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Updated March 13, 2024·
When choosing between the Dell XPS 13 and the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo, consider your primary needs. If you prioritize a lower price and are focused on everyday tasks, the Dell XPS 13 offers a robust option. However, if you require more processing power for activities such as 3D design, machine learning, or engineering software, the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo, despite its higher cost, delivers greater performance. Keep in mind that with higher performance, you might experience a shorter battery life, and the laptop may be less portable due to additional weight. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell XPS 13
- Very good overall build quality
- Excellent portability
- Very good battery life
- Best in class speakers
- Excellent keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.2
6.8
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo and Dell XPS 13 are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo is somewhat better.
The Dell XPS 13 offers decent graphics and a solid screen but doesn't prioritize the high refresh rates or top-tier GPUs necessary for top-level gaming or advanced 3D work. In contrast, the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo provides slightly better CPU performance and screen quality, yet it also falls short of the specialized GPUs and faster screen refresh rates sought by serious gamers or professional 3D creators.
Engineering and Design
7.2
8.0
6.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo is very good for engineering and design, while the Dell XPS 13 is good.
The Dell XPS 13 offers a robust CPU and high-quality screen making it suitable for demanding engineering and design tasks that require precise visuals and computational power, while its reliable RAM and GPU support smooth multitasking and rendering. In contrast, the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo provides similar CPU and RAM capabilities but stands out for its portability and enhanced GPU, attractive to users who need to work on graphics-intensive projects on the go, despite the tradeoff in speaker and keyboard quality.
Screen Quality
7.2
8.2
13.4in
SIZE
13.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
442.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo has a better screen than the Dell XPS 13 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The Dell XPS 13 offers a pleasing display with ample resolution and brightness for everyday tasks like browsing and watching videos, which makes it suited for general use. However, its lesser coverage of professional color gamuts compared to the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo might make it a less ideal choice for color-critical work in engineering and design. Both laptops fall short for gaming and 3D because they don't have high refresh rates, but for non-gaming applications, their sharpness and panel quality still offer good visual experiences.
Battery
10.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Dell XPS 13 has 10 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.
Portability
Excellent
Very Good
13.4in
SIZE
13.0in
2.5 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
0.5in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Dell XPS 13 has excellent portability, while the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5
7.4
The Dell XPS 13 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
$850
$1,280
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Dell XPS 13 has a price of $850 and the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo costs $1,280.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
8.0
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
442.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
9.3/10
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 XPS 13 is good.
The Dell XPS 13, with its quality CPU and RAM, offers smooth performance for everyday tasks, a high-quality screen for crisp visuals, and is very portable with strong battery life, making it a solid choice for general use. On the other hand, the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo steps up with even better CPU performance and additional RAM for heavier multitasking, coupled with equal portability and a comparable screen, albeit at a tradeoff of slightly reduced battery life, which users may notice during extended use away from power sources.
Content Creation
7.7
8.1
6.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
1920 x 1200
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 XPS 13 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
7.9
6.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo and Dell XPS 13 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.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell XPS 13 | MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$850 | $1,280 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2022 | February 1, 2024 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 11.6'' x 7.9'' x 0.55'' | 11.8'' x 8.3'' x 0.67'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.59 lbs | 3.53 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 11.63" | 11.77" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 7.86" | 8.27" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1250U | 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 | 10 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 51 Wh | 73 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 13.4" | 13" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 2880 x 1800 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 442 nits | 415 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 9.3/10 | 8.6/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8.8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.5/10 | 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 | 0 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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Monica Chen | April 2023
"In the past, the XPS 13 was a hands-down contender for the best laptop on the market. But the Apple-silicon MacBook has since barrelled onto the scene, and it wipes the floor with most of the ultraportable Windows laptops that cross my desk on a daily basis. This XPS is no exception. Compared to the M2 MacBook Air, battery life is worse."
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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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