MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) vs. ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1502ZA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) and ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1502ZA). 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 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

ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1502ZA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1502ZA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

solid performance

fast charging support

decent speaker quality

average battery life

mediocre display

limited upgradeability

no thunderbolt support

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) and ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1502ZA)
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
82 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) vs. ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1502ZA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1502ZA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.9 cm x 22 cm x 1.69 cm 35.97 cm x 23.25 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.3 kg 1.5 kg
Case Material Plastic, metal -
Colour Carbon grey Icelight silver
DISPLAY MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1502ZA)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features IPS-level, 72% NTSC colour gamut Anti-glare, NanoEdge display, 82% screen-to-body ratio, IPS-level
PROCESSOR MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1502ZA)
CPU Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 10110U / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 10-core
Cache 4 MB 12 MB
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1502ZA)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1502ZA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1502ZA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Audio Features Nahimic 3 sound technology Output: ASUS SonicMaster; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1502ZA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1502ZA)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 52 Wh 42 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours -
AC ADAPTER MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1502ZA)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1502ZA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features White LED backlight Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1502ZA)
Interfaces 2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) -
SOFTWARE MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1502ZA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 11 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 MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1502ZA)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Features MIL-STD-810G tested MIL-STD-810H tested, ASUS Antibacterial Guard
Compliant Standards - RoHS, REACH, TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year -
Model Number 489UK BQ556W
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