When choosing between the Apple MacBook Pro 16 and the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo, consider that the MacBook Pro offers a larger screen and is typically known for robust performance in creative tasks like video editing and design, making it a good match for users needing a powerful workstation for such purposes. However, it's heavier, which impacts portability. On the other hand, the MSI Prestige is compact, lighter, and designed with portability in mind, making it suitable for users who often work on the go. It is usually pricier, but its high cost comes with features aimed at professionals who prioritize a mobile workflow. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019)
Best in class overall build quality
Very good battery life
Best in class speakers
Best in class keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Very good overall display quality
Very good portability
Key differences
Screen Quality
7.8/10
8.2/10
16.0in
SIZE
13.0in
3072 x 1920
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
477.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo has a better screen than the Apple MacBook Pro 16 for gaming and AI.
The Apple MacBook Pro 16's screen offers high resolution and brightness levels coupled with a panel type that renders crisp and vibrant images, enhancing the user experience for general activities, and its wide color gamut supports professional engineering and design work by providing accurate color reproduction. The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo also has a high-resolution, bright display with a quality panel type that benefits general use and design tasks thanks to its good color coverage. However, both laptops fall short for 3D work and gaming because they lack high refresh rates, which are crucial for smooth motion rendering and a responsive visual experience in these scenarios.
Battery
12.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 has 12 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.
Portability
Good
Very Good
16.0in
SIZE
13.0in
4.3 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo has very good portability, while the Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019) has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
10.0/10
7.4/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019) has best in class build quality, while the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$540
$1,280
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019) has a price of $540 and the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo costs $1,280.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo to be very good for general use, while the Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019) is good.
The Apple MacBook Pro 16, with its larger screen and powerful CPU, is ideal for those who prioritize screen real estate and performance for demanding applications, though it compromises on portability and may not have battery life as long as more efficient models. In contrast, the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo, being more compact and lightweight with a focus on portability and battery efficiency, still offers excellent performance for general use without the bulk of larger laptops, though it might not match the screen quality and speaker performance of the MacBook Pro.
Gaming and AI
6.4/10
6.8/10
4.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
3072 x 1920
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo and Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019) are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Apple MacBook Pro 16, with its dedicated GPU, is capable of handling 3D tasks, yet the screen's standard refresh rate and the limitation of many popular games not running on macOS reduce its gaming potential. Meanwhile, the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo, while also sporting a capable GPU for 3D work, offers better performance for gaming due to wider game availability on Windows and a CPU that keeps up with gaming demands, despite both laptops having screens that don't emphasize high refresh rates.
Engineering and Design
7.5/10
8.0/10
4.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
4.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo to be very good for engineering and design, while the Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019) is good.
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 offers a powerful CPU, ample RAM, and a dedicated GPU, making it suitable for demanding engineering tasks and design work, complemented by a high-quality screen for precise visuals; however, it may be less portable due to its size. On the other hand, the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo, while offering solid CPU performance and good RAM, focuses more on portability and also has a quality screen but typically integrates less powerful GPUs, making it better suited for less graphically intensive engineering tasks.
Content Creation
8.0/10
8.1/10
4.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
3072 x 1920
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo and Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019) 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
7.9/10
7.9/10
4.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
3072 x 1920
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
9.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019) and MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo 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.
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How the Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019) and the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo compare to other laptops
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About Apple
Apple, an American technology company, is one of the world’s largest company in terms of market capitalization. Their MacBook laptops feature a slim, minimalistic design, class-leading battery life, and premium display and speaker quality. In 2020 Apple switched from using Intel processors to their own silicon chips which have excellent performance and efficiency. The macOS operating system is the second most widely used OS, after Windows.
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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