To help you decide between the ASUS ROG Flow X16 and MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo, consider the following: if performance in demanding gaming or engineering applications is crucial, the ASUS ROG Flow X16 may have an edge but may also have reduced portability due to its gaming-oriented design. The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo, while slightly more expensive, may offer a balance of performance suitable for professional creative tasks with better portability and aesthetic design. Weigh both options against your primary uses: if gaming or heavy workloads are frequent, lean towards the ASUS; if mobility and professional use are priorities, consider the MSI despite the higher cost. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Flow X16
Good for gaming and AI
Very good overall build quality
Best in class speakers
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo
Very good for software development
Very good battery life
Key differences
General Use
8.0/10
8.6/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
502.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
362.0 nits
5.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
12.0 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo and ASUS ROG Flow X16 are both very good for general use, though the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo is somewhat better.
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo outshines the ASUS ROG Flow X16 for general use mainly because it has double the RAM, which is crucial for multitasking and smoother performance. Moreover, the MSI has better battery life and a higher-resolution OLED screen which offers sharper and more vibrant visuals compared to the ASUS's IPS screen, making it better suited for prolonged use and media consumption, despite being slightly less portable due to its larger size and weight.
Gaming and AI
7.6/10
6.7/10
7.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 is good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 is equipped with an Nvidia RTX 3060 GPU and a high refresh rate screen, making it excellent for gaming and 3D tasks. In contrast, the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo has an Intel Arc GPU and a lower refresh rate screen but offers a higher screen resolution, which can be beneficial for screen quality in other use cases outside of gaming.
Content Creation
8.0/10
8.6/10
8.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo and ASUS ROG Flow X16 are both very good for content creation, though the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo is somewhat better.
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
7.7/10
8.5/10
8.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo is very good for software development, while the ASUS ROG Flow X16 is good.
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
8.5/10
8.4/10
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
502.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
362.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 has a better screen than the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo for gaming and AI, while the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo has a better screen for general use, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The ASUS ROG Flow X16's lower refresh rate affects its performance in fast-paced gaming environments where smoother motion portrayal is crucial; however, its resolution and panel type deliver sharp, vibrant images for general use and clear details for engineering tasks. Meanwhile, the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo stands out for its superior color accuracy and range, which is critical for professionals in engineering and design who require precise color representation. Unfortunately, like the ASUS, it also lacks a high refresh rate, making it less ideal for 3D applications and gaming where fluidity in motion is key.
Battery
5.5 Hours
12.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 has 5.5 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
8.5/10
7.4/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 has very good 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.
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo and ASUS ROG Flow X16 are both very good for engineering and design.
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 is favored for engineering and design due to its AMD Ryzen 9 processor coupled with an Nvidia RTX 3060 GPU, also offering a fast refresh rate IPS screen that captures full sRGB and almost full Adobe RGB color spaces, suiting professional design work. While the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo stands out with its Intel Core Ultra processor and Intel Arc GPU, boasting an OLED screen with higher resolution and excellent color coverage, providing crisp visuals and accurate colors essential for detailed engineering and design tasks.
Portability
Good
Good
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.3 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo and ASUS ROG Flow X16 both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,300
$1,349
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
$2,000
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 has a price of $1,300 and the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo costs $1,349.
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How the ASUS ROG Flow X16 and the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo compare to other laptops
"Above all else, the Asus ROG Flow X16 is one thing - versatile! It is a thin, mobile work device, it's a 2-in-1, tablet, a powerful workstation and even a gaming PC. But something even more surprising: It does all of these things really well without making any big blunders. It's anything but a lazy compromise. Because, despite its compact dimensions and 2-in-1 functionality, the hardware isn't throttled and boasts, at least in turbo mode, above-average performance."
"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 ASUS
ASUS, a Taiwanese electronics brand, is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. The majority of their laptops are targeted towards personal use or gaming. Their most popular product lines include the budget-friendly VivoBook, more premium ZenBook, and their TUF and ROG gaming laptops, the latter of which has a reputation for excellent gaming performance.
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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