ASUS E406NA (BV008TS) vs. MSI Modern 15 (A11ML)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
ASUS E406NA (BV008TS)
ASUS E406NA (BV008TS)

Our Rating: 72 %

MSI Modern 15 (A11ML)
MSI Modern 15 (A11ML)

Our Rating: 75 %

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS E406NA (BV008TS) and MSI Modern 15 (A11ML). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

ASUS E406NA (BV008TS) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS E406NA (BV008TS) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

affordable price

decent battery life

silent operation

compact form factor

limited storage capacity

average display quality

no backlit keyboard

mediocre processor performance

MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

full hd display

solid build quality

good battery life

affordable price

average cpu performance

limited graphics power

no thunderbolt support

basic audio quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS E406NA (BV008TS) and MSI Modern 15 (A11ML)
76 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS E406NA (BV008TS) vs. MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS E406NA (BV008TS) MSI Modern 15 (A11ML)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.6 cm x 22.7 cm x 1.76 cm 35.68 cm x 23.37 cm x 1.69 cm
Weight 1.3 kg 1.6 kg
Case Material Plastic -
Colour Star grey (top), star grey (LCD cover), icicle gold (bottom) Carbon grey
DISPLAY ASUS E406NA (BV008TS) MSI Modern 15 (A11ML)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 200 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC -
Features ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, Tru2Life Thin bezel design, MSI True Color Technology 3.0
PROCESSOR ASUS E406NA (BV008TS) MSI Modern 15 (A11ML)
CPU Intel Celeron N3350 / 1.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.4 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 2 MB 8 MB
Features - Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Speed Shift Technology
MEMORY ASUS E406NA (BV008TS) MSI Modern 15 (A11ML)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 64 GB
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE ASUS E406NA (BV008TS) MSI Modern 15 (A11ML)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 64 GB eMMC 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS E406NA (BV008TS) MSI Modern 15 (A11ML)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 500 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Camera Yes - VGA Yes - 720p
Frame Rate - 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC233
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster Nahimic 3 sound technology
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS E406NA (BV008TS) MSI Modern 15 (A11ML)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201
Features Single stream (1x1) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS E406NA (BV008TS) MSI Modern 15 (A11ML)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 38 Wh 52 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS E406NA (BV008TS) MSI Modern 15 (A11ML)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 33 Watt, 19 V, 1.75 A 65 Watt
INPUT ASUS E406NA (BV008TS) MSI Modern 15 (A11ML)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard White LED backlight
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS E406NA (BV008TS) MSI Modern 15 (A11ML)
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4) (1 free)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
Thunderbolt 4
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS E406NA (BV008TS) MSI Modern 15 (A11ML)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home in S mode Windows 10 Home
Software Included - Norton Internet Security (60 days trial), Norton Studio (Metro UI), Microsoft Office 2016 (30 days trial), Nahimic Audio Enhancer 3, NVIDIA GeForce Experience, MSI True Color 3.0, MSI Center
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS E406NA (BV008TS) MSI Modern 15 (A11ML)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Features System password Military-Grade, Cooler Boost 3 technology
SAR Value 0.576 W/kg (body), 0.576 W/kg (limb) -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year
Model Number - 457UK
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