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Updated March 13, 2024·
When deciding between the Dell Alienware m17 R5 and the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo, consider that the Alienware is typically geared towards high-end gaming with powerful components and likely has a heavier build, which can be less convenient for travel. In contrast, the Prestige is designed for professionals with a focus on portability and battery life, which may be preferable if you prioritize a lightweight laptop with longer unplugged usage but it usually comes at a higher price compared to the Alienware. For intensive tasks like 3D work or machine learning, the Alienware may perform better, while the Prestige is more suited for general use and on-the-go business tasks. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Alienware m17 R5
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good speakers
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo
- Very good for general use
- Very good for content creation
- Very good portability
- Good battery life
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.7
6.8
7.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
480Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Dell Alienware m17 R5 is good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo is only fair.
The Dell Alienware m17 R5 is equipped with a more powerful GPU and higher screen refresh rate, making it well-suited for demanding gaming and 3D applications, delivering smoother graphics and better responsiveness. In contrast, the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo, while still capable, has a less powerful GPU and lower screen refresh rate, making it less optimal for these tasks, although it offers decent performance for less intensive use and a potentially better balance for general usage with its high-quality screen.
Screen Quality
8.1
7.8
17.3in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
480Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
301.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
The Dell Alienware m17 R5 has a better screen than the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo for gaming and AI, while the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo has a better screen for content creation, and software development.
For general use, the Dell Alienware m17 R5 and MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo both offer panels with sufficient resolution and brightness to provide clear and vibrant images, which is crucial for tasks like web browsing, office work, and video streaming. When it comes to engineering and design, these laptops provide wide color gamuts, ensuring colors are displayed accurately, an important aspect for professionals working with visual media. However, for gaming and 3D, their lower refresh rates could make fast-paced visuals less smooth, which is less than ideal for high-speed gaming or working with rapid 3D animations.
Battery
5.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Dell Alienware m17 R5 has 5 hours of battery life. The MSI Prestige 14 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
Poor
Very Good
17.3in
SIZE
14.0in
7.3 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo has very good portability, while the Dell Alienware m17 R5 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,100
$1,300
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Dell Alienware m17 R5 has a price of $1,100 and the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo costs $1,300.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.8
8.0
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
301.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
5.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
5.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.5/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo to be very good for general use, while the Dell Alienware m17 R5 is good.
The Dell Alienware m17 R5, with its powerful CPU and ample RAM, excels in intensive tasks and offers a high-quality screen, at the expense of being bulkier and having shorter battery life, making it less portable than the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo, which strikes a balance with good performance for daily tasks, a high-quality screen, and longer battery life, housed in a lightweight design that's easy to carry around. The MSI Prestige may have slightly lesser storage capacity and computing power but offers better portability and a quieter, cooler experience.
Engineering and Design
8.1
7.8
8.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
7.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Alienware m17 R5 to be very good for engineering and design, while the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo is good.
The Dell Alienware m17 R5 typically offers a powerful CPU, ample RAM, and a high-end GPU which are crucial for demanding engineering software and tasks, and it boasts a screen with superior quality for detailed design work; however, it tends to be less portable and could be louder under load. On the other hand, the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo provides solid performance in a more compact and quieter package, making it easier to carry around, though it may have a less powerful GPU and a smaller screen which could affect multitasking and detailed design work.
Content Creation
7.8
8.0
8.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo to be very good for content creation, while the Dell Alienware m17 R5 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
7.4
7.7
8.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo and Dell Alienware m17 R5 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
7.8
7.4
The Dell Alienware m17 R5 and MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo 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 Dell Alienware m17 R5 and the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Dell Alienware m17 R5 | MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,100 | $1,300 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | June 1, 2022 | February 1, 2024 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.6'' x 11.8'' x 1.05'' | 12.3'' x 7.5'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 7.3 lbs | 3.7 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.64" | 12.3" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 11.76" | 7.46" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 6800H | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 5 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 97 Wh | 90 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 17.3" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 480Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 301 nits | 415 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 5.5/10 | 8.6/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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Christian Hintze | January 2023
"Overall, the all-AMD system in the Alienware m17 R5 is impressive, especially the graphics performance. However, various driver issues and unnecessary inconsistencies prevent us from truly enjoying such a potent gaming machine. In addition to strong 3D performance, we particularly like the build quality, the fairly bright UHD display with high color space coverage, and the fact that the gamer is often quiet when not under load and also rather quieter than some competitors under load."
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About Dell
Dell is a highly recognizable American technology company, and is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. Their laptops are very popular for both personal and professional use, and they also own the Alienware brand which makes mid to high end gaming laptops. Their premium XPS range of laptops offer great build quality and portability, while Latitude and Precision laptops are known for reliability, repairability and performance for business users.
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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