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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo is a midrange laptop with a high-resolution OLED touchscreen, powerful Intel processor, and ample storage and RAM for demanding tasks like 3D rendering and machine learning. Its dual-screen setup makes it less portable than the MSI Modern 14. The MSI Modern 14, on the other hand, is more affordable, lighter, and has decent performance for general use with a conventional single-screen IPS display, making it suitable for business productivity. If top-tier creative performance is crucial, especially for intense graphics tasks, consider the ZenBook Pro, but for everyday use with better portability and a lower price, the MSI Modern 14 fits well. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Best in class speakers
Advantages of the MSI Modern 14
- Very good portability
Key differences
General Use
8.6
7.2
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
357.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
311.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.6/10
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo is very good for general use, while the MSI Modern 14 is good.
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo excels in general use due to its powerful CPU, high-resolution OLED touchscreen, and substantial RAM, making multitasking and media consumption a delight, albeit with a heavier build and less portability than some may prefer. On the other hand, the MSI Modern 14 offers good general performance with a capable AMD CPU and enough RAM for everyday tasks, packaged in a more portable and lightweight frame, but with a less impressive screen and smaller storage capacity.
Gaming and AI
6.7
6.0
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo and MSI Modern 14 are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo is somewhat better.
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo is equipped with a high refresh rate OLED screen and a powerful Intel GPU, making it suitable for gaming and 3D applications, while the MSI Modern 14 has an IPS screen with a standard refresh rate and a modest AMD GPU, which makes it less capable for such demanding tasks. Furthermore, the ASUS model's superior screen quality and GPU performance justify its better suitability for gaming and 3D scenarios compared to the MSI model.
Engineering and Design
8.5
6.6
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.6/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo is very good for engineering and design, while the MSI Modern 14 is only fair.
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo has a higher-end CPU, double the RAM, and a superior OLED screen that offers better colour accuracy and contrast which is crucial for engineering and design applications; whereas the MSI Modern 14 has less computing power and a more basic screen but is lighter and more portable, making it suitable for less demanding tasks and on-the-go use. While both have good build quality and are capable in their own rights, the ZenBook's screen quality and performance specs are preferable for intensive tasks, albeit with a tradeoff in portability and potentially higher operating noise due to more powerful components.
Content Creation
8.6
7.2
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.6/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo is very good for content creation, while the MSI Modern 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
8.2
7.1
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.6/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo is very good for software development, while the MSI Modern 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
8.6
6.4
14.5in
SIZE
14.0in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
357.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
311.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 Duo has a better screen than the MSI Modern 14 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo flaunts a brighter display with higher resolution, which enhances visibility and clarity for everyday tasks and detailed engineering work, also offering wider color coverage that is crucial for precision in design. However, its standard refresh rate limits its appeal for gaming and 3D applications where smoother motion is a priority. In contrast, the MSI Modern 14's more modest screen quality yields adequate performance for casual use and engineering tasks, but its limitations in color range and refresh rate mean it isn't ideal for high-end design work or fluid, fast-paced gaming.
Portability
Good
Very Good
14.5in
SIZE
14.0in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
3.0 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The MSI Modern 14 has very good portability, while the ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.6
7.0
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo and MSI Modern 14 both have good build quality, though the ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,299
$525
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo has a price of $1,299 and the MSI Modern 14 costs $525.
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Battery
6.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 Duo has 6 hours of battery life. The MSI Modern 14 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.
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How the ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo and the MSI Modern 14 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo | MSI Modern 14 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,299 | $525 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | June 1, 2022 | October 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.7'' x 8.9'' x 0.77'' | 12.7'' x 8.7'' x 0.63'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.75 lbs | 3.08 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.74" | 12.68" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.85" | 8.74" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12700H | AMD Ryzen 5 7530U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 32 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 1 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 76 Wh | 39 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14.5" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | OLED | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2880 x 1800 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 120Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 357 nits | 311 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.6/10 | 7/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.9/10 | 8.7/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8.8/10 | 8.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.6/10 | 7/10 | |
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 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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Dominic Bayley | December 2022
"The Zenbook Pro 14 Duo OLED is a well-tuned instrument for content creators, excelling at a range of general office tasks as well as tasks that require a little more grunt like encoding and 3D rendering. The big attraction is the laptop’s dual displays. They’re the best ones we’ve used in an Asus Zenbook Duo laptop to date with a spate of year-on-year improvements that make the visuals more striking and the cross-screen integration easier than ever before."
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Alexander Tozzi, Ryan Lim, and John Peroramas | October 2023
"The MSI Modern 14 is okay for school use. It's very compact, so it's easy to carry around. It has a sharp display, a spacious keyboard, and a reasonably large touchpad. Its Intel 13th Gen CPU and integrated graphics can handle general productivity tasks like text processing and web browsing; however, don't expect to do anything intensive like 3D modeling or physics simulations. Unfortunately, the battery lasts less than five hours of light use, and the display doesn't get bright enough to combat glare."
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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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