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Updated March 14, 2024·

If you're looking for a laptop that offers high performance for demanding tasks like 3D modeling, machine learning, or gaming, the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is a solid choice but bear in mind that it might be heavier and bulkier, affecting its portability. On the other hand, the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo offers greater portability and is more suited for general use or business applications; however, it may not handle intensive engineering tasks as well as the ASUS. The trade-off between performance and portability is a key factor to consider based on your primary needs. Give Feedback

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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X
  • Very good for engineering and design
  • Good for gaming and AI
  • Very good for software development
  • Very good overall display quality
  • Best in class speakers
  • Very good keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo
  • Very good portability

Key differences

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Gaming and AI

7.5
Zenbook Pro 16X
Prestige 14 AI Evo
6.8
6.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo is only fair.

Engineering and Design

8.6
Zenbook Pro 16X
Prestige 14 AI Evo
7.8
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
6.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is very good for engineering and design, while the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo is good.

Content Creation

8.5
Zenbook Pro 16X
Prestige 14 AI Evo
8.0
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X and MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo are both very good for content creation, though the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is somewhat better.

Screen Quality

8.3
Zenbook Pro 16X
Prestige 14 AI Evo
7.8
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
354.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has a better screen than the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo for general use, engineering and design, software development, and content creation, while the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo has a better screen for gaming and AI.

Battery

7.0 Hours
Zenbook Pro 16X
Prestige 14 AI Evo
8.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has 7 hours of battery life. The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo has 8 hours of battery life.

Portability

Good
Zenbook Pro 16X
Prestige 14 AI Evo
Very Good
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
5.2 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo has very good portability, while the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has good portability.
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Key similarities

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General Use

8.3
Zenbook Pro 16X
Prestige 14 AI Evo
8.0
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
354.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.5/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X and MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo are both very good for general use.

Software Development

8.2
Zenbook Pro 16X
Prestige 14 AI Evo
7.7
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X to be very good for software development, while the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo is good.

Build Quality

7.6
Zenbook Pro 16X
Prestige 14 AI Evo
7.4
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X and MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo both have good build quality.

Cost

$1,300
Zenbook Pro 16X
Prestige 14 AI Evo
$1,300
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$600

$800

$1,000

$1,200

$1,400

$1,600

$1,800

$2,000

The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has a price of $1,300 and the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo costs $1,300.

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How the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X and the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo compare to other laptops

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Spec Comparison

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ASUS Zenbook Pro 16XMSI Prestige 14 AI Evo
ASUS Zenbook Pro 16XMSI Prestige 14 AI Evo

GENERAL

Price
$1,300
$1,300
Release Date
October 1, 2022February 1, 2024
Overall Dimensions
14'' x 9.9'' x 0.7''12.3'' x 7.5'' x 0.7''
Weight
5.29 lbs3.7 lbs
Width
13.98"12.3"
Depth
9.88"7.46"

INTERNAL

Processor
Intel i7-12700HIntel Core Ultra 7 155H
RAM
16 GB16 GB
DDR Memory Version
55
RAM Slots
00
Storage
1024 GB1024 GB

BATTERY

Battery Life
7 Hours8 Hours
Battery Capacity
96 Wh90 Wh

SCREEN

Diagonal Size
16"14"
Display Technology
OLEDIPS
Resolution
3840 x 24001920 x 1200
Refresh Rate
60Hz144Hz
Display Brightness
354 nits415 nits

RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS

Build Quality Score
7.6/107.4/10
Portability Score
7.4/108.6/10
Gaming Laptop Appearance
NoNo
Premium Business Laptop
NoNo
Fan Noise Score
7.5/107.5/10

HARDWARE FEATURES

Keyboard Quality Score
8/107.5/10
Speaker Quality Score
9.5/107/10
Webcam
1080p1080p
Fingerprint Reader
YesYes
Backlit Keyboard
YesYes
Number Pad
NoNo

CONNECTIVITY

USB Type-A
11
USB-C ports
22
USB-C Charging
YesYes
Display Outputs
33
Thunderbolt Version
44

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Marc Herter, Alex Wätzel | November 2023
"The new Zenbook Pro 16X is more powerful, quieter and doesn't need to shy away from dedicated workstations and gamers. It is also comparatively compact, and our test device is the best Zenbook that we've reviewed so far. It seems equally suitable for content creators and gamers or anyone looking for a very powerful laptop that is still slim."

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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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