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Laptop 13 (2023)
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Updated January 10, 2024·

The Framework Laptop 13 (2023) is lighter and more portable, with a higher resolution screen and more USB-C ports, making it suitable for general use and easy carrying. In contrast, the MSI Prestige 15 offers more storage, memory, and a dedicated graphics card which is better for 3D rendering, machine learning, and engineering tasks, but it is heavier and has a larger form factor. Both laptops are similarly priced and have comparable battery life. If portability and screen sharpness are priorities, choose the Framework; if performance in more demanding applications is key, go for the MSI Prestige. Give Feedback

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Advantages of the Framework Laptop 13 (2023)
  • Good overall display quality
  • Very good portability
  • Very good keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 15
  • The MSI Prestige 15 has no clear advantages over the Framework Laptop 13 (2023).

Key differences

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Screen Quality

7.4
Laptop 13 (2023)
Prestige 15
6.8
13.5in
SIZE
15.6in
2256 x 1504
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
472.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
298.0 nits
The Framework Laptop 13 has a better screen than the MSI Prestige 15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and software development.

Portability

Very Good
Laptop 13 (2023)
Prestige 15
Good
13.5in
SIZE
15.6in
2.9 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Framework Laptop 13 (2023) has very good portability, while the MSI Prestige 15 has good portability.
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Key similarities

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General Use

7.5
Laptop 13 (2023)
Prestige 15
7.5
2256 x 1504
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
472.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
298.0 nits
7.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.5 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.7/10
The MSI Prestige 15 and Framework Laptop 13 (2023) are both good for general use.

Gaming and AI

6.3
Laptop 13 (2023)
Prestige 15
6.3
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
2256 x 1504
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The MSI Prestige 15 and Framework Laptop 13 (2023) are both only fair for gaming and AI.

Engineering and Design

7.3
Laptop 13 (2023)
Prestige 15
7.2
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Framework Laptop 13 (2023) and MSI Prestige 15 are both good for engineering and design.

Content Creation

7.5
Laptop 13 (2023)
Prestige 15
7.5
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
2256 x 1504
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Framework Laptop 13 (2023) and MSI Prestige 15 are both good for content creation.

Software Development

7.6
Laptop 13 (2023)
Prestige 15
7.2
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2256 x 1504
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Framework Laptop 13 (2023) and MSI Prestige 15 are both good for software development.

Battery

7.5 Hours
Laptop 13 (2023)
Prestige 15
7.5 Hours
The Framework Laptop 13 has 7.5 hours of battery life. The MSI Prestige 15 has 7.5 hours of battery life.

Build Quality

7.8
Laptop 13 (2023)
Prestige 15
7.4
The Framework Laptop 13 (2023) and MSI Prestige 15 both have good build quality.

Cost

$1,079
Laptop 13 (2023)
Prestige 15
$1,044
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The Framework Laptop 13 (2023) has a price of $1,079 and the MSI Prestige 15 costs $1,044.

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How the Framework Laptop 13 (2023) and the MSI Prestige 15 compare to other laptops

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Spec Comparison

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Framework Laptop 13 (2023)MSI Prestige 15
Framework Laptop 13 (2023)MSI Prestige 15

GENERAL

Price
$1,079
$1,044
Release Date
May 1, 2023January 1, 2022
Overall Dimensions
11.7'' x 9'' x 0.62''14.1'' x 9.2'' x 0.74''
Weight
2.95 lbs3.73 lbs
Width
11.7"14.05"
Depth
9.01"9.2"

INTERNAL

Processor
Intel i5-1340PIntel i5-1240P
RAM
8 GB16 GB
DDR Memory Version
44
RAM Slots
20
Storage
256 GB512 GB

BATTERY

Battery Life
7.5 Hours7.5 Hours
Battery Capacity
55 Wh82 Wh

SCREEN

Diagonal Size
13.5"15.6"
Display Technology
IPSIPS
Resolution
2256 x 15041920 x 1080
Refresh Rate
60Hz60Hz
Display Brightness
472 nits298 nits

RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS

Build Quality Score
7.8/107.4/10
Portability Score
8.8/107.8/10
Gaming Laptop Appearance
NoNo
Premium Business Laptop
NoNo
Fan Noise Score
7.5/107/10

HARDWARE FEATURES

Keyboard Quality Score
8.5/107.5/10
Speaker Quality Score
8/108.8/10
Webcam
1080p720p
Fingerprint Reader
YesYes
Backlit Keyboard
YesYes
Number Pad
NoNo

CONNECTIVITY

USB Type-A
12
USB-C ports
22
USB-C Charging
YesYes
Display Outputs
23
Thunderbolt Version
44

Shopping

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Framework Laptop 13 (2023)

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Wired

Scott Gilbertson | July 2023
"If you’re thinking of investing in your first Framework, now is the time. The kinks and rough edges have all been smoothed out and this is a very nice machine with a bright, upgradable future. The only reason I can think of to wait is the AMD model, which I’ll be sure to test as soon as I can get my hands on one."

MSI Prestige 15

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Mario Petzold | December 2022
"The MSI Prestige 15 offers a dazzling 4K image quality, and solid performance. The MSI Prestige 15 appears to consistently implement the guiding principle of throttling the solid and efficient hardware to such an extent that content creation succeeds perfectly. Performance-hungry tasks, on the other hand, are slowed down a little by the reduced power consumption. Conversely, this means that the case remains relatively cool and the dual fan subdued. The battery life also benefits somewhat. So the losses aren't really dramatic because full performance is still available for short bursts."

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About Framework

Framework is a new American laptop manufacturer, specializing in modular and repairable laptops with the goals of promoting longevity and reducing electronic waste. They are a strong proponent of the right to repair movement. Framework laptops have replaceable RAM, storage, ports, keyboards, display bezels, mainboards, and more, making them a great choice for repairability-oriented individuals.

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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