When choosing between the Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019) and the MSI Prestige 15, consider that the MacBook Pro offers higher screen resolution, a larger screen size, and superior graphics that are great for creative professionals and power users who need top-tier visual performance for tasks like video editing or graphic design. The MacBook Pro also typically delivers longer battery life and runs macOS, preferred by those accustomed to the Apple ecosystem. On the other hand, the MSI Prestige 15 is lighter and thus more portable, offers additional features like a touch screen, and runs Windows 11 Home, which may be necessary for certain applications or preferred by users more familiar with the Windows environment. If cost is a deciding factor, and you need a machine for routine tasks without demanding graphics requirements, the MacBook Pro's often lower price could be appealing. However, if you require a more portable laptop with touch capability and Windows-specific applications, the MSI Prestige 15, despite typically being somewhat more expensive, would be the better choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019)
Very good for content creation
Good overall display quality
Best in class overall build quality
Very good battery life
Best in class speakers
Best in class keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 15
The MSI Prestige 15 has no clear advantages over the Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019).
Key differences
Content Creation
8.0/10
7.5/10
4.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
3072 x 1920
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019) is very good for content creation, while the MSI Prestige 15 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
7.9/10
7.2/10
4.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
3072 x 1920
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
9.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019) and MSI Prestige 15 are both good for software development, though the Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019) 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
7.8/10
6.8/10
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3072 x 1920
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
477.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
298.0 nits
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 has a better screen than the MSI Prestige 15 for general use, AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019) boasts a high-resolution display with exceptional brightness and color accuracy, aligning with DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB standards, making it ideal for engineering and design work where precise hues are crucial, yet its standard refresh rate makes it less suitable for 3D applications where smoother visuals are key. The MSI Prestige 15 offers a quality display with adequate brightness and resolution for everyday tasks and professional design work, but its color range is less extensive compared to the MacBook, and like the MacBook, it falls short for gaming and 3D due to a standard refresh rate. Both laptops excel in providing clear, vibrant images for general use and detail-oriented work but aren't optimal for fast-paced, high-frame-rate 3D visuals that gamers and 3D professionals seek.
Battery
12.0 Hours
7.5 Hours
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 has 12 hours of battery life. The MSI Prestige 15 has 7.5 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
10.0/10
7.4/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019) has best in class build quality, while the MSI Prestige 15 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$540
$1,044
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019) has a price of $540 and the MSI Prestige 15 costs $1,044.
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019) and MSI Prestige 15 are both good for general use.
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019) offers a powerful CPU, ample RAM, high screen quality with superior color accuracy and brightness, and a substantial battery life, but it is heavier and not as portable as some alternatives; its premium attributes such as top-rated keyboard and speaker quality make it well-suited for general use despite being less portable.
Gaming and AI
6.4/10
6.3/10
4.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
3072 x 1920
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019) and MSI Prestige 15 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 with its AMD Radeon Pro 5300M graphics card is suitable for some 3D tasks but is not ideal for gaming due to limited game compatibility with macOS and a standard screen refresh rate. The MSI Prestige 15, equipped with the Nvidia GTX 1650 Max-Q GPU, offers fair gaming performance and supports 3D applications within its capabilities, also limited by a standard refresh rate but runs on Windows, which supports a wider range of games.
Engineering and Design
7.5/10
7.2/10
4.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
4.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019) and MSI Prestige 15 are both good for engineering and design.
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019) with its Intel i7 processor, AMD Radeon Pro GPU, and high screen quality excels in performance and visuals which are crucial for engineering and design work, but it has less portability compared to the MSI Prestige 15, which, despite having a less powerful Intel i5 processor and Nvidia GTX 1650 Max-Q GPU, offers a solid balance of good performance, portability, and adequate screen quality for mobile engineering and design tasks. While the MacBook Pro has a superior keyboard, speaker, and screen color accuracy which may be preferable for long work sessions and detailed design work, the MSI Prestige 15's improved portability and quiet operation make it a compelling choice for professionals needing to work on the go.
Portability
Good
Good
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
4.3 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The MSI Prestige 15 and Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019) both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019) and the MSI Prestige 15 compare to other laptops
"The Apple MacBook Pro 16 2023: M2 Max challenges GeForce RTX 3080 Ti. The new MacBook Pro 16 2023 with the M2 Max SoC is the most powerful laptop Apple has on sale right now. While we do not get the expected performance and efficiency improvements from completely new 3 nm chips, which we expected ahead of the launch, the 2023 model is still a solid update. The CPU of the M2 Max can be up to 20 % faster than the old model and we also see an advantage of 25-30 % for the GPU with 38 cores. However, both components also consume more power, so the efficiency did not change that much under maximum load."
"The MSI Prestige 15 offers a dazzling 4K image quality, and solid performance. The MSI Prestige 15 appears to consistently implement the guiding principle of throttling the solid and efficient hardware to such an extent that content creation succeeds perfectly. Performance-hungry tasks, on the other hand, are slowed down a little by the reduced power consumption. Conversely, this means that the case remains relatively cool and the dual fan subdued. The battery life also benefits somewhat. So the losses aren't really dramatic because full performance is still available for short bursts."
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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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