MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE) vs. ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE) and ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA). 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 Creator Z16 (A11UE) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful intel processor

vibrant qhd+ display

sleek aluminum chassis

thunderbolt 4 support

high-quality audio output

relatively heavy design

short battery life

high price point

limited upgradeability

ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

compact lightweight design

affordable price point

solid state drive included

decent battery life

full hd display

average processor performance

limited graphics capabilities

fewer connectivity options

basic audio quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE) and ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
85 % - Design
82 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE) vs. ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.9 cm x 25.6 cm x 1.68 cm 32.54 cm x 21.6 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 2.2 kg 1.6 kg
Colour Lunar grey Indie black
DISPLAY MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
Screen Size (Type) 16" 14"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1600 (QHD+) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 120 Hz 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:9
Image Brightness - 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% DCI-P3 45% NTSC
Features MSI Matrix Display, Delta E<2 calibration, thin bezel design, CalMAN Verified, MSI True Color Technology 3.0 Anti-glare, 82% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
CPU Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 11800H / 2.3 GHz Intel Pentium Gold 7505 / 2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz 3.5 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core Dual-Core
Cache 24 MB 4 MB
Chipset Intel HM570 -
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Speed Shift Technology, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 12 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz -
Rated Speed 3200 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Video System Features Max-Q design, Dynamic Boost -
Gaming Yes -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - VGA
Camera Features IR camera -
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Four speakers, microphone Speakers, microphone
Audio Features Dynaudio Premium Sound Technology, Nahimic 3 sound technology Output: ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675 -
Features - Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 90 Wh 37 Wh
AC ADAPTER MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 180 Watt 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) -
Features Per-key RGB Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
Slots 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0) (1 free) 1 x Serial ATA (1 free)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI 1.4
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Advanced Windows 11 Home in S mode
Software Included Norton Internet Security (60 days trial), SteelSeries Engine 3, Norton Studio (Metro UI), Microsoft Office 2016 (30 days trial), Nahimic Audio Enhancer 3, NVIDIA GeForce Experience, MSI True Color 3.0, MSI Battery Master McAfee, Microsoft 365 Personal (1 year subscription), MyASUS
MISCELLANEOUS MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Features SteelSeries gaming keyboard, MIL-STD-810G tested, Cooler Boost Trinity+ technology BIOS protection
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number 204UK EK1651WS
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