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Updated January 10, 2024·
For general use, the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 offers a superior screen with higher resolution and better color accuracy, making it excellent for tasks that need true-to-life colors, like photo editing. However, it is more expensive than the MSI Prestige 14. If price is a concern, the MSI has a more favorable price point and still provides commendable performance for everyday tasks and moderate workloads. The Zenbook Flip also boasts a better portability score, meaning it's lighter and more convenient for travel. On the other hand, the Prestige 14 has a newer processor that might give it an edge in some performance aspects but has a lower resolution screen, which is less ideal for activities that benefit from high-definition displays, such as graphic design or watching HD content. The choice comes down to prioritizing color accuracy and portability with the ASUS, or newer CPU technology and a more attractive price with the MSI. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13
- Good overall display quality
- Excellent portability
- Very good battery life
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 14
- The MSI Prestige 14 has no clear advantages over the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13.
Key differences
Screen Quality
7.9
6.9
13.3in
SIZE
14.0in
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
372.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
313.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has a better screen than the MSI Prestige 14 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 boasts a high-resolution display that, along with its brightness, makes it excellent for day-to-day tasks and detailed engineering work, where clarity is key; additionally, its wide color gamut supports accurate color work for designers. However, its lower refresh rate is less optimal for gaming or 3D work that benefits from smoother visuals during fast movements. The MSI Prestige 14 provides a similarly sharp and bright display for general and engineering uses but falls into the same bracket as the ASUS for gaming and 3D, where its satisfactory color range and resolution cannot compensate for a refresh rate that isn't tailored for high-frame-rate experiences.
Battery
10.5 Hours
8.5 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has 10.5 hours of battery life. The MSI Prestige 14 has 8.5 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
$1,400
$1,040
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has a price of $1,400 and the MSI Prestige 14 costs $1,040.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
7.5
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
372.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
313.0 nits
10.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.5 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
9.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.8/10
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 and MSI Prestige 14 are both good for general use.
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 offers a crisp 4K touch display and a higher battery capacity for extended use, which makes it a strong choice for general activities, and its 2-in-1 form factor adds versatility. Meanwhile, the MSI Prestige 14, with similar RAM and a solid CPU, offers a more traditional laptop experience but with a lower screen resolution and battery life, yet it compensates with a slightly larger screen size and newer operating system, positioning it as another viable option for everyday tasks.
Gaming and AI
6.3
6.2
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 and MSI Prestige 14 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has a higher resolution display, which can benefit screen quality, but it shares the same integrated graphics as the MSI Prestige 14, which limits their gaming and 3D performance capabilities. Both have relatively modest GPUs and screen refresh rates not exceeding 60Hz, adequate for fair gaming experiences, though not suitable for high-level or competitive gameplay where more robust GPUs and faster refresh rates are crucial.
Engineering and Design
7.4
7.1
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 and MSI Prestige 14 are both good for engineering and design.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Content Creation
7.8
7.5
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 and MSI Prestige 14 are both good for content creation.
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
7.3
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 and MSI Prestige 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
Excellent
Very Good
13.3in
SIZE
14.0in
2.6 lbs
WEIGHT
2.8 lbs
0.5in
THICKNESS
0.6in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 to have excellent portability, while the MSI Prestige 14 has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8
7.4
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 and MSI Prestige 14 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 Flip S13 and the MSI Prestige 14 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 | MSI Prestige 14 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,400 | $1,040 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2021 | April 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12'' x 8.3'' x 0.51'' | 12.6'' x 8.6'' x 0.63'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.65 lbs | 2.84 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.01" | 12.56" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.31" | 8.62" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1165G7 | Intel i5-1240P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 10.5 Hours | 8.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 67 Wh | 53.8 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 13.3" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 372 nits | 313 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 9.3/10 | 8.8/10 | |
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 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 7/10 | |
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 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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ASUS Zenbook Flip S13
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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."
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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