If you're looking for top-notch gaming or heavy graphics work, the ASUS ROG Strix G17, with its larger screen and more robust graphics capabilities, will serve you well, but it's heavier, which makes it less ideal for travel. On the other hand, the MSI Prestige 14 offers great performance in a more compact and lightweight design, making it better for general productivity and mobility. Keep in mind the smaller screen may not be as suited for immersive visual tasks. Consider your needs: is portability or graphics performance more important for your daily use? Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G17
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good overall display quality
Best in class speakers
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo
Very good for general use
Very good portability
Good battery life
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.4/10
6.8/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
240Hz
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 Strix G17 is very good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 offers a superior GPU and a high screen refresh rate, which are critical for smooth gaming and 3D rendering, while the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo, despite having a decent CPU and screen quality, falls short in the GPU department and offers a lower screen refresh rate, thus providing a less optimal experience for these specific tasks.
Engineering and Design
8.8/10
7.8/10
9.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 is very good for engineering and design, while the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17, with its high-performing CPU, substantial RAM, and advanced GPU, provides fluid experiences in demanding engineering applications and offers a high-quality screen for precise designs. In contrast, the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo also delivers competent performance for engineering tasks but with enhanced portability and quieter operation, which may appeal to users who prioritize mobility and a less noisy work environment.
Screen Quality
8.4/10
7.8/10
17.3in
SIZE
14.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
320.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 has a better screen than the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and content creation.
For general use, screen quality hinges on clarity, sharpness, and visibility; the ASUS ROG Strix G17 provides an exceptionally crisp and bright display, supporting fine detail and comfortable viewing, whereas the MSI Prestige 14 offers good visibility and detail though with slightly less vibrancy. When tackling engineering and design tasks, accurate color representation is crucial; the ASUS's wider color gamut ensures precise colors that are essential for professional work, while the MSI still delivers respectable color accuracy, making it a solid choice for less demanding design tasks. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the high refresh rate is key for smooth motion, and the ASUS falls short here, offering a slower refresh rate leading to less fluid visuals, while the MSI's lower refresh rate further impacts its suitability for fast-paced, visually demanding games and 3D rendering.
Battery
3.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 has 3 hours of battery life. The MSI Prestige 14 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
Poor
Very Good
17.3in
SIZE
14.0in
6.1 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
1.2in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo has very good portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G17 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo to be very good for general use, while the ASUS ROG Strix G17 is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17, with its robust CPU and RAM, excels in performance for demanding tasks but is less portable and has a shorter battery life, making it less ideal for on-the-go users. In contrast, the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo offers a balance with good screen quality, longer battery life, and lightweight design for better portability, though it may not handle intensive applications as smoothly as the ASUS.
Content Creation
8.3/10
8.0/10
9.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 and MSI Prestige 14 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
7.7/10
7.7/10
9.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo and ASUS ROG Strix G17 are both 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.
Build Quality
7.8/10
7.4/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 and MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,391
$1,300
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 has a price of $1,391 and the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo costs $1,300.
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How the ASUS ROG Strix G17 and the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo compare to other laptops
"The Asus ROG Strix G17 is an attractive but unbalanced gaming laptop. Its potent AMD Ryzen 9 processor excels in 1080p gaming, but playing at 1440p leaves the middling GeForce RTX 4060 GPU shouldering most of the burden. The display is exceptionally colorful, which is handy for content creators, but since this is a gaming laptop it would be better served with improved HDR capabilities. If battery life isn't a priority, the Strix G17 could serve as a designer by day and a gamer by night."
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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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