If you prioritize lower costs and require a larger screen for activities like watching movies and multitasking, the Asus Vivobook 16X may suit your needs, though it may be heavier and less portable. On the other hand, the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo could offer better performance, particularly for demanding tasks such as 3D modeling or machine learning, and its compact size makes it ideal for traveling or for students who carry their laptops around often, but this comes at a higher price and might have a smaller display which is less ideal for some types of work. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 16X
Good for gaming and AI
Best in class speakers
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
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.7/10
6.8/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS Vivobook 16X is good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook 16X, with a stronger GPU and higher screen refresh rate, excels in gaming and 3D applications, providing smoother visuals and more responsive gameplay. Meanwhile, the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo, while offering decent CPU performance and screen quality, may not handle these tasks as well due to its less powerful GPU and lower refresh rate.
Software Development
7.4/10
7.9/10
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo and ASUS Vivobook 16X 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
7.3/10
8.2/10
16.0in
SIZE
13.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
300.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook 16X for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The ASUS Vivobook 16X, with its satisfactory resolution and brightness, meets the needs of general users and designers who prioritize clear visuals and color fidelity, you'll find it adequate for most tasks and creative work. However, the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo stands out with higher resolution and brightness, alongside a wider color gamut, making it a superior choice for professionals in engineering and design who require precise color representation. Yet, neither is tailored for gaming or 3D applications due to their limited refresh rates, which may lead to less smooth visuals in fast-paced scenarios.
Battery
5.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook 16X 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
16.0in
SIZE
13.0in
4.2 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo has very good portability, while the ASUS Vivobook 16X has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,200
$1,280
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
$2,000
The ASUS Vivobook 16X has a price of $1,200 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 Vivobook 16X is good.
The ASUS Vivobook 16X offers ample screen space and performance suitable for everyday tasks, but it's less portable and has shorter battery life than the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo, which boasts a more powerful CPU and RAM configuration, leading to better performance, longer battery life, and increased portability at the expense of a smaller screen. Both laptops have quality keyboards and storage options, but the Prestige 13 AI Evo edges out with a better balance of portability and power for general use.
Engineering and Design
8.2/10
8.0/10
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS Vivobook 16X and MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo are both very good for engineering and design.
The ASUS Vivobook 16X, with its robust CPU, higher RAM capacity, and dedicated GPU, excels in demanding engineering tasks and offers a superior screen for detailed design work, at the expense of being less portable and potentially noisier under load. In comparison, the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo, while still capable for engineering with a competent CPU and GPU, prioritizes portability and a quieter experience, with a compromise on screen size and possibly less optimal keyboard and speaker quality.
Content Creation
7.7/10
8.1/10
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
1920 x 1200
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 Vivobook 16X 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
7.0/10
7.4/10
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo and ASUS Vivobook 16X 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 Vivobook 16X and the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo compare to other laptops
"I think the ASUS Vivobook 16X is fantastic. Great performance, decent battery life, good keyboard and trackpad, and a massive screen – just that the screen quality itself is kinda subpar. If you’re okay with the screen, then I think this is an okay laptop. However, I’d like to see a price drop."
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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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