Choose the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 if you prioritize a higher refresh rate screen and gaming-centric features such as a dedicated NVIDIA graphics card; this makes it more suitable for gaming and graphically demanding tasks. However, it is heavier and bulkier, making it less portable. On the other hand, the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo, with its OLED display and higher resolution, is a better choice for creative professionals who need color accuracy for photo and video editing. It also offers a lighter and slimmer design for better portability, but may not perform as well with gaming due to its different graphics capabilities. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming A15
Very 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 overall display quality
Very good speakers
Key differences
General Use
7.9/10
8.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
271.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
362.0 nits
11.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
12.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo is very good for general use, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 is good.
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo stands out for general use with its higher RAM for multitasking, superior OLED screen for excellent visual quality, and lighter build that increases portability, alongside a longer battery life for extended use without charging. The ASUS TUF Gaming A15, while sufficient for general tasks with its capable processor and good screen quality, is noticeably heavier and has a shorter battery life, which may limit its portability and usable time when away from a power source.
Gaming and AI
8.0/10
6.7/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 is very good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo is only fair.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Content Creation
8.0/10
8.6/10
9.1/10
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 TUF Gaming A15 are both very good for content creation, though the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo 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
7.6/10
8.5/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo is very good for software development, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 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
7.2/10
8.4/10
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
271.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
362.0 nits
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo has a better screen than the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, the MSI Prestige with its higher resolution and brightness offers clearer and more vivid visuals than the ASUS TUF Gaming A15, making it more suitable for activities like web browsing or watching videos. In engineering and design tasks where color accuracy is crucial, the MSI's wider color gamuts provide more precise and vibrant color reproduction. However, for 3D and gaming, both laptops fall short as their refresh rates aren't as high as specialized gaming laptops, which can hinder the smoothness of fast-paced visuals.
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
4.8 lbs
WEIGHT
3.3 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo and ASUS TUF Gaming A15 both have good portability, though the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$2,059
$1,349
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 has a price of $2,059 and the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo costs $1,349.
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo and ASUS TUF Gaming A15 are both very good for engineering and design.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 boasts a robust AMD Ryzen 7 CPU and Nvidia RTX GPU, making it suitable for CPU and GPU intensive engineering tasks, paired with a high refresh rate for smooth visual performance, although it compromises slightly on screen resolution and color accuracy. In contrast, the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo, with its Intel Core CPU and Intel Arc GPU, excels in detailed visuals and color work due to its higher resolution OLED screen and excellent color space coverage, and offers more RAM, but may not match the ASUS's raw graphical power.
Battery
11.0 Hours
12.0 Hours
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 has 11 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.
Build Quality
7.2/10
7.4/10
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo and ASUS TUF Gaming A15 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 TUF Gaming A15 and the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo compare to other laptops
"With the release of the TUF Gaming A15, Asos have concentrated on the essentials: gaming performance. Our base version, which can be had for around $1,169, already provided enough power to play current games smoothly in a native resolution of 1080p and with maximum details - thanks to its new Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050 Laptop. If you utilize upscaling, then you can even manage to run ray tracing."
"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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