ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo UX581GV (H2001R) vs. MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo UX581GV (H2001R) and MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo UX581GV (H2001R) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo UX581GV (H2001R) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

innovative dual-screen design

powerful graphics performance

high-resolution main display

fast storage solutions

effective cooling system

heavy and bulky

short battery life

expensive price point

limited port selection

MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful graphics performance

slim, stylish design

high-resolution display

fast processing speed

lightweight portability

high price point

average battery life

limited port selection

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo UX581GV (H2001R) and MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator)
83 % - Design
85 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo UX581GV (H2001R) vs. MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo UX581GV (H2001R) MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.9 cm x 24.6 cm x 2.4 cm 35.77 cm x 24.77 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 2.5 kg 1.88 kg
Case Material Aluminum -
Colour Celestial blue Grey
DISPLAY ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo UX581GV (H2001R) MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" OLED 15.6"
Touchscreen Yes -
LCD Backlight Technology - LED backlight
Screen Resolution 3840 x 2160 (Ultra HD 4K) 3840 x 2160 (Ultra HD 4K)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 97% DCI-P3 100% sRGB
Features Glare, WideView, NanoEdge display, Narrow Border Display, 178° viewing angle MSI Matrix Display, MSI True Color Technology 2.0
PROCESSOR ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo UX581GV (H2001R) MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator)
CPU Intel Core i9 (9th Gen) 9980HK / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9750H / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5 GHz 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 6-core
Cache 16 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 Mobile Intel HM370
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo UX581GV (H2001R) MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator)
RAM 32 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo UX581GV (H2001R) MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo UX581GV (H2001R) MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 / Intel UHD Graphics 630 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - Max-Q design
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello Windows Hello
Frame Rate - 30 frames per second
Sound Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster MSI Audio Boost 2, ESS SABRE HiFi audio DAC technology, Nahimic 3 sound technology
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo UX581GV (H2001R) MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller - Intel Wireless-AC 9560
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Qualcomm QCA8171
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo UX581GV (H2001R) MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator)
Technology 8-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 71 Wh 82 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 8 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo UX581GV (H2001R) MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 230 Watt, 19.5 V, 11.8 A 180 Watt
INPUT ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo UX581GV (H2001R) MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator)
Type Keyboard, stylus, NumberPad, ScreenPad Plus Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features 14" 4K UHD (3840 x 1100) touch display White LED backlight
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo UX581GV (H2001R) MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator)
Interfaces USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 2
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
LAN
HDMI
Microphone input
Headphone output
Mini DisplayPort
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
USB 3.2 Gen 2
SOFTWARE ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo UX581GV (H2001R) MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro
Software Included - MSI Creator Center
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo UX581GV (H2001R) MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator)
Included Accessories Stylus, power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Fingerprint reader
Features - MIL-STD-810G tested, Cooler Boost Trinity+ technology
SAR Value 0.472 W/kg (body), 0.472 W/kg (limb) -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
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