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Updated January 12, 2024·
Choosing between the Dell XPS 15 and the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo depends on your priorities. For tasks requiring higher processing power and substantial multitasking, the MSI offers more memory and storage space, which can be essential for engineering work or running complex programs. However, the Dell's battery life may be longer, which is practical for travel or working remotely without regular access to power. The MSI has a sharper, brighter OLED display, desirable for those in creative fields or who prefer superior screen quality for entertainment. On the other hand, the Dell is a bit heavier, which might matter if portability is a key concern for you. Both run the same operating system and are well-suited for general use, but if your work involves 3D tasks, machine learning, or gaming, the MSI seems to be a more powerful contender. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell XPS 15
- Very good overall build quality
- Best in class speakers
- Excellent keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo
- Very good overall display quality
Key differences
Screen Quality
7.4
8.4
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
606.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
362.0 nits
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo has a better screen than the Dell XPS 15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The Dell XPS 15 has a high-resolution display with good brightness and colors, making it suitable for daily tasks and professional design work where detail and color accuracy are key. However, its lower refresh rate is a drawback for 3D and gaming, where smoother motion is crucial. The MSI Prestige offers superior color coverage essential for engineering and design precision, along with ample brightness and resolution for general use, but like the Dell, its refresh rate isn't optimized for the high-speed graphics of gaming and 3D applications.
Battery
10.0 Hours
12.0 Hours
The Dell XPS 15 has 10 hours of battery life. The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo has 12 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.
Build Quality
8.5
7.4
The Dell XPS 15 has very good build quality, while the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,000
$1,349
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Dell XPS 15 has a price of $1,000 and the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo costs $1,349.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.2
8.6
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
606.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
362.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
12.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo and Dell XPS 15 are both very good for general use.
The Dell XPS 15, with a high-quality IPS screen, a capable CPU and GPU for diverse general use tasks, and significant battery life is well-suited for everyday work and entertainment, though at a slight compromise on portability due to its weight. In contrast, the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo offers an exceptionally sharp OLED display, more RAM for multitasking, a larger battery, and is lighter, enhancing its portability, but it may come at a higher cost due to its advanced screen and doubled storage capacity.
Gaming and AI
6.8
6.7
4.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
9.1/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The Dell XPS 15 and MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo are both only fair for gaming and AI.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Engineering and Design
8.1
8.4
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
4.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo and Dell XPS 15 are both very good for engineering and design.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Content Creation
8.3
8.6
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo and Dell XPS 15 are both very 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
8.1
8.5
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo and Dell XPS 15 are both very 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.
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
4.2 lbs
WEIGHT
3.3 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo and Dell XPS 15 both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell XPS 15 | MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,000 | $1,349 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | December 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13.6'' x 9.1'' x 0.71'' | 14.1'' x 10'' x 0.75'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.21 lbs | 3.31 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.57" | 14.11" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.06" | 10.02" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13700H | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 10 Hours | 12 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 86 Wh | 99.9 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | OLED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 3840 x 2400 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 606 nits | 362 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.8/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 9.1/10 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 10/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 0 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 3 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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Dell XPS 15
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Matthew Buzzi | May 2023
"The 2023 Dell XPS 15 is more or less exactly what you'd expect from the company flagship. Its fresh components deliver measurably superior power and longevity, while the machine's premium build and design remain intact. It may not be overly exciting, but XPS loyalists and upgraders should be more than happy."
MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo
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Mark Anthony Ramirez | December 2023
"The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo is meant to be a business-focused laptop, but it ends up being the MacBook challenger PC laptop enthusiasts have longed for. Not only can it meet and, in many cases, surpass the M2-powered MacBooks, but it is also surpassing the baseline M3 MacBooks, which is a giant leap forward for Intel-powered laptops. This isn’t hyperbole; this is what the numbers show."
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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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