When deciding between the ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 and the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo, consider that the ASUS is typically better for high-end gaming and demanding tasks due to its powerful graphics performance, but it comes with a higher price and may be heavier, affecting its portability. The MSI, on the other hand, offers a balance of performance and portability at a lower price, making it suitable for general use and business tasks, and it usually has a sleeker design for easy travel, but it may not handle intense gaming or engineering programs as effectively as the ASUS. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16
Very good for gaming and AI
Excellent overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Best in class speakers
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo
Very good for general use
Very good portability
Good battery life
Good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.5/10
6.8/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 is very good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 boasts a high-end GPU and a screen with a high refresh rate, making it well-suited for gaming and 3D applications where smooth visuals and fast graphics processing are crucial. On the other hand, the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo has a less powerful GPU and a lower refresh rate screen, which means it can handle games and 3D tasks but not as effectively, especially where rapid on-screen action is involved.
Engineering and Design
8.8/10
8.0/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 and MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo are both very good for engineering and design, though the ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 is somewhat better.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16, with its powerful CPU, high-capacity RAM, and advanced GPU, delivers robust performance and superior screen quality for demanding engineering tasks and design software. On the other hand, the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo, while still capable for engineering use and offering decent screen quality, focuses more on portability and a quieter operation, sacrificing some performance that might be needed for more intensive computational work.
Screen Quality
9.0/10
8.2/10
16.0in
SIZE
13.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
627.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 has a better screen than the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 and MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo have displays with high resolution and brightness, making texts sharp and images vivid for general use, which include browsing, watching videos, and document editing. Their color accuracy and wide color gamuts benefit engineering and design tasks, where precise colors are crucial for professionals working with visual media. However, their screens' lower refresh rates, compared to specialized gaming laptops, may result in less fluid visuals in fast-paced 3D games where high refresh rates are essential for smooth gameplay.
Battery
4.5 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 has 4.5 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
Good
Very Good
16.0in
SIZE
13.0in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo has very good portability, while the ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5/10
7.4/10
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 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
$2,059
$1,280
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 has a price of $2,059 and the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo costs $1,280.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo to be very good for general use, while the ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 is good.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16, with its powerful CPU and high RAM, excels in performance and screen quality for demanding applications but may compromise on portability and battery life due to its gaming-oriented design. On the other hand, the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo, while still delivering respectable CPU and RAM performance, offers better portability and longer battery life, making it more suitable for users needing a balance between performance and on-the-go convenience.
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 Zephyrus M16 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
7.7/10
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
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo and ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 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.
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How the ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 and the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo compare to other laptops
"The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 is not yet as optimised as its predecessor. Compared to the previous gen, performance and efficiency have improved significantly. What's more, the wonderful, Mini-LED Nebula display is a contender for the main highlight and almost manages to put the CPU and GPU in the shade. We already found its predecessor to be a well-rounded and well-optimised gaming machine. Generally, but not unequivocally, that also applies to the new Asus M16. Similar to most of the current, new laptops, we are dealing with a double generational leap in terms of the CPU and GPU. However, this change doesn't always run smoothly."
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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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