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Updated March 14, 2024·
If you prioritize a larger screen and don't mind a bit extra weight, the Acer Swift Edge might be the better option, especially if you're looking to save some money. However, if you prefer something more lightweight for travel and are willing to invest more, the MSI Prestige offers portability with a potentially higher build quality. The MSI may also have better performance for demanding tasks like 3D work or machine learning, but if your primary use is general activities like web browsing or office applications, the Acer will likely suffice. Keep in mind, a more powerful laptop usually means shorter battery life, so if you need your laptop to last longer on a single charge, the Acer could be more favorable. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Swift Edge 16
- The Acer Swift Edge 16 has no clear advantages over the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo.
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo
- Very good for general use
- Good speakers
- Good keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
8.8
8.2
16.0in
SIZE
13.0in
3200 x 2000
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
383.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
The Acer Swift Edge 16 has a better screen than the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo for general use, and engineering and design.
The Acer Swift Edge 16 delivers vibrant visuals and sharp details thanks to its high resolution and brightness, making it ideal for browsing, streaming, or productivity tasks. For engineering and design, its wide color gamuts provide excellent color accuracy essential for professional photo editing and graphic work. However, the lower refresh rate makes it less suitable for 3D applications and gaming, where smoother motion and quicker response times are crucial.
Battery
7.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Acer Swift Edge 16 has 7 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.
Cost
$820
$1,280
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Acer Swift Edge 16 has a price of $820 and the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo costs $1,280.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.9
8.0
3200 x 2000
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
383.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.5/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo to be very good for general use, while the Acer Swift Edge 16 is good.
The Acer Swift Edge 16 offers a balance of screen quality and portability with a larger display that is great for multitasking and media consumption, but this may come at the expense of battery life and ease of transport compared to the smaller, more battery-efficient MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo. The MSI Prestige 13, with its top-tier CPU and ample RAM, excels in smooth performance for general usage and is more travel-friendly, although the tradeoff is a smaller screen which may be less ideal for those prioritizing immersive visuals or extensive screen real estate.
Gaming and AI
6.7
6.8
4.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
3200 x 2000
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo and Acer Swift Edge 16 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Acer Swift Edge 16 is equipped with a more powerful GPU and a higher screen refresh rate, which are critical for smooth and visually intensive gaming and 3D applications, making it superior in handling these tasks. Although the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo has a competent CPU and good screen quality, its modest GPU and lower screen refresh rate mean it won't perform as well with gaming or 3D content as the Acer.
Engineering and Design
8.1
8.0
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
4.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Acer Swift Edge 16 and MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo are both very good for engineering and design.
The Acer Swift Edge 16 offers powerful CPU and GPU capabilities, ample RAM, and a high-quality screen that caters to the demands of engineering and design tasks, but it might be less portable due to its size. The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo, while still delivering strong CPU and sufficient RAM, emphasizes portability with a compact design, and it also features a high-quality keyboard, which is beneficial for extended typing sessions.
Content Creation
8.1
8.1
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
3200 x 2000
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Acer Swift Edge 16 and MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo are both very good for content creation.
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
7.9
7.9
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
3200 x 2000
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo and Acer Swift Edge 16 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.
Portability
Very Good
Very Good
16.0in
SIZE
13.0in
2.7 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
0.5in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Acer Swift Edge 16 and MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo both have very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.2
7.4
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo and Acer Swift Edge 16 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 Swift Edge 16 and the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Acer Swift Edge 16 | MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$820 | $1,280 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | February 1, 2024 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.7'' x 0.51'' | 11.8'' x 8.3'' x 0.67'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.73 lbs | 3.53 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.08" | 11.77" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.68" | 8.27" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7840U | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 54 Wh | 73 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 13" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | OLED | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3200 x 2000 | 2880 x 1800 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 120Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 383 nits | 415 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.9/10 | 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 | 8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | 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 | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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Matthew S. Smith | October 2023
"The Acer Swift Edge 16 is a solid super thin-and-light that pairs a large, gorgeous 16-inch display with portable design that rivals the weight of LG’s superlight Gram 16. Remarkably, Acer achieves this at a lower price point without sacrificing performance. Boring design and disappointing battery life hold the laptop back from stardom, but its rivals frequently suffer in these areas, too. That makes the Swift Edge 16 an alluring value pick."
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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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