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Updated March 13, 2024·
For high-performance gaming or graphics-intensive tasks, the Dell Alienware x14 R1 is a solid choice, though it may be heavier and have a shorter battery life compared to other laptops. The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo, on the other hand, offers a balance with good performance for everyday tasks and creative work, and it boasts longer battery life and greater portability, but it may not handle demanding gaming or engineering applications as effectively as the Alienware. Consider how you prioritize gaming and heavy-duty tasks versus the need for a lightweight, long-lasting laptop for general or business use. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Alienware x14 R1
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo
- Very good for general use
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.6
6.8
7.0/10
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
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Dell Alienware x14 R1 is good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo is only fair.
The Dell Alienware x14 R1 offers better gaming and 3D capabilities mainly because it has a more powerful graphics card and a higher screen refresh rate, which are crucial for smooth and detailed visuals in fast-paced games and rendering 3D applications. While the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo is more than capable of handling general tasks with a good CPU and screen quality, it falls short in gaming and 3D performance when compared to the Alienware, due to its less powerful graphics and lower refresh rate.
Screen Quality
7.9
8.2
14.0in
SIZE
13.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
411.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo has a better screen than the Dell Alienware x14 R1 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and software development.
The Dell Alienware x14 R1 offers vibrant colors and sharp imagery, suitable for general use and detailed work in engineering and design due to its high resolution and brightness. However, its lower refresh rate limits its appeal for gaming and 3D applications where smooth motion is crucial. The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo, with its similar high resolution and color accuracy, excels for general tasks and professional design work, while also falling short for gaming and 3D due to a refresh rate that's not optimal for those tasks.
Portability
Very Good
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
13.0in
4.0 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
0.5in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo and Dell Alienware x14 R1 both have very good portability, though the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5
7.4
The Dell Alienware x14 R1 has very good build quality, while the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,201
$1,280
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
$2,000
The Dell Alienware x14 R1 has a price of $1,201 and the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo costs $1,280.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.8
8.0
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
411.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.5/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo to be very good for general use, while the Dell Alienware x14 R1 is good.
The Dell Alienware x14 R1, with its high-performance CPU and ample RAM, is well-suited for demanding tasks but is less portable and has a shorter battery life, making it better for stationary use or gaming. In contrast, the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo offers a balance of a capable CPU, sufficient RAM, high screen quality, and longer battery life in a lightweight package, appealing for on-the-go professionals who value portability without sacrificing performance for everyday tasks.
Engineering and Design
8.2
8.0
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
7.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Alienware x14 R1 and MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo are both very good for engineering and design.
The Dell Alienware x14 R1, with its powerful CPU, ample RAM, and high-end GPU, excels in demanding engineering tasks and graphical work, further complemented by a high-quality screen. On the other hand, the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo offers a balance of performance for engineering with a focus on portability and a comfortable keyboard, albeit with a trade-off in GPU power compared to the Alienware, which may affect complex 3D tasks or gaming performance.
Content Creation
7.9
8.1
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 Dell Alienware x14 R1 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
7.7
7.9
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo and Dell Alienware x14 R1 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.
Battery
9.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Dell Alienware x14 R1 has 9 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.
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Spec Comparison
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| Dell Alienware x14 R1 | MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,201 | $1,280 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2022 | February 1, 2024 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.7'' x 10.3'' x 0.57'' | 11.8'' x 8.3'' x 0.67'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.06 lbs | 3.53 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.66" | 11.77" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.34" | 8.27" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12700H | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 80 Wh | 73 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 13" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2880 x 1800 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 411 nits | 415 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.1/10 | 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 | 7.5/10 | 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 | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 3 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 4 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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Andreas Osthoff | March 2022
"The Alienware X14 series is thinner, but also slower than the competition. With the X series, you get plenty of modern technology: Intel Alder Lake CPUs, GeForce RTX 3000 GPUs, Thunderbolt 4, PCIe 4.0, Wi-Fi 6E, G-Sync, and Advanced Optimus. However, the slim design has some drawbacks, just like its larger siblings. The shifted hinge position results in a very deep device with a large footprint compared to the competition."
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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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