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Updated January 12, 2024·
If you need top-notch performance for tasks like gaming or intensive engineering software, the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 is a robust option with a high refresh rate display and powerful graphics. However, it's larger, heavier, and its battery life may not be as long-lived, making it less portable. Conversely, the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo, while more budget-friendly and offering a higher resolution OLED screen which is great for general use and professional creative work, has less powerful graphics suitable for less demanding applications and may not handle advanced gaming or 3D rendering as well. Choose the ASUS for high-performance needs or the MSI for portability and daily productivity tasks with a sharper display. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Very good overall build quality
- Excellent keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo
- Very good for general use
- Very good for software development
- Good portability
- Very good battery life
Key differences
General Use
7.9
8.6
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
292.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
362.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
12.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
5.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo is very good for general use, while the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 is praised for its strong CPU and high RAM capacity which make it excellent for general use, enhanced by a high refresh rate screen, though it is less portable and has shorter battery life making it less ideal for on-the-go use. In contrast, the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo offers a premium OLED screen with higher resolution and longer battery life, combined with a lightweight build, making it more portable and suitable for general use with high-quality visuals, but it lacks a dedicated gaming-grade GPU which may limit performance in graphically intensive tasks.
Gaming and AI
8.4
6.7
8.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
360Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 is very good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17, with its high-end GPU and fast screen refresh rate, excels in delivering smooth and visually impressive gaming and 3D experiences. The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo, while also equipped with a capable GPU and a decent screen refresh rate, prioritizes a balance between performance and portability, with a slightly less powerful CPU and screen quality compared to the ASUS, making it versatile but not as specialized for high-intensity visuals.
Software Development
7.5
8.5
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo is very good for software development, while the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 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
8.1
8.4
17.3in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
360Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
292.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
362.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 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.
For general use, the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo's panel type, high resolution, and brightness deliver a crisp and vibrant visual experience, while the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17's screen falls short in those aspects. The Prestige's wider color gamuts make it an excellent fit for engineering and design tasks, offering more accurate color representation than the ASUS. However, for gaming and 3D applications where refresh rate is key, both laptops do not meet expectations as they prioritize screen resolution and quality over fast refresh rates.
Battery
7.0 Hours
12.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 has 7 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
Poor
Good
17.3in
SIZE
16.0in
6.3 lbs
WEIGHT
3.3 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo has good portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5
7.4
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 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.
Cost
$2,499
$1,349
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 has a price of $2,499 and the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo costs $1,349.
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Key similarities
Engineering and Design
8.6
8.4
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
8.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 and MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo are both very good for engineering and design.
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 is favored for engineering and design due to its high-performance CPU, generous RAM, and powerful GPU, which together ensure smooth operation for demanding software, and its high refresh rate screen enhances fluidity in visual tasks. In contrast, the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo, while offering a striking OLED screen with superior color accuracy and resolution, also has a high-end CPU and even more RAM, making it exceptionally well-suited for detailed design work where screen quality is paramount, though its GPU is less suited for graphics-intensive tasks than the ASUS.
Content Creation
8.2
8.6
9.2/10
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 and ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 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.
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How the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 and the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 | MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$2,499 | $1,349 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2023 | December 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.6'' x 11.1'' x 1.02'' | 14.1'' x 10'' x 0.75'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 6.39 lbs | 3.31 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.55" | 14.11" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 11.1" | 10.02" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i9-12900H | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7 Hours | 12 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 99.9 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 17.3" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | OLED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 3840 x 2400 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 360Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 292 nits | 362 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 5.9/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.8/10 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8.8/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | No Webcam | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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"Asus ROG Strix Scar 17 laptop review: liquid metal 7 nm AMD Zen 3 is stunning. The raw performance increase is absolutely bonkers if you're upgrading from a laptop on Coffee Lake-H or older. The 45 W Ryzen 9 5900HX is neck-to-neck with the thicker, heavier, and hotter Schenker Ultra 17 running on a desktop-class Core i9-11900K despite their wide TDP differences. The performance-per-watt advantages can make Intel Rocket Lake feel like a last generation platform at times. As for the chassis itself, it's a huge light show with RGB LEDs on almost all sides of the system."
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"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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