Choosing between the Asus Zenbook Duo 14 and the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio depends largely on your needs and budget. The Asus is more budget-friendly and offers a unique dual-screen feature which is great for multitasking, though it has less powerful hardware compared to the MSI. On the other hand, the MSI packs more power and a larger screen, making it better suited for demanding tasks like 3D work, gaming, or machine learning, but it’s more expensive and less portable. If portability and cost are key for you, go for Asus; if performance is a priority and budget allows, consider MSI. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14
Very good portability
Advantages of the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio
Very good for general use
Excellent for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Very good speakers
Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.1/10
8.4/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
314.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
305.0 nits
8.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
8.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.0/10
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio is very good for general use, while the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 is good.
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 offers dual screens which can be advantageous for multitasking and creative tasks, but this feature may add to the weight and reduce battery life, while the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio provides a more powerful CPU and RAM setup for intensive tasks along with a high-quality singular screen, which is better for portability and generally offers longer battery life. However, the ASUS could be more affordable and still meets the needs for general use with adequate screen quality, keyboard, and speakers, if you can manage with a slightly heavier build and shorter battery life.
Gaming and AI
6.1/10
8.9/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio is very good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 is only fair.
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14, while having a capable GPU for moderate gaming and 3D work, lacks the high-end graphics processing power and swift screen refresh rate of the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio, which boasts better performance for more demanding gaming and 3D rendering tasks. Additionally, while both laptops have quality screens and processors, the MSI Stealth's superior CPU and screen attributes further enhance its suitability for high-performance gaming and 3D applications compared to the ASUS Zenbook Duo.
Engineering and Design
6.6/10
9.1/10
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.7/10
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio is excellent for engineering and design, while the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 is only fair.
The Asus Zenbook Duo 14, while offering respectable processing power and a unique dual-screen setup that can be useful for multitasking, is outshone by the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio which boasts a more robust CPU, RAM, and GPU setup, providing a smoother and more efficient experience for demanding engineering and design tasks; however, the MSI's superior performance comes at the cost of decreased portability and potentially louder operating noise. Additionally, the high-quality screen of the MSI makes it more suited for color-sensitive work, but this also means the laptop is heavier and less convenient to carry around than the lighter, yet adequately capable, Asus.
Content Creation
7.3/10
8.5/10
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio is very good for content creation, while the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 is good.
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.
Software Development
7.0/10
8.2/10
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio is very good for software development, while the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 is good.
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.
Screen Quality
6.8/10
8.4/10
14.0in
SIZE
18.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
314.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
305.0 nits
The MSI Stealth 18 AI 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.
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 offers a sharp, bright display with good resolution, making it suitable for everyday tasks and detailed engineering work, but its refresh rate isn't high enough for the smooth visuals that gamers typically seek. The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio boasts a display with excellent color accuracy and range, beneficial for precision in engineering and design, as well as great resolution and brightness for general use. However, like the ASUS, its lesser focus on high refresh rates limits its appeal to gamers looking for fluid motion in fast-paced 3D environments.
Battery
8.5 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has 8.5 hours of battery life. The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio has 6 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.
Portability
Very Good
Fair
14.0in
SIZE
18.0in
3.6 lbs
WEIGHT
6.1 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has very good portability, while the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$999
$2,900
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has a price of $999 and the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio costs $2,900.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio to have very good build quality, while the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has 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 18 AI Studio compare to other laptops
"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."
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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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