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Updated January 12, 2024·
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14, being lower in price, is an option that won't hit the wallet as hard as the MSI Stealth 14 Studio. If price is a primary concern and moderate performance suffices for your needs, the ASUS might be the way to go. However, the MSI offers better specifications and performance, which is typically more suitable for gaming, 3D work, or intensive engineering tasks. It has a higher-resolution screen with a faster refresh rate, which may appeal to those prioritizing display quality. Be aware that the ASUS has a unique dual-screen feature which could be beneficial for multitasking, but might also contribute to a slightly heavier and bulkier form factor compared to the MSI. Battery life is an important consideration; if you need your laptop to last longer on a single charge, you might prefer the ASUS, which generally offers better battery performance. In summary, if your budget allows and you require higher performance for demanding applications, the MSI Stealth 14 Studio would be an appropriate choice, whereas the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 is more suitable for everyday use and providing value for money. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14
- Very good portability
- Good battery life
Advantages of the MSI Stealth 14 Studio
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Good overall display quality
- Best in class speakers
- Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.1
7.8
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
314.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
8.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The MSI Stealth 14 Studio and ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 are both good for general use, though the MSI Stealth 14 Studio is somewhat better.
The MSI Stealth 14 Studio offers a more powerful CPU, double the RAM, and a better quality screen with higher resolution and brightness than the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14, alongside a dedicated GPU for enhanced performance, making it more suitable for demanding tasks and general use. However, the Zenbook Duo 14 is lighter and has a slightly longer battery life, which could make it preferable for users who prioritize portability and longer usage away from power outlets.
Gaming and AI
6.1
7.8
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The MSI Stealth 14 Studio is good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 is only fair.
The MSI Stealth 14 Studio is considered good for gaming and 3D due to its higher-end Nvidia RTX 4060 graphics card and a screen with a higher refresh rate of 165 Hz, which delivers smoother visuals and is better suited for fast-paced games. On the other hand, the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 is deemed fair for these tasks because it utilizes an Intel i7-1195G7 Iris Xe integrated GPU, which is less powerful, and its screen's refresh rate is limited to 60 Hz, which is adequate but not optimal for gaming and 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
6.6
8.5
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.1/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Stealth 14 Studio is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 is only fair.
The MSI Stealth 14 Studio offers superior performance for engineering and design with double the RAM, a more powerful CPU and GPU, and a higher resolution, higher refresh rate display than the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14, making it better suited for demanding software used in these fields. However, the Zenbook Duo 14 boasts longer battery life and a touchscreen, which can be beneficial for on-the-go use and interactive design tasks, at the expense of some computing power compared to the Stealth 14 Studio.
Content Creation
7.3
7.9
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Stealth 14 Studio and ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 are both good for content creation, though the MSI Stealth 14 Studio is somewhat better.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Screen Quality
6.8
7.6
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
314.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
The MSI Stealth 14 Studio has a better screen than the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, both the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 and MSI Stealth 14 Studio offer high-resolution displays with ample brightness, ensuring crisp visuals and comfortable viewing in various lighting conditions. When it comes to engineering and design work, these laptops have displays that cover a wide color gamut, vital for accurate color representation and detail in professional-grade graphics. However, neither is optimal for 3D work or gaming since they lack high refresh rates, which are critical for smooth motion and responsiveness in fast-paced visual content.
Battery
8.5 Hours
5.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has 8.5 hours of battery life. The MSI Stealth 14 Studio has 5 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
Cost
$999
$1,432
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has a price of $999 and the MSI Stealth 14 Studio costs $1,432.
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Key similarities
Software Development
7.0
7.4
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Stealth 14 Studio and ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 are both good for software development.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
Portability
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
3.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.7in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 to have very good portability, while the MSI Stealth 14 Studio has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8
7.6
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 and MSI Stealth 14 Studio both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 and the MSI Stealth 14 Studio compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 | MSI Stealth 14 Studio |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$999 | $1,432 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2021 | February 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.8'' x 8.7'' x 0.67'' | 12.4'' x 9.7'' x 0.75'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.64 lbs | 3.75 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.76" | 12.4" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.74" | 9.69" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1195G7 | Intel i7-13620H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8.5 Hours | 5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 70 Wh | 72 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 165Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 314 nits | 300 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.2/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 9.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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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 Stealth 14 Studio
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Francisco Lahoz | June 2023
"You'll find a versatility in the MSI Stealth 14 Studio that isn’t matched by many content-creator laptops we've tested of late. The small frame allows you to (potentially) work from anywhere with an outlet and, if noise isn’t a concern, run your most demanding of programs, thanks to some powerful hardware inside. The MSI Stealth 14 Studio is an attractive and powerful option if you want a portable laptop to be the center of your content work setup."
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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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