MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) vs. ASUS X415FA (EB043T)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
MSI Modern 14 (B10MW)
MSI Modern 14 (B10MW)

Our Rating: 72 %

ASUS X415FA (EB043T)
ASUS X415FA (EB043T)

Our Rating: 72 %

In depth comparison and review of MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) and ASUS X415FA (EB043T). 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 X415FA (EB043T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS X415FA (EB043T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

compact design

solid build quality

adequate performance

good connectivity options

average battery life

basic display quality

limited storage capacity

no dedicated graphics

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) and ASUS X415FA (EB043T)
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
74 % - Design
75 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) vs. ASUS X415FA (EB043T) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) ASUS X415FA (EB043T)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.9 cm x 22 cm x 1.69 cm 32.54 cm x 21.6 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.3 kg 1.6 kg
Case Material Plastic, metal -
Colour Carbon grey Transparent silver (LCD cover), transparent silver (top), slate grey (bottom)
DISPLAY MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) ASUS X415FA (EB043T)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 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 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 X415FA (EB043T)
CPU Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 10110U / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10210U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 4 MB -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 -
MEMORY MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) ASUS X415FA (EB043T)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 16 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 1
STORAGE MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) ASUS X415FA (EB043T)
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 X415FA (EB043T)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Speaker, microphone
Audio Features Nahimic 3 sound technology ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) ASUS X415FA (EB043T)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) ASUS X415FA (EB043T)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 52 Wh 37 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours -
AC ADAPTER MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) ASUS X415FA (EB043T)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) ASUS X415FA (EB043T)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features White LED backlight Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) ASUS X415FA (EB043T)
Slots - 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x2) (0 free)
Interfaces 2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) -
SOFTWARE MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) ASUS X415FA (EB043T)
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 MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) ASUS X415FA (EB043T)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features MIL-STD-810G tested -
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year -
Model Number 489UK -
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