If you need a laptop primarily for gaming or graphics-intensive tasks, the Asus ROG Flow Z13 will serve you well, offering high performance at a higher cost and might be less lightweight compared to other options. On the other hand, if your priorities are business applications, portability, and battery life for everyday tasks, the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo could be a better fit, often coming in at a more affordable price. Keep in mind that the higher performance of the Asus could mean a tradeoff with battery life compared to the MSI. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Flow Z13
Good for gaming and AI
Very good for software development
Very good overall build quality
Excellent portability
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo has no clear advantages over the ASUS ROG Flow Z13.
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.5/10
6.8/10
6.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 is good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 offers a more powerful GPU and a higher screen refresh rate, which are critical for smooth, detailed gaming and 3D rendering, whereas the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo, while competent, has a less powerful GPU and lower screen refresh rate, making it less suited for those demanding tasks but still capable for more casual gaming and average 3D work. The MSI may have a strong CPU and good screen quality, but these factors are secondary to the GPU and refresh rate when it comes to gaming performance and 3D capabilities.
Screen Quality
8.4/10
8.2/10
13.4in
SIZE
13.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
511.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 has a better screen than the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo for gaming and AI, and software development.
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 and MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo have displays with high resolution and brightness, making them well-suited for tasks like web browsing and video streaming as these features provide a clear and vibrant visual experience. For engineering and design, both laptops offer displays with wide color gamuts, ensuring that professionals in these fields can see accurate colors for precise work. However, their lower refresh rates detract from the gaming and 3D modeling experience, where fluid motion and quick screen updates are crucial for an immersive experience.
Battery
6.5 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 has 6.5 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
Excellent
Very Good
13.4in
SIZE
13.0in
2.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
0.5in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 has excellent portability, while the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5/10
7.4/10
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 has very good 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
$1,575
$1,280
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 has a price of $1,575 and the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo costs $1,280.
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 and MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo are both very good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 offers a high-performance CPU and ample RAM, which, along with its quality screen, make it excel in general use scenarios, while its portability and battery life ensure usage on the go. Conversely, the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo, with similar CPU and RAM specs, guarantees smooth operation, and its emphasis on portability with extended battery life makes it equally adept for everyday tasks, while also offering a comfortable keyboard, quieter operation, and efficient heat management, albeit with a potential compromise on speaker quality.
Engineering and Design
8.4/10
8.0/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
6.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 and MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo are both very good for engineering and design.
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 offers a superior GPU and higher screen quality, which is crucial for design tasks and engineering software, along with ample RAM and a robust CPU that efficiently handle complex computations. While the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo is quite portable and has a good keyboard, its GPU is less powerful, making it less ideal for graphics-intensive tasks, though it still maintains strong performance in CPU and RAM for engineering work.
Content Creation
8.2/10
8.1/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 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
8.0/10
7.9/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS ROG Flow Z13 to be very good for software development, while the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo 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.
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How the ASUS ROG Flow Z13 and the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo compare to other laptops
"The Asus ROG Flow Z13 is a gaming tablet with powerful Alder Lake i9 CPU. The ROG Flow Z13 impresses with its good cooling. After our review, the impression is predominantly positive. Besides a very fast Alder Lake CPU and stable gaming performance, especially the cooling system is surprisingly effective and quiet. You can use the integrated speakers without any issues while gaming. The 1200p display in the 16:10 format also impresses with good color reproduction and high brightness. Since the battery runtimes aren't particularly long as it is, we wouldn't recommend the optional 4K panel."
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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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