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Updated March 13, 2024·
When choosing between the Acer Nitro 5 and the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo, consider your primary needs. The Acer Nitro 5 offers better performance for gaming and intensive tasks due to its larger size and more powerful components but is heavier which makes it less portable. The MSI Prestige, on the other hand, is more suited for on-the-go professionals needing a lightweight machine with good battery life, yet it may not handle demanding software as effectively as the Nitro 5. If budget is a concern, the MSI provides a more affordable option, albeit with compromises in gaming and processing capabilities. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Nitro 5 17
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good overall display quality
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo
- Very good for general use
- Very good for content creation
- Very good portability
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.7
6.8
7.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
360Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Acer Nitro 5 17 is good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo is only fair.
The Acer Nitro 5 17, with its superior GPU and higher screen refresh rate, offers a smoother and more immersive gaming and 3D experience, which makes it a strong choice for demanding visual tasks. The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo, while providing a decent performance with a capable CPU and good screen quality, falls short in the gaming and 3D arenas due to its less powerful GPU and lower refresh rate.
Screen Quality
8.2
7.8
17.3in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
360Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
307.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
The Acer Nitro 5 17 has a better screen than the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo for general use, and gaming and AI, while the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo has a better screen for content creation, and software development.
When choosing between the Acer Nitro 5 17 and the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo, consider that for general use, both have panels with adequate resolution and brightness, but for engineering and design, both may lack the wider color gamuts required for the most accurate color work. Neither laptop is ideal for 3D tasks and gaming, as they don't offer the high refresh rates that provide smoother visuals important in these applications, even though their resolution and panel types are satisfactory. If gaming and 3D performance are a priority, you may need to look at other options, whereas for general use and non-color critical engineering, either could serve well.
Battery
6.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Acer Nitro 5 17 has 6 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.
Portability
Fair
Very Good
17.3in
SIZE
14.0in
5.9 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo has very good portability, while the Acer Nitro 5 17 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$830
$1,300
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Acer Nitro 5 17 has a price of $830 and the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo costs $1,300.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.8
8.0
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
307.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
6.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.5/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo to be very good for general use, while the Acer Nitro 5 17 is good.
While the Acer Nitro 5 17 boasts a larger screen and ample RAM, making it suitable for multitasking and entertainment, its bulkier size and shorter battery life might limit its portability compared to the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo, which offers a balance of a high-quality CPU, longer battery life and a compact form factor, making it very efficient for users on the go who also demand strong performance for a range of tasks. The Prestige also shines with a better screen for crisp visuals, though the Nitro 5 may provide an edge in storage and gaming-related performance due to its gaming-oriented design.
Engineering and Design
8.0
7.8
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
7.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Acer Nitro 5 17 to be very good for engineering and design, while the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo is good.
The Acer Nitro 5 17, with its robust CPU, ample RAM, and powerful GPU, along with a high-quality screen, excels in handling demanding engineering and design tasks, but it's larger and not as easy to carry around. Conversely, the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo offers solid performance with sufficient CPU, RAM, and decent GPU capabilities for engineering work, while being more portable and having a high-quality keyboard, but it may fall slightly short in intense graphical tasks compared to the Acer.
Content Creation
7.8
8.0
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo to be very good for content creation, while the Acer Nitro 5 17 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
7.4
7.7
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo and Acer Nitro 5 17 are both good for software development.
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.
Build Quality
7.2
7.4
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo and Acer Nitro 5 17 both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the Acer Nitro 5 17 and the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Acer Nitro 5 17 | MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$830 | $1,300 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2023 | February 1, 2024 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.9'' x 11'' x 0.98'' | 12.3'' x 7.5'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.95 lbs | 3.7 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.89" | 12.3" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 11.02" | 7.46" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 5800H | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 57.5 Wh | 90 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 17.3" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 360Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 307 nits | 415 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.1/10 | 8.6/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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Sascha Mölck | August 2021
"The Acer Nitro 5 17 is a solid mid-range gamer. The Nitro 5 does not belong to the top group of RTX 3070 notebooks: Compared with the RTX 3070 notebooks tested so far, the computer delivers below-average frame rates - this is due to the 100-watt TGP. The GPU performance can be increased a bit with a firmware update. The device scores with a high level of CPU performance. Throttling is not a concern. CPU and GPU can produce their performance constantly. The laptop heats up moderately under load. The noise development is on the usual class level."
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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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