The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition is tailored for gaming, with a high-performance AMD configuration and a robust build but is also heavier and has a standard display resolution. The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo, though, offers a balance between performance and portability with its Intel Core processor and lighter build, plus a higher resolution OLED screen for those who prioritize display quality for creative work or entertainment. If gaming is your main focus and you can handle the extra weight, the ASUS may appeal to you, while if you're seeking a blend of performance for professional tasks and prefer a lightweight, high-resolution display, the MSI is the better choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition
Good for gaming and AI
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo
Very good for general use
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Good portability
Very good battery life
Key differences
General Use
7.6/10
8.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
283.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
362.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
12.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
6.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo is very good for general use, while the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition offers solid general-use capabilities with a high-refresh-rate screen and ample power for multitasking, but its heavier weight and less premium build make it less portable and not as visually stunning as the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo, which has a superior OLED display, more RAM, and a higher battery capacity, enhancing both its screen quality and portability for a better overall general-use experience.
Gaming and AI
7.8/10
6.7/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
300Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition is good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition is favored by gamers for its high-quality GPU and screen refresh rate, ensuring smooth visuals in fast-paced games, while the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo balances strong gaming performance with a focus on creative tasks, offering a high-quality screen and capable CPU for tasks like video editing and graphic design.
Content Creation
7.7/10
8.6/10
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo is very good for content creation, while the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition 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
7.3/10
8.5/10
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo is very good for software development, while the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition 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
7.9/10
8.4/10
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
300Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
283.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
362.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition 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.
If a laptop's panel type offers accurate colors and high resolution with good brightness, it enhances the general use experience with sharper text and vivid visuals, which is where the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo shines. The Prestige's superior coverage of color gamuts, like DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB, makes it excellent for engineering and design tasks where color accuracy is crucial. On the other hand, both the ASUS ROG Strix G15 and the MSI Prestige 16 lack the high refresh rates desirable for smooth visuals in fast-paced 3D or gaming scenarios, hence they score poorly in that aspect.
Battery
9.0 Hours
12.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has 9 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.
Portability
Fair
Good
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
5.5 lbs
WEIGHT
3.3 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo has good portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,500
$1,349
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has a price of $1,500 and the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo costs $1,349.
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo and ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition are both very good for engineering and design.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition offers robust performance for engineering and design due to its strong CPU, ample RAM, and high-performance GPU, ideal for demanding software, although its bulkier build and lesser screen resolution may not be as suited for highly detailed visual work.
Build Quality
7.8/10
7.4/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition and MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition and the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo compare to other laptops
"The Asus ROG Strix G15, as the first in a line of "AMD Advantage"-branded notebooks, is a statement that yes, you can get a premium AMD gaming notebook. Maybe you can't have it all, but you can get pretty close. The ROG Strix G15's combination of the AMD Ryzen 5900HX and Radeon RX 6800M, as well as other technologies that take advantage of them, make a potent, thin gaming machine. Powerful Dolby Atmos speakers and long battery life when you aren't gaming are nice bonuses."
"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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