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Updated March 22, 2024·
When choosing between the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition and the MSI Creator M14, consider your primary use. The ASUS offers robust performance for gaming and demanding tasks, with high frame rates and rich graphics but is heavier and bulkier, which impacts portability. Meanwhile, the MSI Creator M14, designed for content creation, offers a good balance of performance and portability, with a focus on color accuracy and rendering abilities. It's lighter and easier to carry, but might not match the gaming performance of the ASUS. Battery life also typically favors more portable options like the MSI, especially if you'll be working on the go. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition
- Good battery life
- Very good speakers
Advantages of the MSI Creator M14
- Very good for general use
- Very good for content creation
- Good portability
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Software Development
7.3
7.9
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The MSI Creator M14 and ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition are both good for software development, though the MSI Creator M14 is somewhat better.
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
7.9
7.5
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
300Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
283.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has a better screen than the MSI Creator M14 for gaming and AI, while the MSI Creator M14 has a better screen for engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, both the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition and the MSI Creator M14 offer sufficient resolution and brightness, coupled with panel types that deliver clear and vivid images appropriate for everyday tasks. Engineering and design professionals may find that while both laptops provide a spectrum of colors through their color gamuts, this makes them suitable for precision work where accurate color representation is crucial. However, when it comes to 3D and gaming, their refresh rates may not be high enough to support the smooth visual experience desired in fast-paced scenarios, despite their decent resolutions and panel types.
Battery
9.0 Hours
4.5 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has 9 hours of battery life. The MSI Creator M14 has 4.5 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.
Portability
Fair
Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
5.5 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The MSI Creator M14 has good portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has only fair portability.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.6
8.0
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
283.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.5 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
6.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Creator M14 to be very good for general use, while the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition, with its high-performance CPU and quality screen, is suited for intensive tasks like gaming or 3D work but is heavier and has a shorter battery life, making it less portable for daily carry. The MSI Creator M14, on the other hand, offers a balance with good CPU and RAM for smooth multitasking, a high-quality screen for clear visuals, and better portability and battery life, making it well-suited for on-the-go professionals who also value a comfortable keyboard and quieter operation.
Gaming and AI
7.8
7.4
9.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
300Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.7/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition and MSI Creator M14 are both good for gaming and AI.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition is equipped with a high-end GPU and a high refresh rate display which are crucial for smooth gaming and 3D rendering performance, while the MSI Creator M14, despite its slightly lower emphasis on GPU and refresh rate, still provides a solid CPU and excellent screen quality which is also valuable for both gaming and creative 3D tasks. The ASUS leans more towards hardcore gamers with its superior graphics performance, whereas the MSI balances between quality visuals and computational power, catering to both gamers and creators who need a reliable workhorse.
Engineering and Design
8.0
8.3
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
9.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Creator M14 and ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition are both very good for engineering and design.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition offers high CPU and GPU performance, ample RAM, and a quality screen, making it well-suited for demanding engineering tasks and design work even if it is less portable and a bit noisier. In contrast, while the MSI Creator M14 is also equipped with a solid CPU, GPU, sufficient RAM, and a high-quality screen, it prioritizes portability and a quieter operating experience, with tradeoffs in the overall power suited for engineering and design use.
Content Creation
7.7
8.1
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Creator M14 to be very good for content creation, while the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition 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.
Build Quality
7.8
7.8
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition and MSI Creator M14 both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,500
$1,500
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has a price of $1,500 and the MSI Creator M14 costs $1,500.
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Spec Comparison
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| ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition | MSI Creator M14 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,500 | $1,500 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2021 | March 1, 2024 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13.9'' x 10.2'' x 0.97'' | 12.4'' x 9.2'' x 0.88'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.51 lbs | 3.53 lbs | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX | Intel i7-13620H | |
Graphics | |||
Graphics | RX 6800M (145 W) | RTX 4060 (45 W) | |
Mux Switch / Advanced Optimus | |||
Mux Switch / Advanced Optimus | No | No | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 4.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 53.5 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2880 x 1800 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 300Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 283 nits | 350 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.7/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.3/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Keyboard Lighting Color | |||
Keyboard Lighting Color | RGB | White | |
Warranty Period | |||
Warranty Period | 1 year | 1 year | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | No Webcam | 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 | 3 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Andrew E. Freedman | August 2022
"The Asus ROG Strix G15, as the first in a line of "AMD Advantage"-branded notebooks, is a statement that yes, you can get a premium AMD gaming notebook. Maybe you can't have it all, but you can get pretty close. The ROG Strix G15's combination of the AMD Ryzen 5900HX and Radeon RX 6800M, as well as other technologies that take advantage of them, make a potent, thin gaming machine. Powerful Dolby Atmos speakers and long battery life when you aren't gaming are nice bonuses."
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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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