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Updated March 21, 2024·
When choosing between these two laptops, consider that the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 is typically sleek and lightweight, making it great for portability and probably offers a convertible design for flexibility in use. On the other hand, the MSI Creator M14 is usually targeted at content creators and may have better graphics performance and color accuracy, which are essential for tasks like video editing and graphic design. If you often travel or need a versatile device for day-to-day tasks, the ASUS could serve you well; if your focus is on creative work that demands graphic power, the MSI would be more suitable. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13
- Excellent portability
- Very good battery life
Advantages of the MSI Creator M14
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good for content creation
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.3
7.3
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.5/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.7/10
The MSI Creator M14 is good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 is only fair.
The MSI Creator M14 comes with a more powerful graphics card and higher screen refresh rate, which are crucial for smooth gaming and 3D rendering, making it a better choice for those activities. The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13, while having a decent screen and CPU, tends to fall behind in performance for gaming and 3D tasks due to its less capable GPU and lower refresh rate.
Engineering and Design
7.4
8.4
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.9/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Creator M14 is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 is good.
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13, with its quality screen and capable CPU, suits lighter engineering tasks and offers flexibility for designers who prioritize portability and a convertible form factor. The MSI Creator M14, with a focus on high-performance CPU and GPU, more RAM, and exceptional screen quality, better handles demanding engineering software but sacrifices some portability and is less quiet during operation.
Screen Quality
7.9
7.5
13.3in
SIZE
14.0in
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
372.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has a better screen than the MSI Creator M14 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design, while the MSI Creator M14 has a better screen for content creation, and software development.
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 offers a vibrant display with high resolution and brightness, making it pleasant for activities like web browsing, document editing, and media consumption, which are common in general use. Its excellent color coverage appeals to engineers and designers who require accurate color representation for their work. However, its lower refresh rate hampers its performance for gaming and 3D applications, where smoother motion provided by higher refresh rates is crucial.
Battery
10.5 Hours
4.5 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has 10.5 hours of battery life. The MSI Creator M14 has 4.5 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.
Portability
Excellent
Good
13.3in
SIZE
14.0in
2.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
0.5in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has excellent portability, while the MSI Creator M14 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,400
$1,500
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has a price of $1,400 and the MSI Creator M14 costs $1,500.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
8.0
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
372.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
10.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.5 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
9.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Creator M14 to be very good for general use, while the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 is good.
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 offers a balance of CPU power and RAM for daily tasks, with a high-quality screen and portability, but its battery life may not match the MSI Creator M14, which also boasts solid CPU and RAM specs, but excels in extended use scenarios due to its longer battery life and additional features like better storage and heat management, enhancing the overall user experience for general tasks.
Content Creation
7.8
8.0
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.9/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Creator M14 to be very good for content creation, while the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 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
7.6
7.8
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The MSI Creator M14 and ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 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.
Build Quality
7.8
7.8
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 and MSI Creator M14 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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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 | MSI Creator M14 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,400 | $1,500 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2021 | March 1, 2024 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12'' x 8.3'' x 0.51'' | 12.4'' x 9.2'' x 0.88'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.65 lbs | 3.53 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.01" | 12.39" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.31" | 9.19" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1165G7 | Intel i7-13620H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 10.5 Hours | 4.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 67 Wh | 53.5 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 13.3" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 2880 x 1800 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 372 nits | 350 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 9.3/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.5/10 | 7.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 1 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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Tom's Hardware
Charles Jefferies | January 2023
"The Asus Zenbook S 13 Flip is an ultra-sleek 2-in-1 convertible. A gorgeous OLED screen and lightweight magnesium chassis make this convertible a traveller’s dream. Its SSD isn’t fast, but it won’t hold you back in everyday use. Its battery life also isn’t class leading, but it’s hardly off the pace. Overall, the Zenbook S 13 Flip OLED holds its head high in the premium convertible category and is a smaller alternative to the Spectre x360 13.5 and the Yoga 9i Gen 7."
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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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