MSI Modern 14 (B11MOL) vs. ASUS P1411CEA (EKI5X)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
MSI Modern 14 (B11MOL)
MSI Modern 14 (B11MOL)

Our Rating: 72 %

ASUS P1411CEA (EKI5X)
ASUS P1411CEA (EKI5X)

Our Rating: 72 %

In depth comparison and review of MSI Modern 14 (B11MOL) and ASUS P1411CEA (EKI5X). 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 (B11MOL) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Modern 14 (B11MOL) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

affordable price

decent battery life

solid build quality

good keyboard feel

average display quality

modest performance

limited graphics power

fewer connectivity options

ASUS P1411CEA (EKI5X) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS P1411CEA (EKI5X) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

compact design

solid build quality

adequate connectivity options

efficient multitasking

average battery life

mediocre display resolution

no backlit keyboard

limited graphics performance

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI Modern 14 (B11MOL) and ASUS P1411CEA (EKI5X)
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
76 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI Modern 14 (B11MOL) vs. ASUS P1411CEA (EKI5X) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI Modern 14 (B11MOL) ASUS P1411CEA (EKI5X)
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
Colour Carbon grey Slate grey
DISPLAY MSI Modern 14 (B11MOL) ASUS P1411CEA (EKI5X)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 14"
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 - 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Thin bezel design, MSI True Color Technology 3.0 Anti-glare, 82% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR MSI Modern 14 (B11MOL) ASUS P1411CEA (EKI5X)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 8 MB 8 MB
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Speed Shift Technology -
MEMORY MSI Modern 14 (B11MOL) ASUS P1411CEA (EKI5X)
RAM 8 GB 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE MSI Modern 14 (B11MOL) ASUS P1411CEA (EKI5X)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI Modern 14 (B11MOL) ASUS P1411CEA (EKI5X)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - VGA
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC233 -
Audio Features Nahimic 3 sound technology Output: ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS MSI Modern 14 (B11MOL) ASUS P1411CEA (EKI5X)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY MSI Modern 14 (B11MOL) ASUS P1411CEA (EKI5X)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 39 Wh 37 Wh
AC ADAPTER MSI Modern 14 (B11MOL) ASUS P1411CEA (EKI5X)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT MSI Modern 14 (B11MOL) ASUS P1411CEA (EKI5X)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features White LED backlight Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI Modern 14 (B11MOL) ASUS P1411CEA (EKI5X)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
Thunderbolt 4
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI 1.4
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE MSI Modern 14 (B11MOL) ASUS P1411CEA (EKI5X)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 11 Pro
Software Included Norton Internet Security (60 days trial), Norton Studio (Metro UI), Microsoft Office 2016 (30 days trial), Nahimic Audio Enhancer 3, MSI True Color 3.0 McAfee LiveSafe, MyASUS, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial)
MISCELLANEOUS MSI Modern 14 (B11MOL) ASUS P1411CEA (EKI5X)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Features Cooler Boost technology, Military-Grade BIOS protection
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number 430UK -
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