ASUS X515EA (BQ068T) vs. MSI Modern 14 (B10MW)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
ASUS X515EA (BQ068T)
ASUS X515EA (BQ068T)

Our Rating: 75 %

MSI Modern 14 (B10MW)
MSI Modern 14 (B10MW)

Our Rating: 72 %

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS X515EA (BQ068T) and MSI Modern 14 (B10MW). 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 X515EA (BQ068T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS X515EA (BQ068T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

solid processor performance

ample storage options

decent battery life

average display quality

limited graphics capability

no backlit keyboard

fewer USB-C ports

MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

affordable price point

solid build quality

decent keyboard comfort

good battery life

average display brightness

limited graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

modest storage capacity

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS X515EA (BQ068T) and MSI Modern 14 (B10MW)
69 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS X515EA (BQ068T) vs. MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS X515EA (BQ068T) MSI Modern 14 (B10MW)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36 cm x 23.5 cm x 1.99 cm 31.9 cm x 22 cm x 1.69 cm
Weight 1.8 kg 1.3 kg
Case Material Plastic Plastic, metal
Colour Transparent silver Carbon grey
DISPLAY ASUS X515EA (BQ068T) MSI Modern 14 (B10MW)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14"
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 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 72% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, IPS-level IPS-level, 72% NTSC colour gamut
PROCESSOR ASUS X515EA (BQ068T) MSI Modern 14 (B10MW)
CPU Intel Core i3 (11th Gen) 1115G4 / 3 GHz Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 10110U / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 6 MB 4 MB
Features - Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY ASUS X515EA (BQ068T) MSI Modern 14 (B10MW)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2666 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE ASUS X515EA (BQ068T) MSI Modern 14 (B10MW)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS X515EA (BQ068T) MSI Modern 14 (B10MW)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - VGA Yes - 720p
Frame Rate - 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster Nahimic 3 sound technology
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS X515EA (BQ068T) MSI Modern 14 (B10MW)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller - Intel Wireless-AC 9560
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS X515EA (BQ068T) MSI Modern 14 (B10MW)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 37 Wh 52 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 10 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS X515EA (BQ068T) MSI Modern 14 (B10MW)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 65 Watt
INPUT ASUS X515EA (BQ068T) MSI Modern 14 (B10MW)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard White LED backlight
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS X515EA (BQ068T) MSI Modern 14 (B10MW)
Slots 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4) (0 free) -
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC)
SOFTWARE ASUS X515EA (BQ068T) MSI Modern 14 (B10MW)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home
Software Included - MSI BurnRecovery, Norton Internet Security (60 days trial), MSI Battery Calibration, Microsoft Office 2016 (30 days trial), MSI True Color 2.0, MSI Help Desk, Nahimic Audio Enhancer 3, MSI Creator Center
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS X515EA (BQ068T) MSI Modern 14 (B10MW)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip -
Features System password MIL-STD-810G tested
Repairability Index 6.5 (out of 10) -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year
Model Number - 489UK
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