When deciding between the ASUS ROG Strix and the MSI Prestige, consider that the ASUS, being a gaming-oriented laptop, will offer higher performance, suitable for demanding tasks such as gaming, 3D rendering, or machine learning, at the expense of being heavier and having a shorter battery life, making it less portable. The MSI Prestige, on the other hand, is more affordable, lighter, with a longer battery life, which makes it ideal for general use and business purposes, and it's more convenient for carrying around, but it might not handle intensive tasks as well as the ASUS. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024)
Excellent for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good for software development
Very good overall display quality
Best in class speakers
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo
Very good portability
Key differences
General Use
8.7/10
8.0/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
422.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
5.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) and MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo are both very good for general use, though the ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is somewhat better.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18, with its high-performance CPU and ample RAM, excels in intensive tasks and gaming but is less portable and has a shorter battery life than the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo, which offers good screen quality and battery life for on-the-go use without sacrificing much performance for everyday tasks. The MSI, while smaller and lighter, making it easy to carry around, still maintains sufficient power for general use, balanced with better battery life and portability compared to the bulkier and more power-hungry ASUS.
Gaming and AI
8.7/10
6.8/10
8.9/10
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 G18 (2024) is very good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 is equipped with a high-end GPU and a screen with a fast refresh rate, making it well-suited for gaming and 3D applications that demand fluid graphics and quick image rendering. In comparison, the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo offers less powerful gaming performance due to a less capable GPU and a lower refresh rate screen but still maintains decent image quality and processing power for less demanding tasks.
Engineering and Design
9.2/10
7.8/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is excellent for engineering and design, while the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 offers a more powerful CPU, higher RAM capacity, and superior GPU performance, which are critical for demanding tasks in engineering and design, along with a higher quality screen for fine detail work. While the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo is more portable, with a better keyboard and quieter operation, it may not handle intensive applications as smoothly due to its less robust specifications in comparison.
Content Creation
8.8/10
8.0/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) and MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo are both very good for content creation, though the ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) 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
8.5/10
7.7/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is very good for software development, while the MSI Prestige 14 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.
Screen Quality
8.7/10
7.8/10
18.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
422.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 has a better screen than the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18, with its superior resolution and brightness, offers a vivid and sharp display that enhances the viewing experience for general tasks and detailed work in engineering and design, thanks to wide color gamuts ensuring accurate color reproduction. However, for gaming and 3D applications, its lower refresh rate results in less fluid motion, which is less optimal for fast-paced interactive content. In contrast, the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo provides adequate resolution and brightness for general and professional work, but like the ASUS, its refresh rate is lower, making it less suited for gaming and 3D where smoothness is critical.
Portability
Poor
Very Good
18.0in
SIZE
14.0in
6.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo has very good portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$2,203
$1,300
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) has a price of $2,203 and the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo costs $1,300.
"With the ROG Strix G18, Asus has made an almost consistently good debut in the still quite new 18-inch laptop segment. The base unit case shows a few signs of weakness in the area of stability and is something which has an effect on the perceived quality of the input devices (the chassis tends to rattle a bit). Nevertheless, thanks to generous port features (incl. Thunderbolt 4), a striking design, and extensive lighting (keyboard, LED strip on the front), gamers get a fitting gaming platform."
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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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