ASUS Vivobook Go 15.6" E1504FA-AS33 Black
MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247 Black 2023
What Buyers Say
ASUS Vivobook Go 15.6" E1504FA-AS33 Black
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15.6" is generally well-liked for its solid performance, good build quality, and fair price. Most users find it fast enough for everyday tasks like browsing, streaming, and light productivity, with a bright screen and decent battery life. However, a few critical reviews highlight serious Wi-Fi connectivity issues and the inconvenience of being forced to create a Microsoft account during setup. Overall, it's seen as a reliable budget laptop, but potential buyers should be aware of possible hardware inconsistencies.
Pros
- Fast processing speed
- Good build quality
- Bright and clear FHD display
- Lightweight and slim design
- Fast charging battery
Cons
- Wi-Fi connectivity issues
- Forced Microsoft account creation
- S Mode locked by default
- Power button timing finicky
- Non-upgradeable hardware
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 Go 15.6" E1504FA-AS33 | MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | AMD Ryzen 3 7320U | Intel Core i9 14900HX★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 4 | 24★ |
| Frequency | 2.4 GHz★ | 2.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB | 36 MB★ |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU | AMD Radeon Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | No data | |
| Type | integrated★ | discrete |
| VRAM | — | 8 GB★ |
| VRAM Type | — | GDDR6★ |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 32 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | DDR5 | DDR5 |
| Storage 1 | 128 GB | 2 TB★ |
| Storage 1 Type | SSD | NVMe SSD★ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 15.6" | 16" |
| Resolution | 1920 px | 3840 px★ |
| Panel | — | Mini-LED★ |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz★ |
| Brightness | 250 nits★ | — |
| Color Gamut | 45% NTSC | 100% DCI-P3 |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 1 | 2★ |
| USB Ports | 2 | 3★ |
| Thunderbolt | — | Thunderbolt 4 |
| HDMI | HDMI 1.4 | HDMI 2.1 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 7★ |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.1 | Bluetooth 5.4★ |
| Ethernet | — | Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 1.63 kg★ | 2.75 kg |
| Battery | — | 100 Wh★ |
| OS | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
Pros & Cons
ASUS Vivobook Go 15.6" E1504FA-AS33 Black
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (69th percentile)
- Below average storage (8th percentile)8th %ile
- Below average gpu (14th percentile)14th %ile
- Below average cpu (19th percentile)19th %ile
- Below average ram (21st 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
Pricing
ASUS Vivobook Go 15.6" E1504FA-AS33 Black offers 3.1x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 76 overall, wins 8 of 8 usage categories and 19 of 30 specs.
