MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) vs. ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA402XY)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) and ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA402XY). 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.

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

ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA402XY) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA402XY) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful amd processor

compact lightweight design

high-resolution display

efficient cooling system

good battery life

limited port selection

no webcam included

higher price point

average speaker quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) and ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA402XY)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
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83 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) vs. ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA402XY) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA402XY)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.77 cm x 24.77 cm x 1.79 cm 31.2 cm x 22.7 cm x 2.05 cm
Weight 1.88 kg 1.72 kg
Colour Grey Eclipse grey
DISPLAY MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA402XY)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 3840 x 2160 (Ultra HD 4K) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 165 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:10
Image Brightness - 500 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% DCI-P3
Features MSI Matrix Display, MSI True Color Technology 2.0 Anti-glare, NVIDIA G-SYNC compatible, HDR (high dynamic range), 3 ms response rate, Pantone Validated, IPS-level, Dolby Vision, 91% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA402XY)
CPU Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9750H / 2.6 GHz AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz 5.2 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 8-core
Cache 12 MB L3 - 16 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache -
MEMORY MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA402XY)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 32 GB (1 x 16 GB + 16 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed - 4800 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA402XY)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe), Performance
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA402XY)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 / AMD Radeon 780M
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 16 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features Max-Q design ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost, MUX Switch, NVIDIA Advanced Optimus
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features Windows Hello IR camera, Windows Hello
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Four speakers, 3-microphone array
Compliant Standards - Dolby Atmos
Audio Features MSI Audio Boost 2, ESS SABRE HiFi audio DAC technology, Nahimic 3 sound technology Output: Smart Amplification technology, Hi-Res Audio; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA402XY)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Qualcomm QCA8171 -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA402XY)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 82 Wh 76 Wh
Battery Life Up to 8 hours -
AC ADAPTER MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA402XY)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 180 Watt 240 Watt, 20 V, 12 A
INPUT MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA402XY)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features White LED backlight Chiclet keyboard, 1 RGB zone, ASUS Overstroke technology
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA402XY)
Interfaces 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
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI 2.1
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
USB4/DisplayPort (Power Delivery)
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSDXC UHS-II)
SOFTWARE MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA402XY)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 11 Home
Software Included MSI Creator Center Xbox Game Pass Ultimate (3 months)
MISCELLANEOUS MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA402XY)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Features MIL-STD-810G tested, Cooler Boost Trinity+ technology Administrator password, ASUS Aura Sync technology, ErgoLift, BIOS protection, AniMe Matrix lighting, ROG Intelligent Cooling, ROG Nebula HDR Display
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number - NC005W
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