ASUS X415EA (EB741WS) vs. MSI Modern 14 (B11MOL)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
ASUS X415EA (EB741WS)
ASUS X415EA (EB741WS)

Our Rating: 78 %

MSI Modern 14 (B11MOL)
MSI Modern 14 (B11MOL)

Our Rating: 72 %

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS X415EA (EB741WS) and MSI Modern 14 (B11MOL). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

ASUS X415EA (EB741WS) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS X415EA (EB741WS) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price point

compact and lightweight

solid build quality

fast SSD storage

decent processor performance

average battery life

mediocre display quality

limited graphics capability

no thunderbolt support

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

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS X415EA (EB741WS) and MSI Modern 14 (B11MOL)
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS X415EA (EB741WS) vs. MSI Modern 14 (B11MOL) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS X415EA (EB741WS) MSI Modern 14 (B11MOL)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.54 cm x 21.6 cm x 1.99 cm 31.9 cm x 22 cm x 1.69 cm
Weight 1.55 kg 1.3 kg
Colour Transparent silver Carbon grey
DISPLAY ASUS X415EA (EB741WS) MSI Modern 14 (B11MOL)
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 45% NTSC -
Features Anti-glare, 82% screen-to-body ratio, IPS-level Thin bezel design, MSI True Color Technology 3.0
PROCESSOR ASUS X415EA (EB741WS) MSI Modern 14 (B11MOL)
CPU Intel Pentium Gold 7505 / 2 GHz Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.5 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 4 MB 8 MB
Features Intel Smart Cache Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Speed Shift Technology
MEMORY ASUS X415EA (EB741WS) MSI Modern 14 (B11MOL)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB
Max RAM Supported - 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
STORAGE ASUS X415EA (EB741WS) MSI Modern 14 (B11MOL)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS X415EA (EB741WS) MSI Modern 14 (B11MOL)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Camera Yes - VGA Yes - 720p
Frame Rate - 30 frames per second
Sound Speaker, microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC233
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster Nahimic 3 sound technology
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS X415EA (EB741WS) MSI Modern 14 (B11MOL)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201
Features Single stream (1x1) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS X415EA (EB741WS) MSI Modern 14 (B11MOL)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 37 Wh 39 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS X415EA (EB741WS) MSI Modern 14 (B11MOL)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 65 Watt
INPUT ASUS X415EA (EB741WS) MSI Modern 14 (B11MOL)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance White LED backlight
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS X415EA (EB741WS) MSI Modern 14 (B11MOL)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
Thunderbolt 4
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS X415EA (EB741WS) MSI Modern 14 (B11MOL)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home in S mode Windows 10 Home
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
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS X415EA (EB741WS) MSI Modern 14 (B11MOL)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip -
Features - Cooler Boost technology, Military-Grade
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year
Model Number - 430UK
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