When choosing a laptop, if your priority is gaming or running performance-heavy applications, the ASUS TUF Gaming F15 offers robust hardware suitable for these tasks; however, it is heavier and typically has a shorter battery life, making it less ideal for travel. The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo, on the other hand, is sleeker and more portable with better battery life, perfect for general use and business applications on the go, but it may not handle intensive tasks as well as the ASUS. The MSI may cost a bit more, but the extra investment provides increased mobility and usability in professional settings. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming F15
Very good for gaming and AI
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo
Very good for general use
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Very good portability
Good battery life
Good speakers
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.0/10
6.8/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 is very good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo is only fair.
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15, with its robust GPU and high screen refresh rate, excels in rendering graphics quickly, essential for smooth gameplay and 3D work, while the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo, despite its capable CPU and good screen quality, offers a less powerful GPU and lower refresh rate, making it less optimal for graphics-intensive tasks.
Software Development
7.3/10
7.9/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo and ASUS TUF Gaming F15 are both good for software development, though the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo is somewhat better.
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
6.9/10
8.2/10
15.6in
SIZE
13.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
257.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo has a better screen than the ASUS TUF Gaming F15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
If you prioritize a pleasant everyday viewing experience, the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo's higher resolution and brightness make it a superior choice for crisp text and vibrant images. For engineering and design tasks that demand color accuracy, the MSI excels with its broad color gamuts, ensuring that your designs are represented with precision. However, for immersive 3D gaming or content creation, neither laptop is ideal as they lack the high refresh rates that contribute to smooth motion, but the ASUS TUF Gaming F15 still falls short due to its inferior screen attributes compared to the MSI.
Battery
5.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 has 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
15.6in
SIZE
13.0in
4.8 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo has very good portability, while the ASUS TUF Gaming F15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,399
$1,280
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 has a price of $1,399 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 TUF Gaming F15 is good.
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15, with its robust CPU and RAM, excels at handling demanding tasks and multitasking, complemented by a high-quality screen, making it a solid choice for general use; however, its heft and shorter battery life may limit portability. On the other hand, the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo offers a balance with good performance, a high-quality screen, and long battery life in a more portable form, enhancing its suitability for users who prioritize mobility without significantly compromising on general use capabilities.
Engineering and Design
8.2/10
8.0/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 and MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo are both very good for engineering and design.
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 is equipped with a high-performance CPU, dedicated GPU, and substantial RAM, which suits the demands of computational tasks typical in engineering and design, along with a quality screen that facilitates detailed visual work. However, due to its gaming-oriented build, it might be heavier and noisier, whereas the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo, while still offering commendable performance, leans more towards portability and reduced operating noise, making it a more travel-friendly option that can also handle engineering tasks, albeit with possible compromises in graphics performance due to a less powerful GPU.
Content Creation
7.7/10
8.1/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo to be very good for content creation, while the ASUS TUF Gaming F15 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.
Build Quality
7.2/10
7.4/10
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo and ASUS TUF Gaming F15 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 F15 and the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo compare to other laptops
"Aside from all the chassis updates, the new TUF Gaming is most notable for its much higher TGP target of 140 W compared to only 95 W on the previous generation. PC makers everywhere are using the same GeForce GPUs this year since Nvidia has yet to launch the successor to the mobile RTX 3000 series. The more demanding processors of the new TUF Gaming has directly impacted battery life and the size of the AC adapter. Don't expect runtimes to be longer than on the previous generation under most conditions and be prepared to carry around an even larger AC adapter than before."
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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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