MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) vs. ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) and ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA). 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 PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

strong battery life

quiet cooling system

attractive slim design

good display quality

limited gaming performance

no thunderbolt support

average speaker quality

modest storage capacity

ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

large display

lightweight design

decent battery life

simple user interface

mediocre performance

limited storage capacity

no backlit keyboard

basic graphics

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) and ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA)
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
75 % - Design
64 % - Display
45 % - Performance
63 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) vs. ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.68 cm x 23.37 cm x 1.59 cm 41.1 cm x 27 cm x 2.3 cm
Weight 1.6 kg 2.1 kg
Case Material - Plastic
Colour Blue Black (bottom), star grey (top), star grey (LCD cover)
DISPLAY MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 17.3"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1600 x 900 (HD+)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness - 200 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC 60% NTSC
Features WideView, MSI Matrix Display, MSI True Color Technology 2.0 Anti-glare
PROCESSOR MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA)
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8565U Intel Pentium Silver N5000 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 2.7 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache - 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
MEMORY MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz -
Rated Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB HDD SATA / 5400 rpm
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Intel UHD Graphics 605
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM -
Video System Features Max-Q design -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - VGA
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Audio Features MSI Audio Boost, Nahimic 3 sound technology ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features - Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 82 Wh 42 Wh
AC ADAPTER MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 90 Watt 33 Watt, 19 V, 1.75 A
INPUT MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features White LED backlight Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA)
Interfaces USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
USB 3.1 Gen 2
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Power Delivery 3.0, Quick Charge 3.0)
HDMI
USB 3.1 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Headphone output
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) 3 in 1 (SD Card, Memory Stick, MultiMediaCard)
SOFTWARE MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home
Software Included MSI BurnRecovery, Norton Internet Security (60 days trial), MSI Battery Calibration, Norton Studio (Metro UI), Microsoft Office 2016 (30 days trial), MSI True Color 2.0, MSI Help Desk, Nahimic Audio Enhancer 3, NVIDIA GeForce Experience, MSI Creator Center -
MISCELLANEOUS MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Fingerprint reader -
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Cooler Boost 3 technology, MSI SHIFT Technology System password
SAR Value - 0.531 W/kg (body), 0.531 W/kg (limb)
Repairability Index - 6.3 (out of 10)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years -
Model Number - BX019T
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