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Updated March 13, 2024·
If budget is your primary concern, the Acer Aspire 3 offers a more affordable option for everyday tasks like browsing, document editing, and media consumption, with the trade-off being lower performance compared to the MSI. However, if you require a laptop for more demanding applications, such as video editing or graphic design, and value a higher level of portability, the MSI Prestige, while pricier, provides better performance and is lighter, which can be beneficial if you travel frequently. The MSI also typically has a longer battery life, enabling longer use without needing to recharge. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Aspire 3 14
- The Acer Aspire 3 14 has no clear advantages over the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo.
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- Good speakers
- Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.0
8.0
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
9.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
6.2/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.5/10
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo is very good for general use, while the Acer Aspire 3 14 is good.
The Acer Aspire 3 14, with modest CPU and RAM, adequately handles everyday tasks and is easier on the budget, but may fall short in multitasking and advanced applications compared to the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo, which boasts a superior CPU and RAM for smoother performance. The MSI also shines with higher screen quality, better portability, and longer battery life, making it a premium choice for those who need a more powerful and mobile device that can handle a wider range of tasks comfortably.
Gaming and AI
5.9
6.8
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
10.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Acer Aspire 3 14 is poor.
The Acer Aspire 3 14 offers a decent balance for some gaming and 3D applications due to its adequate GPU and acceptable screen refresh rate, but it's constrained by its screen quality and CPU, which are somewhat important for these tasks. Meanwhile, the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo, while also fair for gaming and 3D, might provide better CPU performance and screen quality, but still, these laptops are not optimized for high-end gaming or professional 3D work due to their limitations in GPU power and refresh rates.
Engineering and Design
6.1
8.0
4.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo is very good for engineering and design, while the Acer Aspire 3 14 is only fair.
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo, with its superior CPU, RAM, and GPU, excels in handling demanding tasks and has a high-quality screen that's beneficial for precision work in engineering and design. Meanwhile, the Acer Aspire 3 14, while more affordable and lighter for portability, has less powerful components and a lower screen quality, making it suitable for less intensive engineering tasks.
Content Creation
7.2
8.1
4.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo is very good for content creation, while the Acer Aspire 3 14 is good.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Software Development
7.1
7.9
4.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
6.2/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo and Acer Aspire 3 14 are both good for software development, though the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo is somewhat better.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
Screen Quality
6.1
8.2
14.0in
SIZE
13.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo has a better screen than the Acer Aspire 3 14 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
When considering general use, the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo's screen is superior due to its higher resolution and brightness, which provide clearer and more vibrant visuals compared to the Acer Aspire 3 14. For engineering and design, the MSI excels again with a wider range of colors covered in the color gamuts, allowing more precise color work. However, both laptops have screens with refresh rates that are not ideal for 3D gaming, which demands faster refresh rates for smooth motion rendering.
Battery
9.5 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Acer Aspire 3 14 has 9.5 hours of battery life. The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo has 8 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
Build Quality
6.2
7.4
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo has good build quality, while the Acer Aspire 3 14 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$434
$1,280
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Acer Aspire 3 14 has a price of $434 and the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo costs $1,280.
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Key similarities
Portability
Very Good
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
13.0in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo and Acer Aspire 3 14 both have very good portability.
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How the Acer Aspire 3 14 and the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Acer Aspire 3 14 | MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$434 | $1,280 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2023 | February 1, 2024 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.9'' x 8.5'' x 0.74'' | 11.8'' x 8.3'' x 0.67'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.09 lbs | 3.53 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.9" | 11.77" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.5" | 8.27" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 5 7520U | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9.5 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 40 Wh | 73 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 13" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2880 x 1800 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 250 nits | 415 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6.3/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.4/10 | 8.6/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 10/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6.3/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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About Acer
Acer is a prominent Taiwanese electronics brand which makes a wide range of laptops, with multiple product lines catering to personal use, gaming, and business use. They are renowned for having exceptional value for money, as they frequently offer good specifications at a lower price than other manufacturers.
About MSI
MSI, also known as Micro-Star International, is a Taiwanese technology corporation. MSI is known for their wide range of gaming devices. Their series include the entry-level Cyborg/Thin and Sword/Katana series, the mid-range Bravo/Delta and Crosshair/Pulse series, and their high-end Vector, Raider, Stealth, and Titan GT series. At every performance level, MSI offers a variety of devices with varying balances between performance, battery life, weight, and price, making them a solid option to consider at every price point.
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