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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 offers higher performance for 3D rendering, machine learning, and engineering tasks due to its superior graphics card and processor, which is ideal for gaming and intensive applications. However, it's heavier and has a shorter battery life, which could affect portability. On the other hand, the MSI Prestige 15, while less suited for gaming and heavy tasks, is lighter, has a longer battery life, and offers a high-quality screen with better colors and display performance. It's better suited for general use, business applications, and tasks that benefit from accurate color reproduction. Both have similar storage and RAM, but the ASUS leans towards high performance and the MSI towards mobility and display quality. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming F15
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for gaming and AI
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 15
- Good battery life
- Very good speakers
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.0
6.3
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
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 F15 is very good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Prestige 15 is only fair.
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 is equipped with a more powerful GPU and a higher refresh rate screen which are crucial for smooth gaming and 3D-rendering experiences, whereas the MSI Prestige 15, while still capable, offers a less robust GPU and a standard refresh rate screen, making it suitable for lighter gaming and creative work but not as optimized for high-end gaming or intensive 3D tasks. The MSI does offer good CPU performance and screen quality, but for demanding visual tasks, the ASUS has a significant edge.
Engineering and Design
8.2
7.2
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 is very good for engineering and design, while the MSI Prestige 15 is good.
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 features a superior CPU and GPU (Intel i7-12700H and Nvidia RTX 4070) which are essential for demanding engineering and design software, while the MSI Prestige 15 comes with a less powerful CPU and GPU (Intel i5-1240P and Nvidia GTX 1650 Max-Q), but it boasts a higher screen quality with better color coverage. Despite that, the ASUS TUF F15's greater overall performance for complex tasks makes it a preferable choice for heavy engineering work, albeit being less portable and potentially louder due to more robust hardware.
Screen Quality
6.9
6.8
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
257.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
298.0 nits
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 has a better screen than the MSI Prestige 15 for gaming and AI, and content creation, while the MSI Prestige 15 has a better screen for engineering and design.
For general use, the ASUS TUF Gaming F15's screen offers a balance of resolution and brightness, making it suitable for everyday tasks like browsing and video streaming. The MSI Prestige 15's display, with its high resolution and better color coverage, excels in tasks requiring color accuracy, which is crucial for engineering and design work. However, for gaming and 3D applications where smooth motion is key, both laptops fall short due to lower refresh rates compared to specialized gaming laptops.
Battery
5.0 Hours
7.5 Hours
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 has 5 hours of battery life. The MSI Prestige 15 has 7.5 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
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
4.8 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The MSI Prestige 15 and ASUS TUF Gaming F15 both have good portability, though the MSI Prestige 15 has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,399
$1,044
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 has a price of $1,399 and the MSI Prestige 15 costs $1,044.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.6
7.5
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
257.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
298.0 nits
5.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.5 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.7/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 and MSI Prestige 15 are both good for general use.
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15, with a more powerful CPU and high-end GPU, delivers better performance for demanding tasks, but it's heavier and has a shorter battery life than the MSI Prestige 15, which offers greater portability and longer battery life, making it more suitable for on-the-go use despite its less powerful GPU.
Content Creation
7.7
7.5
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 and MSI Prestige 15 are both 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
7.3
7.2
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 and MSI Prestige 15 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.
Build Quality
7.2
7.4
The MSI Prestige 15 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 15 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS TUF Gaming F15 | MSI Prestige 15 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,399 | $1,044 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | January 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13.9'' x 9.9'' x 0.93'' | 14.1'' x 9.2'' x 0.74'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.85 lbs | 3.73 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.94" | 14.05" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.88" | 9.2" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12700H | Intel i5-1240P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 5 Hours | 7.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 82 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 257 nits | 298 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.1/10 | 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 | 7/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
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 TUF Gaming F15
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Allen Ngo | March 2022
"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."
MSI Prestige 15
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Mario Petzold | December 2022
"The MSI Prestige 15 offers a dazzling 4K image quality, and solid performance. The MSI Prestige 15 appears to consistently implement the guiding principle of throttling the solid and efficient hardware to such an extent that content creation succeeds perfectly. Performance-hungry tasks, on the other hand, are slowed down a little by the reduced power consumption. Conversely, this means that the case remains relatively cool and the dual fan subdued. The battery life also benefits somewhat. So the losses aren't really dramatic because full performance is still available for short bursts."
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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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