MSI Modern 15 (B13M) vs ASUS Vivobook 15 (X1504)
Intel Core i7-1355U against Intel Core 7 350, both 1.7 kg. Every spec side by side.
Size and weight
Drawn to the same scale. Base configuration.
Price and overview | ||
| Specification | Modern 15 (B13M) | Vivobook 15 (X1504) |
|---|---|---|
| Launch Price (India) | No info | No info |
| Announced | January 2023 | 2022 |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Model Numbers | B13M-288IN / B13M-289IN / B13M-290IN / B13M-291IN / B13M-883IN / B13M-1079IN / B13M-1203IN / B13M-1206IN | X1504ZA, X1504VA, X1504VAP, X1504VAPB, X1504MA |
Design | ||
| Dimensions | 359 x 241 x 19.9 mm | 359.7 x 232.5 x 17.9 mm |
| Thickness | 19.9 mm | 17.9 mm |
| Weight | 1.7 kg | 1.70 kg |
| Body Material | Not published by MSI | Plastic (incl. recycled PCR) |
| Military Grade | MIL-STD-810H | MIL-STD-810H |
| Colours | Classic Black, Star Blue | Quiet Blue, Cool Silver, Terra Cotta |
Display | ||
| Size | 15.6-inch | 15.6-inch |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 (141 ppi) | 1920 x 1080 (FHD) |
| Panel Type | IPS-level | LCD |
| Anti-Glare | Not published by MSI | Yes (glossy on touch variant) |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Brightness | No info | No info |
| Colour Gamut | No info | No info |
| Touchscreen | No | Optional on select variants |
Performance | ||
| Processor Options | Intel Core i3-1315U / i5-1334U / i5-1335U / i7-1355U | Intel Core i3-1215U / i5-1235U (12th gen); Core i3-1315U / i5-1334U (13th gen); Core 3 100U / Core 5 120U; Core 3 304 / Core 5 315 / Core 5 320 / Core 7 350 |
| Top Processor | Intel Core i7-1355U, 10-core CPU (2P + 8E), 12 threads, up to 5.0 GHz | Intel Core 7 350, 6 cores, 6 threads, up to 4.8 GHz, 6 MB cache |
| Graphics | Intel Iris Xe (i5 and i7), Intel UHD Graphics (i3) | Integrated Intel UHD, Iris Xe or Intel Graphics (by processor) |
| NPU | None | Intel NPU up to 17 TOPS on Core 300 series models only |
| RAM Options | 8 GB / 16 GB | 4 GB / 8 GB / 16 GB |
| RAM Type | DDR4-3200 | DDR4 or DDR5 |
| Max RAM | 16 GB | 24 GB |
| RAM Slots | Not published by MSI | 1 x SO-DIMM |
| Soldered RAM | Yes (onboard) | On board + 1 slot |
| Storage Options | 512 GB | 256 GB / 512 GB |
| Storage Type | NVMe SSD (PCIe Gen3 or Gen4) | PCIe NVMe SSD (M.2 2280) |
| M.2 Slots | 1 | Not published by ASUS |
Battery and charging | ||
| Battery | 39.3 Wh (3-cell) | 42 Wh |
| Battery Life | No info | No info |
| Charger | 65W adapter (USB-C PD 3.0 charging supported) | 45W barrel (4.5 mm) |
Ports and wireless | ||
| USB-C | 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (DisplayPort, PD 3.0) | 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 |
| USB-A | 1x USB-A 3.2 Gen 2, 2x USB-A 2.0 | 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1, 1x USB-A 2.0 |
| HDMI | HDMI (4K 30Hz) | HDMI 1.4 |
| SD Card Slot | microSD card reader | None |
| Headphone Jack | Combo audio jack | 3.5 mm combo jack |
| Charging Port | Not published by MSI | Barrel DC-in |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E (Intel AX211) | Wi-Fi 6 or Wi-Fi 6E (1x1) |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4 | Bluetooth 5.2 / 5.3 |
Extras | ||
| Webcam | 720p (30fps) | 720p |
| Privacy Shutter | Not published by MSI | Yes |
| Microphones | Not published by MSI | Array mic |
| Speakers | 2 speakers | Not published by ASUS |
| Speaker Power | 2W each | Not published by ASUS |
| Audio Tuning | Hi-Res Audio | SonicMaster |
| Keyboard Backlight | White | Optional |
| Numeric Keypad | Not published by MSI | Yes |
| Key Travel | Not published by MSI | 1.4 mm (1.7 mm on newer models) |
| Copilot Key | Not published by MSI | Newer models |
| Fingerprint Reader | Not published by MSI | Optional (in touchpad) |
| TPM | Firmware TPM 2.0 | Not published by ASUS |
| Notable Features | MIL-STD-810H durability, Flip-n-Share, Office Home 2024 on some SKUs | 180-degree hinge, US MIL-STD 810H, webcam privacy shutter, user-upgradeable RAM slot |