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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus offers a powerful Intel i7 processor and more storage, making it suitable for intensive tasks like engineering or 3D rendering. However, it's heavier and has a shorter battery life, which could be a disadvantage if you prioritize portability. The MSI Prestige 14, with an Intel i5 processor, is lighter with longer battery life, making it easier to carry around and better for extended use away from a power source. While its storage is half that of the Dell, it's more portable and can handle general use and business applications well. Both have similar screen sizes and type, but differ in screen resolution and battery capacity. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus
- Good overall display quality
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 14
- Good speakers
Key differences
Engineering and Design
7.8
7.1
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus and MSI Prestige 14 are both good for engineering and design, though the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is somewhat better.
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus boasts a more powerful CPU and a higher-resolution screen, making it suitable for demanding engineering and design tasks, while the MSI Prestige 14, with a less powerful CPU and lower screen resolution, offers greater portability due to its lighter weight and slightly longer battery life. Both laptops have similar RAM and integrated GPUs, but the Dell's CPU advantage and screen quality are particularly vital for computing-intensive applications and detailed visual work required in engineering and design, whereas the MSI may appeal to users prioritizing ease of transport and longer unplugged usage.
Screen Quality
7.0
6.9
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
326.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
313.0 nits
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus has a better screen than the MSI Prestige 14 for software development, and content creation.
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus and MSI Prestige 14 both offer panels with sufficient resolution and brightness, ideal for everyday tasks like browsing and watching videos, hence their good screen quality for general use. Their displays cover a wide range of color gamuts, ensuring that designers and engineers see accurate colors, which is critical for their work. However, both laptops have screens with lower refresh rates, which is less than optimal for gaming and 3D work that benefit from smoother visuals that come with higher refresh rates.
Battery
6.0 Hours
8.5 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus has 6 hours of battery life. The MSI Prestige 14 has 8.5 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
Very Good
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
2.8 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The MSI Prestige 14 and Dell Inspiron 14 Plus both have very good portability, though the MSI Prestige 14 has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$808
$999
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus has a price of $808 and the MSI Prestige 14 costs $999.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.9
7.5
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
326.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
313.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.5 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.8/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus and MSI Prestige 14 are both good for general use.
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus, featuring a powerful CPU and ample RAM, delivers robust performance for general use and comes with a high-resolution screen, though it is heavier and offers shorter battery life. In contrast, the MSI Prestige 14, while more portable with longer battery life and a strong CPU for most tasks, has a lower screen resolution and less storage but benefits from good speaker quality and effective heat management, making it also well-suited for general use.
Gaming and AI
6.6
6.2
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus and MSI Prestige 14 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus provides better gaming and 3D performance primarily due to its more powerful Intel i7 GPU, while the MSI Prestige 14's performance is more modest as it comes with a less powerful Intel i5 GPU. Both laptops have similar screen refresh rates, but the higher-performing GPU on the Dell contributes to a smoother gaming experience and better handling of 3D applications.
Content Creation
7.9
7.5
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus and MSI Prestige 14 are both good for content creation.
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
7.3
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus and MSI Prestige 14 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 Inspiron 14 Plus and MSI Prestige 14 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 Inspiron 14 Plus and the MSI Prestige 14 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inspiron 14 Plus | MSI Prestige 14 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$808 | $999 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | July 1, 2022 | April 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.4'' x 9'' x 0.7'' | 12.6'' x 8.6'' x 0.63'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.7 lbs | 2.84 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.36" | 12.56" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.96" | 8.62" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12700H | Intel i5-1240P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 1 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 8.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 64 Wh | 53.8 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2240 x 1400 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 326 nits | 313 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.1/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
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 | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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Dell Inspiron 14 Plus
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Allen Ngo | August 2022
"The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is for power users on a budget. If you're looking to maximize CPU and GPU performance on your next 14-inch laptop, then consider the pricier Razer Blade 14 or Asus Zephyrus G14. If you're looking for a thin-and-light 14-inch Ultrabook, then the Asus Zenbook 14 or LG Gram 14 may be better options. For the best of both worlds, however, the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 7420 rides a fine line between extreme performance and portability while keeping prices at reasonable levels. Frequent travelers who rely on performance beyond what the Core U-series and integrated graphics series can offer will find the Dell to be a solid solution."
MSI Prestige 14
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Collin Probst | September 2022
"The MSI Prestige 14” is excellent for productivity and business use cases, but it is not ideal for creators or visual content editors. The Prestige was able to power through days of email, spreadsheets, and text documents without breaking a sweat and was a joy to use. The additional ports were a breath of fresh air, as most laptops seem to be moving towards just Thunderbolt ports. The security options made signing in effortless, with two quick, more secure, and faster options than even the most complex alphanumeric passcode."
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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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