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Updated March 13, 2024·
The Dell G15 5520, being a gaming-oriented laptop, offers robust performance suitable for demanding tasks like gaming, 3D rendering, and engineering software, but its bulkier design reduces portability and might have a shorter battery life. On the other hand, the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo is designed for professionals looking for a lighter, more portable machine with longer battery life, ideal for general use and business applications, but it might not handle intensive tasks as well as the Dell. Consider what's more important to you—high performance for intensive tasks or portability and battery life for on-the-go usage. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell G15 5520
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- 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
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.7
6.8
7.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Dell G15 5520 is good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo is only fair.
The Dell G15 5520 includes a dedicated graphics card and a high screen refresh rate, making it better suited for gaming and 3D applications, which require fast image rendering and smooth motion. Meanwhile, the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo, while having a quality CPU and screen, does not match the gaming performance due to its less powerful integrated graphics and lower screen refresh rate.
Screen Quality
7.1
7.8
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
251.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo has a better screen than the Dell G15 5520 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The Dell G15 5520 and MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo both offer screens with resolutions and brightness levels suitable for everyday tasks and detailed engineering work, providing clear and vibrant visuals for documents and designs. However, they lack the wider color gamut coverage that professionals in engineering and design might need for precise color work. For gaming and 3D applications, both laptops fall short due to their lower refresh rates, which can result in less fluid motion and a less immersive experience for fast-paced visuals.
Battery
6.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Dell G15 5520 has 6 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
Fair
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
5.5 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo has very good portability, while the Dell G15 5520 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,000
$1,300
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Dell G15 5520 has a price of $1,000 and the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo costs $1,300.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.9
8.0
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
251.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
6.3/10
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 G15 5520 is good.
The Dell G15 5520, while robust in CPU and RAM, often falls short in terms of screen quality and portability when compared to the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo, which not only offers excellent performance and a high-quality display but also shines with its superior portability and longer battery life, making it an attractive choice for those who prioritize mobility and visual experience in their workflow. While both laptops have adequate storage, keyboard, and speakers, the MSI tends to run quieter and cooler, contributing to a more comfortable user experience, especially during extended use.
Engineering and Design
8.2
7.8
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
7.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell G15 5520 to be very good for engineering and design, while the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo is good.
The Dell G15 5520 offers higher CPU and GPU capabilities, which are crucial for demanding engineering software and benefitting from a better screen for design work, while the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo, with its respectable performance, leans towards better portability and keyboard quality with likely reduced operating noise, making it a convenient choice for on-the-go professionals who still require competent processing power. However, if maximum performance is a priority for complex tasks and detail-oriented work, the Dell's configuration might edge out on top, despite being bulkier and possibly louder during intensive operations.
Content Creation
7.9
8.0
9.1/10
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 G15 5520 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
7.5
7.7
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo and Dell G15 5520 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
7.4
7.4
The Dell G15 5520 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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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell G15 5520 | MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,000 | $1,300 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | February 1, 2024 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 10.7'' x 1.06'' | 12.3'' x 7.5'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.55 lbs | 3.7 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.06" | 12.3" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.74" | 7.46" | |
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 | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 56 Wh | 90 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 251 nits | 415 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.4/10 | 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 | 6.8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8.8/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
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 | 3 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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Olivier Martin, Ryan Lim, and John Peroramas | April 2023
"The Dell G15 (2022) is a 15.6-inch budget gaming laptop, and is great for gaming. You can configure the laptop with powerful Intel 12th Gen. CPUs and various NVIDIA dedicated GPUs, all of which deliver a smooth gaming experience at 1080p. There's also a QHD 240Hz display option if you want better visuals, though you'll have to pair it with the top-end NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti to get good frame rates. It doesn't get overly hot or loud under load, and there's no noticeable throttling on the CPU or GPU. Unfortunately, the 120Hz panel has a slow response time, causing noticeable ghosting, and it doesn't support variable refresh rate."
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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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