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Updated March 13, 2024·
When choosing between the Acer Aspire 3 and the MSI Prestige 14, consider that the Acer is more budget-friendly, making it suitable for general use like web browsing and document editing. However, the MSI offers higher performance, which is better for intensive tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, or gaming. The MSI also typically has a more premium build and possibly better screen quality, which might be better for design work. Keep in mind that while the MSI is more powerful, it may also be less portable due to increased weight, and its battery life may not last as long as the Acer's during everyday tasks. 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 14 AI Evo.
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo
- Very good for general use
- Good for engineering and design
- Very good for content creation
- Good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- Good speakers
- Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.0
8.0
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
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 14 AI Evo is very good for general use, while the Acer Aspire 3 14 is good.
The Acer Aspire 3 14's CPU and RAM may handle basic tasks efficiently, but the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo's superior CPU and RAM levels allow for smoother multitasking and more demanding applications, making it better for general use. Additionally, the Prestige's higher screen quality, longer battery life, and lighter design enhance portability and user experience, while the Aspire 3 compensates with ample storage and a comfortable keyboard but falls short in performance and portability aspects.
Gaming and AI
5.9
6.8
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
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 14 AI Evo is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Acer Aspire 3 14 is poor.
The Acer Aspire 3 14, while capable of handling some gaming and 3D tasks, is usually limited by its GPU and screen refresh rate, leading to less fluid graphics and gaming experiences. In contrast, the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo, though better equipped with a superior GPU and higher screen refresh rate, will also face certain limitations, but it will generally provide smoother performance and visuals, albeit at a higher price.
Engineering and Design
6.1
7.8
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 14 AI Evo is good for engineering and design, while the Acer Aspire 3 14 is only fair.
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo offers a more powerful CPU and GPU, enhancing its ability to handle demanding engineering and design applications, along with higher RAM and better screen quality, all crucial for such tasks. While the Acer Aspire 3 has modest specs that may suffice for lighter use, its less robust internals compared to the MSI may lead to slower performance in intensive workloads, though it may benefit from being more portable and having a quieter operating noise.
Content Creation
7.2
8.0
4.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Prestige 14 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
7.7
4.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
6.2/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo and Acer Aspire 3 14 are both good for software development, though the MSI Prestige 14 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
7.8
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
The MSI Prestige 14 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.
The Acer Aspire 3 14 has a screen that provides adequate clarity and brightness for everyday tasks, but its limited resolution and color range don't quite meet the demands of high-end design work or deliver the vibrant visuals preferred in gaming. Conversely, the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo offers superior resolution and color accuracy, making it suitable for professions that require precise color representation, but its lower refresh rate could disappoint gamers looking for smooth motion in fast-paced games. Generally, for engineering and design, the Prestige excels with its color gamuts, but neither model is optimal for 3D gaming where high refresh rates are vital.
Battery
9.5 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Acer Aspire 3 14 has 9.5 hours of battery life. The MSI Prestige 14 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 14 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
$1,300
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Acer Aspire 3 14 has a price of $434 and the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo costs $1,300.
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Key similarities
Portability
Very Good
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The MSI Prestige 14 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 14 AI Evo compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Acer Aspire 3 14 | MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$434 | $1,300 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2023 | February 1, 2024 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.9'' x 8.5'' x 0.74'' | 12.3'' x 7.5'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.09 lbs | 3.7 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.9" | 12.3" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.5" | 7.46" | |
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 | 90 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1200 | |
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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