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Updated January 12, 2024·
The Maypug 15" Laptop has a lower midrange price and generally costs more. It is equipped with a larger 15.6-inch screen but a lower resolution. This laptop uses an Intel Celeron processor and offers basic performance suitable for everyday tasks such as browsing and office work. With a weight of 3.6 pounds, it's moderately portable. The MSI Modern 14, more budget-friendly, features a smaller 14-inch screen with a higher resolution, which means sharper and clearer visuals. It packs an AMD Ryzen 5 processor which is more powerful than the Maypug's Intel Celeron, making it better suited for more demanding applications, including light photo editing and casual gaming. The MSI is also lighter at 3.08 pounds, making it more portable than the Maypug. If you need better performance, specifically for tasks like engineering or 3D work, the MSI Modern 14 is a stronger option. However, for general use and if a larger screen size is preferred, the Maypug might suffice, albeit at a higher price. When it comes to battery life, the MSI has a higher capacity, suggesting that it may last longer on a charge compared to the Maypug. Additionally, the MSI Modern 14 provides a backlit keyboard, which is not available on the Maypug. Both run Windows 11 Home and have similar storage options, though the MSI offers twice the storage and RAM of the Maypug. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Maypug 15" Laptop
- The Maypug 15" Laptop has no clear advantages over the MSI Modern 14.
Advantages of the MSI Modern 14
- Good for general use
- Good for software development
- Good for content creation
- Good overall build quality
- Very good portability
- Good speakers
- Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
5.8
7.2
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
311.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.6/10
The MSI Modern 14 is good for general use, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The Maypug 15" laptop's Intel Celeron processor, lower resolution screen, and limited RAM make it less suitable for smooth multitasking and high-quality visuals compared to the MSI Modern 14, which boasts a more powerful AMD Ryzen processor, higher resolution, and double the RAM.
Engineering and Design
5.6
6.6
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.6/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Modern 14 is only fair for engineering and design, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The Maypug 15" Laptop has a lower-end Intel Celeron processor and basic Intel UHD graphics, which limit its ability to handle demanding engineering and design tasks, while its screen resolution and quality are not ideal for such detailed work.
Content Creation
5.9
7.2
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.6/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Modern 14 is good for content creation, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
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
5.9
7.1
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The MSI Modern 14 is good for software development, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
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
5.7
6.4
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
311.0 nits
The MSI Modern 14 has a better screen than the Maypug 15" Laptop for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The Maypug 15" laptop's screen lacks in clarity, brightness, and sharpness, making it less ideal for all uses, especially for tasks that involve long hours of looking at the screen. In the context of engineering and design, this laptop falls short as it doesn't cover the wide color gamuts necessary for precise color work. For gaming and 3D applications, the slow refresh rate hinders smooth motion rendering, affecting the overall visual experience negatively.
Portability
Good
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
3.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.0 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The MSI Modern 14 has very good portability, while the Maypug 15" Laptop has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
5.1
7.0
The MSI Modern 14 has good build quality, while the Maypug 15" Laptop has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$600
$525
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
$900
The Maypug 15" Laptop has a price of $600 and the MSI Modern 14 costs $525.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
5.6
6.0
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Modern 14 to be only fair for gaming and AI, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The Maypug 15" Laptop's lower-end graphics processing unit (GPU) and standard screen refresh rate of 60Hz limit its capability for gaming and 3D applications, while the MSI Modern 14, with a mid-range GPU and the same refresh rate, can handle these tasks better but is still not ideal for high-end gaming or intensive 3D work. Additionally, the Maypug's less powerful CPU and lower screen quality contribute to its poor suitability for these applications, as compared to the MSI's more robust CPU and better screen quality.
Battery
7.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Maypug 15" Laptop has 7 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 Maypug 15" Laptop and the MSI Modern 14 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Maypug 15" Laptop | MSI Modern 14 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$600 | $525 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2023 | October 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 11.1'' x 0.78'' | 12.7'' x 8.7'' x 0.63'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.6 lbs | 3.08 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.97" | 12.68" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 11.1" | 8.74" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel Celeron N5095 | AMD Ryzen 5 7530U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 1 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 29.6 Wh | 39 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1366 x 768 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 200 nits | 311 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 5.1/10 | 7/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.6/10 | 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 | 7.5/10 | 8.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 4.8/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | No | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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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 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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