ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) vs. MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) and MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

strong battery life

quiet cooling system

attractive slim design

good display quality

limited gaming performance

no thunderbolt support

average speaker quality

modest storage capacity

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) and MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern)
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) vs. MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.24 cm x 21 cm x 1.77 cm 35.68 cm x 23.37 cm x 1.59 cm
Weight 1.4 kg 1.6 kg
Colour Transparent silver Blue
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness 200 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, NanoEdge display WideView, MSI Matrix Display, MSI True Color Technology 2.0
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern)
CPU Intel Core i3 (7th Gen) 7020U / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8565U
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 3 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 32 GB
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 2133 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 SATA 6Gb/s 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 620 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Video System Features - Max-Q design
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Frame Rate - 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster MSI Audio Boost, Nahimic 3 sound technology
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 38 Wh 82 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 90 Watt
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - White LED backlight
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 2.0
HDMI
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
USB 3.1 Gen 2
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Power Delivery 3.0, Quick Charge 3.0)
HDMI
USB 3.1 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition in S mode Windows 10 Home
Software Included - MSI BurnRecovery, Norton Internet Security (60 days trial), MSI Battery Calibration, Norton Studio (Metro UI), Microsoft Office 2016 (30 days trial), MSI True Color 2.0, MSI Help Desk, Nahimic Audio Enhancer 3, NVIDIA GeForce Experience, MSI Creator Center
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Fingerprint reader
Features System password, ASUS Battery Health charging technology Cooler Boost 3 technology, MSI SHIFT Technology
SAR Value 0.286 W/kg (body), 0.286 W/kg (limb) -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 2 years
Model Number EK019T -
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