If you need a laptop with high performance for tasks like video editing, 3D rendering, or other intensive engineering tasks, and budget is not your primary concern, the Apple MacBook Pro 16 might be a great choice. These laptops are known for their powerful processors, excellent displays, and build quality, but they tend to be more expensive and have less portability due to their size and weight. On the other hand, if you are looking for a machine that is easier to carry around, more affordable, but still capable of handling general use and some creative tasks like photo editing or machine learning, the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo can be a good fit. It might not have the same level of performance or display quality as the MacBook Pro, but it offers good value for money, especially if you prefer using Windows or require certain ports and connectivity options that may not be available on the MacBook Pro. The battery life can also be a deciding factor – typically, MacBook Pros have long-lasting batteries, so if being able to work for extended periods without charging is crucial, that's another point for the MacBook. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023)
Good for gaming and AI
Excellent overall display quality
Best in class overall build quality
Best in class battery life
Best in class speakers
Best in class keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo has no clear advantages over the Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023).
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.5/10
6.7/10
6.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
3456 x 2234
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
120Hz
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 2023) is good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo is only fair.
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023), with its high-refresh-rate screen and capable GPU, is geared towards smooth visuals in 3D rendering, but MacOS limits its gaming compatibility with many popular titles. On the other hand, the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo, although with a lower screen refresh rate, has a GPU suitable for gaming and its Windows operating system supports a wider range of game titles, making it versatile for both gaming and 3D work.
Screen Quality
9.3/10
8.4/10
16.2in
SIZE
16.0in
3456 x 2234
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
487.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
362.0 nits
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 has a better screen than the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo for general use, AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Apple MacBook Pro 16's exceptional resolution and panel type, combined with its high brightness, make its screen stand out for general tasks and detailed engineering or design work, where the precise colors covered by wide color gamuts are crucial. The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo, with similar screen attributes, offers very good quality for general use and excels in engineering and design due to its strong color accuracy and gamut coverage. However, both laptops fall short for 3D applications as they lack the high refresh rates required for smooth rendering and animation, which is a key factor for this type of work.
Battery
17.5 Hours
12.0 Hours
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 has 17.5 hours of battery life. The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo has 12 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 2023) has best in class build quality, while the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$2,499
$1,349
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023) has a price of $2,499 and the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo costs $1,349.
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023) and MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo are both very good for general use.
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023) with its high-quality Mini LED screen, long battery life, and efficient Apple M3 Pro CPU is great for general use, providing excellent portability despite its larger screen. The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo stands out with its vibrant OLED screen, ample storage, and powerful RAM, making it a strong contender for those who need more memory and prefer a Windows-based machine with a similarly premium user experience.
Engineering and Design
8.9/10
8.4/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
6.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
18.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023) and MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo are both very good for engineering and design.
The Apple MacBook Pro 16, with its high-performance Apple M3 Pro CPU, extensive GPU cores, and a Mini LED screen with exceptional brightness and color coverage, is designed for demanding engineering and design tasks; the powerful and sleek machine offers macOS alongside a slightly higher weight. Conversely, the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo boasts a robust Intel Core processor and an expansive OLED display with ample storage and more RAM, catering well to engineering needs on Windows 11 Home, while being lighter and more portable.
Content Creation
8.9/10
8.6/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
3456 x 2234
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
18.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023) and MSI Prestige 16 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
8.9/10
8.5/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
18.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
3456 x 2234
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
9.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023) and MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo are both very 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
Good
Good
16.2in
SIZE
16.0in
4.7 lbs
WEIGHT
3.3 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo and Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023) both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023) and the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo 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 16 AI Evo is meant to be a business-focused laptop, but it ends up being the MacBook challenger PC laptop enthusiasts have longed for. Not only can it meet and, in many cases, surpass the M2-powered MacBooks, but it is also surpassing the baseline M3 MacBooks, which is a giant leap forward for Intel-powered laptops. This isn’t hyperbole; this is what the numbers show."
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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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