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If you prioritize performance for tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, or gaming, the ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo 15 is equipped with a more powerful processor and graphics card. It also has a higher quality OLED display, which is better for color-sensitive work. However, the MSI GF63 Thin is significantly lighter and more portable, making it easier to carry around. It's also less costly, albeit with lower performance which might affect running intensive applications. The ASUS might have a shorter battery life due to its more powerful components, while the MSI could be more battery-efficient but less capable for demanding tasks. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo 15
- Very good for general use
- Excellent for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- Good battery life
- Best in class speakers
Advantages of the MSI GF63 Thin
- The MSI GF63 Thin has no clear advantages over the ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo 15.
Key differences
General Use
8.5
6.0
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
332.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
249.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.2 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.3/10
The ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo 15 is very good for general use, while the MSI GF63 Thin is only fair.
The ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo 15 excels in general use due to its powerful Intel i9 CPU, substantial 32GB of RAM, and high-quality dual-screen display, making it suitable for multitasking and resource-intensive tasks; however, it sacrifices portability and has a shorter battery life. In contrast, the MSI GF63 Thin offers modest performance with an older Intel i5 CPU and 8GB of RAM and is more portable due to its lighter weight and longer battery life, but it has a lower-quality display and reduced processing power for demanding applications.
Gaming and AI
7.8
6.0
7.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo 15 is good for gaming and AI, while the MSI GF63 Thin is only fair.
The ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo 15 outshines the MSI GF63 Thin in gaming and 3D due to its high-end GPU, the Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti, which exceeds the MSI's Nvidia GTX 1650 Max-Q in rendering performance, and supports hardware ray tracing and DLSS for enhanced graphics. Additionally, the ASUS boasts an OLED screen with superior color coverage, critical for immersive visual experiences in gaming and 3D applications, whereas the MSI has an IPS display with lower color coverage and brightness.
Engineering and Design
9.0
6.0
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.3/10
7.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
32.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo 15 is excellent for engineering and design, while the MSI GF63 Thin is only fair.
The ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo 15, with its higher-end CPU, GPU, and dual screens, excels in multitasking and running complex engineering software, which demands considerable processing power and visual workspace. On the other hand, the MSI GF63 Thin, while still capable, has slightly less powerful components and a single screen, making it more suited for less demanding engineering tasks and offering better portability due to its lighter and slimmer design.
Content Creation
8.7
6.0
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.3/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
32.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo 15 is very good for content creation, while the MSI GF63 Thin is only fair.
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
8.3
6.0
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.3/10
32.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo 15 is very good for software development, while the MSI GF63 Thin is only fair.
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
8.3
6.1
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
332.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
249.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Pro Duo 15 has a better screen than the MSI GF63 Thin for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo 15's screen boasts higher resolution and brightness, making it superior for general use and detailed engineering work due to its vivid and sharp display. Its color accuracy encompasses wider color gamuts, essential for professional design tasks where precise color representation is critical. However, for gaming and 3D applications, its screen may fall short because of its lower refresh rate, which could lead to less fluid motion compared to displays designed specifically for these use cases.
Battery
7.0 Hours
4.2 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook Pro Duo 15 has 7 hours of battery life. The MSI GF63 Thin has 4.3 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.
Build Quality
7.6
6.5
The ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo 15 has good build quality, while the MSI GF63 Thin has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$2,000
$599
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo 15 has a price of $2,000 and the MSI GF63 Thin costs $599.
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Key similarities
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
5.1 lbs
WEIGHT
4.1 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The MSI GF63 Thin and ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo 15 both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo 15 and the MSI GF63 Thin compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo 15 | MSI GF63 Thin |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$2,000 | $599 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2023 | May 1, 2019 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 9.8'' x 0.85'' | 14.1'' x 10'' x 0.85'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.16 lbs | 4.1 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.17" | 14.13" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.81" | 9.99" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i9-12900H | Intel i5-10300H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 32 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7 Hours | 4.25 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 92 Wh | 51 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | OLED | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 332 nits | 249 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.6/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.1/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.8/10 | 8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.6/10 | 6.8/10 | |
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 | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo 15
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Jared Newman | August 2021
"Benchmarks aside, the Asus ZenBook Pro Duo is hard to compare with other PCs. Its closest competition may be a multi-monitor desktop, or a laptop with an attached travel monitor. The Pro Duo is more portable and versatile than either of those options, especially with the software tools Asus has thrown on top. For a certain niche of artists, media creators, and gamers, all that might add up to something special, even if it’s unattainable for the rest of us."
MSI GF63 Thin
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Florian Glaser | January 2020
"If you leave aside the meagre port selection (no card reader, no DisplayPort, no Thunderbolt 3 or USB 3.1 Gen2), the fan control that could be improved (idle mode!) and the relatively dark and slow display, the MSI GF63 Thin 9SC does not have any major weaknesses. The 15-inch gamer is compact, has a low weight and offers a good price-to-performance ratio, which should please gamers that are looking for both a portable and an affordable gaming notebook. Input devices, battery life, case quality and performance are all appropriate for this purchase price."
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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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