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Updated January 10, 2024·

The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 typically comes at a somewhat higher price than the MSI Prestige 14, with twice the amount of RAM which benefits multitasking and more complex applications. They both contain the same amount of storage and similar integrated graphics suitable for casual gaming and basic visual tasks but not for intensive gaming or high-end 3D work. The Zenbook offers dual screens that could increase productivity for multitasking, but this also makes it heavier, impacting portability negatively compared to the lighter MSI Prestige. Both laptops have IPS displays with similar brightness and color coverage, ensuring good visual experience. The Prestige's higher contrast ratio might offer deeper blacks and more vivid visuals. If battery life is a priority, both laptops have similar longevity. The Prestige has an advantage in portability due to being lighter, and its keyboard is rated higher in quality, potentially offering a better typing experience. Choose the Zenbook for heavier multitasking and a unique dual-screen experience, or go with the Prestige for lighter travel and potentially nicer visual contrast. Give Feedback

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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14
  • The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has no clear advantages over the MSI Prestige 14.
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 14
  • Good for engineering and design
  • Good keyboard

Key differences

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Engineering and Design

6.6
Zenbook Duo 14
Prestige 14
7.1
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Prestige 14 is good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 is only fair.

Screen Quality

6.8
Zenbook Duo 14
Prestige 14
6.9
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
314.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
313.0 nits
The MSI Prestige 14 has a better screen than the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 for content creation, and software development.

Portability

Very Good
Zenbook Duo 14
Prestige 14
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
3.6 lbs
WEIGHT
2.8 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The MSI Prestige 14 and ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 both have very good portability, though the MSI Prestige 14 has somewhat better portability.
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Key similarities

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General Use

7.1
Zenbook Duo 14
Prestige 14
7.5
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
314.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
313.0 nits
8.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.5 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.8/10
The MSI Prestige 14 and ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 are both good for general use.

Gaming and AI

6.1
Zenbook Duo 14
Prestige 14
6.2
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 14 and ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 are both only fair for gaming and AI.

Content Creation

7.3
Zenbook Duo 14
Prestige 14
7.5
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Prestige 14 and ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 are both good for content creation.

Software Development

7.0
Zenbook Duo 14
Prestige 14
7.3
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 14 and ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 are both good for software development.

Battery

8.5 Hours
Zenbook Duo 14
Prestige 14
8.5 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has 8.5 hours of battery life. The MSI Prestige 14 has 8.5 hours of battery life.

Build Quality

7.8
Zenbook Duo 14
Prestige 14
7.4
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 and MSI Prestige 14 both have good build quality.

Cost

$999
Zenbook Duo 14
Prestige 14
$1,040
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The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has a price of $999 and the MSI Prestige 14 costs $1,040.

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How the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 and the MSI Prestige 14 compare to other laptops

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Spec Comparison

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ASUS Zenbook Duo 14MSI Prestige 14
ASUS Zenbook Duo 14MSI Prestige 14

GENERAL

Price
$999
$1,040
Release Date
August 1, 2021April 1, 2022
Overall Dimensions
12.8'' x 8.7'' x 0.67''12.6'' x 8.6'' x 0.63''
Weight
3.64 lbs2.84 lbs
Width
12.76"12.56"
Depth
8.74"8.62"

INTERNAL

Processor
Intel i7-1195G7Intel i5-1240P
RAM
8 GB16 GB
DDR Memory Version
44
RAM Slots
00
Storage
512 GB512 GB

BATTERY

Battery Life
8.5 Hours8.5 Hours
Battery Capacity
70 Wh53.8 Wh

SCREEN

Diagonal Size
14"14"
Display Technology
IPSIPS
Resolution
1920 x 10801920 x 1080
Refresh Rate
60Hz60Hz
Display Brightness
314 nits313 nits

RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS

Build Quality Score
7.8/107.4/10
Portability Score
8.2/108.8/10
Gaming Laptop Appearance
NoNo
Premium Business Laptop
NoNo
Fan Noise Score
7/107.5/10

HARDWARE FEATURES

Keyboard Quality Score
6.8/107.5/10
Speaker Quality Score
7/107/10
Webcam
720p720p
Fingerprint Reader
NoYes
Backlit Keyboard
YesYes
Number Pad
NoNo

CONNECTIVITY

USB Type-A
11
USB-C ports
22
USB-C Charging
YesYes
Display Outputs
32
Thunderbolt Version
44

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ASUS Zenbook Duo 14

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Allen Ngo | May 2020
"The Asus ZenBook Duo's second screen is like the Apple Touch Bar, but better. Most would agree that having two screens instead of one can really boost productivity and the ZenBook Duo is no different in this regard. It's tough going back to just one screen after becoming accustomed to spacious dual-screen setups. For a laptop form factor, however, users will have to accept some compromises. Firstly, weight is the most obvious drawback as the system is several hundred grams heavier than a regular ZenBook 14. Additionally, colors on the second screen will not be as vivid as the main display."

MSI Prestige 14

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Collin Probst | September 2022
"The MSI Prestige 14” is excellent for productivity and business use cases, but it is not ideal for creators or visual content editors. The Prestige was able to power through days of email, spreadsheets, and text documents without breaking a sweat and was a joy to use. The additional ports were a breath of fresh air, as most laptops seem to be moving towards just Thunderbolt ports. The security options made signing in effortless, with two quick, more secure, and faster options than even the most complex alphanumeric passcode."

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About ASUS

ASUS, a Taiwanese electronics brand, is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. The majority of their laptops are targeted towards personal use or gaming. Their most popular product lines include the budget-friendly VivoBook, more premium ZenBook, and their TUF and ROG gaming laptops, the latter of which has a reputation for excellent gaming performance.

About MSI

MSI, also known as Micro-Star International, is a Taiwanese technology corporation. MSI is known for their wide range of gaming devices. Their series include the entry-level Cyborg/Thin and Sword/Katana series, the mid-range Bravo/Delta and Crosshair/Pulse series, and their high-end Vector, Raider, Stealth, and Titan GT series. At every performance level, MSI offers a variety of devices with varying balances between performance, battery life, weight, and price, making them a solid option to consider at every price point.

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