ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433EQ) vs. MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433EQ) and MSI Modern 15 H (B13M). 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.

ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433EQ) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433EQ) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

compact and lightweight

vivid color display

responsive fingerprint sensor

efficient multitasking performance

good value for money

average battery life

noisy under load

limited port selection

mediocre speaker quality

MSI Modern 15 H (B13M) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Modern 15 H (B13M) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

fast ssd storage

vivid full hd display

efficient cooling system

competitive price point

average battery life

limited graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

basic audio quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433EQ) and MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
82 % - Design
78 % - Display
78 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery
82 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433EQ) vs. MSI Modern 15 H (B13M) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433EQ) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.49 cm x 21.35 cm x 1.59 cm 35.9 cm x 24.1 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.4 kg 1.7 kg
Case Material Aluminum -
Colour Light grey (top cover), light grey (bottom), indie black (LCD cover) -
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433EQ) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, NanoEdge display, 178° viewing angle MSI Matrix Display, IPS-level
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433EQ) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 13700H / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 14-core
Cache 8 MB L3 - 24 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features - Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433EQ) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433EQ) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
SSD Cache 32 GB 3D Xpoint (Optane) -
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433EQ) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce MX350 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Max Graphics
Video Memory 2 GB GDDR5 SDRAM -
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - HD Yes
Sound Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone Speakers, microphone
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster, Smart Amplification technology Output: Hi-Res Audio
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433EQ) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433EQ) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 50 Wh 39.3 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 5 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433EQ) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A 90 Watt, 19 V, 4.74 A
INPUT ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433EQ) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Type Keyboard, NumberPad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (white)
Features Chiclet keyboard Precision touchpad, 1.5mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433EQ) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4)
HDMI
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI 2.1 (4K support)
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433EQ) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 11 Home
Software Included - MSI Center
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433EQ) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip -
Features System password MIL-STD-810G tested
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year
Model Number EB052T 003UK
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