ASUS Vivobook S 14 14" ASUS Vivobook Laptop Cool Silver 2024
MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247 Black 2023
What Buyers Say
ASUS Vivobook S 14 14" ASUS Vivobook Laptop Cool Silver 2024
The ASUS laptop receives mostly positive feedback for its value, performance, and display quality, especially for office work and school. Users praise the battery life for light tasks and the affordable price, though some note issues with the trackpad, WiFi connectivity, and a fingerprint-prone surface. A few mention reduced battery life under heavy load and a gap in the lid design.
Pros
- Great value for money
- Good battery life for light tasks
- Excellent display quality
- Fast and lightweight
- Easy setup and connectivity
Cons
- Trackpad surface feels sticky
- WiFi connectivity issues
- Fingerprint magnet surface
- Battery life drops under heavy load
- Gap in lid hinge area
MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247 Black 2023
The MSI Raider GE68HX is praised for its blazing speed, smooth performance, and stunning display, making it ideal for gaming and demanding tasks. Users love the extensive customization options and futuristic design, though they note the fans can get loud under full load and the laptop is quite heavy. Battery life is decent for normal use but drains quickly during high-performance gaming. Overall, the pros far outweigh the cons for most reviewers.
Pros
- Blazing fast performance
- Smooth gaming experience
- Stunning display quality
- Extensive customization options
- Futuristic design
Cons
- Loud fans under full load
- Heavy and bulky design
- Battery drains quickly during gaming
Scores
Specifications
| ASUS Vivobook S 14 14" ASUS Vivobook Laptop | MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 | Intel Core i9 14900HX★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 10 | 24★ |
| Frequency | 5.0 GHz★ | 2.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 16 MB | 36 MB★ |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU | AMD Radeon Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | No data | |
| Type | discrete | discrete |
| VRAM | — | 8 GB★ |
| VRAM Type | — | GDDR6★ |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 24 GB | 32 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR5 | DDR5 |
| Storage 1 | 1 TB | 2 TB★ |
| Storage 1 Type | SSD | NVMe SSD★ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 14" | 16" |
| Resolution | 1920 px | 3840 px★ |
| Panel | OLED★ | Mini-LED |
| Refresh Rate | — | 144 Hz★ |
| Color Gamut | — | 100% DCI-P3 |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | — | 2★ |
| USB Ports | 2 | 3★ |
| Thunderbolt | — | Thunderbolt 4 |
| HDMI | — | HDMI 2.1 |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11ax | Wi-Fi 7★ |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4★ |
| Ethernet | — | Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 1.88 kg★ | 2.75 kg |
| Battery | — | 100 Wh★ |
| OS | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
Pros & Cons
ASUS Vivobook S 14 14" ASUS Vivobook Laptop Cool Silver 2024
- Strong social proof (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong cpu (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong screen (72nd percentile)
- Strong portability (69th percentile)
- Below average gpu (14th percentile)14th %ile
- Below average port selection (25th percentile)
MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247 Black 2023
- Strong port selection (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong screen (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong storage (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong cpu (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Below average portability (9th percentile)9th %ile
Verdict
Scores 76 overall, wins 5 of 8 usage categories and 18 of 29 specs.