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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo 15 outperforms the MSI Prestige 15 in terms of display quality and performance for intensive tasks like 3D rendering and machine learning, with a superior processor, graphics card, and higher resolution OLED screen. However, it is more expensive and heavier, which affects its portability. The MSI Prestige 15 is more affordable, lighter, and offers a longer battery life, suitable for general use and light engineering work. Consider the ASUS if performance for demanding applications is crucial and within your budget; choose the MSI for better battery life, portability, and if you need a machine for less resource-intensive 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
- Best in class speakers
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 15
- The MSI Prestige 15 has no clear advantages over the ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo 15.
Key differences
General Use
8.5
7.5
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
332.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
298.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.5 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.7/10
The ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo 15 is very good for general use, while the MSI Prestige 15 is good.
The ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo 15, with its higher-end CPU and double the RAM, offers more power and multitasking ability, making it very good for general use, while its OLED screen provides superior visual quality. Although the MSI Prestige 15 is lighter and slightly more portable, which is great for general use, it has less powerful internals and a lower screen quality, which affects its overall performance and viewing experience compared to the ASUS.
Gaming and AI
7.8
6.3
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
7.0/10
The ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo 15 is good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Prestige 15 is only fair.
The ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo 15 offers superior gaming and 3D performance due to its more powerful Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti GPU, which is better suited for graphics-intensive tasks, compared to the MSI Prestige 15's Nvidia GTX 1650 Max-Q GPU that provides more modest performance. Furthermore, the ASUS has a higher screen quality with OLED technology, adding to the visual immersion essential for gaming and 3D applications, whereas the MSI has a standard IPS screen that offers fair image quality for less demanding use cases.
Engineering and Design
9.0
7.2
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
7.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo 15 is excellent for engineering and design, while the MSI Prestige 15 is good.
The ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo 15 outshines the MSI Prestige 15 for engineering and design tasks due to its superior CPU, double the RAM, and more powerful GPU, plus a higher resolution OLED screen that offers better color accuracy and brightness, which are essential for detailed design work. While the MSI Prestige 15 is lighter and slightly more portable, it features a less robust CPU, less RAM, a less capable GPU, and a lower resolution screen, which may not be as suitable for intensive tasks but could be favored for its portability and consequent ease of use on the go.
Content Creation
8.7
7.5
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo 15 is very good for content creation, while the MSI Prestige 15 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
8.3
7.2
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo 15 is very good for software development, while the MSI Prestige 15 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
8.3
6.8
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
332.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
298.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Pro Duo 15 has a better screen than the MSI Prestige 15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo 15 boasts a high-resolution display and exceptional brightness, crucial for clarity and detail in everyday tasks, alongside an advanced color gamut that benefits engineering and design professionals seeking color accuracy. However, its lower refresh rate limits its appeal to gamers and 3D designers who prioritize smooth visuals. In contrast, while the MSI Prestige 15 offers satisfactory resolution and brightness for general usage and adequate color representation for professional design work, it similarly falls short for gaming and 3D due to a less optimal refresh rate.
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
5.1 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The MSI Prestige 15 and ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo 15 both have good portability, though the MSI Prestige 15 has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$2,000
$1,044
$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 Prestige 15 costs $1,044.
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Key similarities
Battery
7.0 Hours
7.5 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook Pro Duo 15 has 7 hours of battery life. The MSI Prestige 15 has 7.5 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.
Build Quality
7.6
7.4
The ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo 15 and MSI Prestige 15 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 Pro Duo 15 and the MSI Prestige 15 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo 15 | MSI Prestige 15 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$2,000 | $1,044 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2023 | January 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 9.8'' x 0.85'' | 14.1'' x 9.2'' x 0.74'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.16 lbs | 3.73 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.17" | 14.05" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.81" | 9.2" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i9-12900H | Intel i5-1240P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 32 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7 Hours | 7.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 92 Wh | 82 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 | 298 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.6/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.1/10 | 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 | 7.8/10 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.6/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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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."
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Mario Petzold | December 2022
"The MSI Prestige 15 offers a dazzling 4K image quality, and solid performance. The MSI Prestige 15 appears to consistently implement the guiding principle of throttling the solid and efficient hardware to such an extent that content creation succeeds perfectly. Performance-hungry tasks, on the other hand, are slowed down a little by the reduced power consumption. Conversely, this means that the case remains relatively cool and the dual fan subdued. The battery life also benefits somewhat. So the losses aren't really dramatic because full performance is still available for short bursts."
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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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