The ASUS TUF Gaming A16, being less expensive than the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo, offers a solid choice for gaming with good graphics performance. However, the MSI Prestige has a higher-resolution OLED screen which is superior for creative work, plus it is lighter and slimmer, enhancing its portability. If the budget allows and you need a laptop for professional tasks like 3D work, machine learning or video editing, you might prefer the MSI. On the other hand, if you are looking for a gaming-focused machine that's more affordable, the ASUS might be the better fit, albeit with a compromise on screen quality and portability. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming A16
Good for gaming and AI
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Very good speakers
Key differences
General Use
7.6/10
8.6/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
294.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
362.0 nits
12.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
12.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo is very good for general use, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is good.
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo excels in general use primarily due to its superior screen quality, featuring an OLED display with higher resolution and better color coverage, alongside more RAM for smoother multitasking and double the storage capacity of the ASUS TUF Gaming A16. While the ASUS offers good general performance, the MSI's lighter and thinner design and better portability make it more suitable for users who prioritize a premium screen and mobility, despite likely coming at a higher price.
Gaming and AI
7.4/10
6.7/10
7.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo is only fair.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is equipped with a high-refresh rate screen and a powerful AMD GPU, making it well-suited for smooth and responsive gaming and 3D applications. On the other hand, while the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo has a lush OLED screen with better color coverage and a higher resolution, its lower screen refresh rate and different GPU may not provide the same level of responsiveness in fast-paced games or 3D tasks.
Engineering and Design
7.7/10
8.4/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
7.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is good.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16, with its AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS processor and AMD RX 7600S GPU, offers solid performance for engineering and design tasks, although its screen resolution and color accuracy fall short of the more premium MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo, which boasts an Intel Core Ultra 7 155H CPU, Intel Arc GPU, and a high-resolution OLED display that excels in color representation and sharpness.
Content Creation
7.6/10
8.6/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo is very good for content creation, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is good.
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
7.3/10
8.5/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1200
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 A16 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
7.5/10
8.4/10
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
294.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
362.0 nits
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 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, a laptop like the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo, with a high-resolution display and bright screen, offers crisp and vivid images, making it superior to the ASUS TUF Gaming A16. Engineering and design professionals require precise color representation; therefore, the MSI with its excellent color accuracy and wide color gamuts performs better than the ASUS for these tasks. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the ASUS falls short due to its lower refresh rate, which is essential for smooth motion rendering, compared to what gaming-specialized laptops offer.
Portability
Good
Good
16.0in
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 A16 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
$838
$1,399
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has a price of $838 and the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo costs $1,399.
"The A16 makes an excellent case against more expensive laptops like the Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 and the MSI Katana GF76, especially if you’re into 1080p gaming. However, although its affordable, it doesn’t skimp on performance or a robust chassis. But for me, the biggest factor that sets it apart from these options is its incredible battery life. In my time reviewing laptops, I can’t remember when I last saw a gaming laptop lasted 11 and a half hours on a single charge, which makes the A16, in my book, truly outstanding."
"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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