The Gigabyte Aero 5 offers a higher performance for tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, and engineering, with a better GPU and a more powerful processor than the MSI Prestige 15. It also has better screen quality with OLED technology and higher resolution, which is great for color accuracy. However, it's heavier and bulkier, making it less portable. The Aero's battery life is average, which may be a concern if you need to work on the go. On the other hand, the MSI Prestige 15 is more portable, slightly lighter, and has a longer battery life, making it suitable for general use and business applications. Its performance and screen quality are good for everyday tasks but fall short for more demanding applications. If you prioritize high-end performance and screen quality over portability and battery life, the Aero 5 is the better choice. If you want a lighter laptop with longer battery life for general business use, the Prestige 15 is better suited for you. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte Aero 5
Very good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 15
Good portability
Very good speakers
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.9/10
6.3/10
8.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The Gigabyte Aero 5 is good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Prestige 15 is only fair.
The Gigabyte Aero 5 offers superior gaming and 3D performance primarily because it's equipped with a Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti graphics unit, which is significantly more powerful than the Nvidia GTX 1650 Max-Q in the MSI Prestige 15. Additionally, the Gigabyte Aero 5 has higher screen quality with OLED technology and a greater pixel density, enhancing visual detail and depth for gaming and 3D applications compared to the MSI's IPS display.
Engineering and Design
8.7/10
7.2/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
8.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Gigabyte Aero 5 is very good for engineering and design, while the MSI Prestige 15 is good.
The Gigabyte Aero 5 takes the lead for engineering and design thanks to its robust Intel i7 processor, high-end Nvidia RTX GPU, and superior OLED screen with higher resolution, ensuring smooth performance and sharp visuals for complex tasks.
Content Creation
8.2/10
7.5/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Gigabyte Aero 5 is very good for content creation, while the MSI Prestige 15 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
7.9/10
7.2/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Gigabyte Aero 5 and MSI Prestige 15 are both good for software development, though the Gigabyte Aero 5 is somewhat better.
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.
Screen Quality
8.6/10
6.8/10
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
446.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
298.0 nits
The Gigabyte Aero 5 has a better screen than the MSI Prestige 15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Gigabyte Aero 5's screen offers high resolution and brightness, making it clear and easy to view, which is ideal for tasks in general use and precise color work required in engineering and design. It also covers a wide range of colors, essential for professionals who need color accuracy. However, for gaming and 3D rendering, its lower refresh rate may not provide as fluid motion as gamers prefer, even if the image is sharp and vibrant.
Portability
Fair
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
5.0 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The MSI Prestige 15 has good portability, while the Gigabyte Aero 5 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,250
$1,044
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Gigabyte Aero 5 has a price of $1,250 and the MSI Prestige 15 costs $1,044.
The Gigabyte Aero 5 and MSI Prestige 15 are both good for general use.
The Gigabyte Aero 5 boasts a high-resolution OLED screen and more powerful graphics which make it well suited for tasks that benefit from a high-quality display and GPU power, but its heavier build and lower portability score make it less convenient for frequent travel. On the other hand, the MSI Prestige 15 offers a lighter and more portable design with a decent screen and capable CPU for everyday tasks, balanced with respectable battery life, yet it may not handle graphic-intensive applications as smoothly due to its less powerful GPU.
Battery
7.0 Hours
7.5 Hours
The Gigabyte Aero 5 has 7 hours of battery life. The MSI Prestige 15 has 7.5 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.
Build Quality
7.8/10
7.4/10
The Gigabyte Aero 5 and MSI Prestige 15 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 Gigabyte Aero 5 and the MSI Prestige 15 compare to other laptops
"It is unfortunate that the Gigabyte AERO notebook series have seem to lost its charm, as it’s not exactly any much different from the AORUS series now. Regardless, content creators and designers will certainly still appreciate the features on the AERO 5 XE4, which are fundamental to their work. This largely revolved around the notebook’s display, which is colour calibrated and validated, high resolution (4K) and with great AMOLED colour representation. Now that the AERO 5 XE4 has improved its performance with the latest CPU and GPU, the professionals can also appreciate the improved productivity from the notebook."
"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 Gigabyte
Gigabyte is a Taiwanese computer hardware manufacturer. While Gigabyte mainly focuses its business on desktop hardware, Gigabyte is known for its value-oriented G series laptops, thin and light Aero series, and performance-oriented Aorus series. Gigabyte laptops offer a strong value proposition to compete with mainstream alternatives.
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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