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Updated March 13, 2024·
If you're looking for a laptop that can handle demanding tasks like 3D modeling, machine learning, or gaming, the Gigabyte Aorus 15X is typically more appropriate due to its powerful hardware suited for high-performance needs, but it will be heavier and could have shorter battery life, making it less convenient for travel. On the other hand, if portability and battery longevity are priorities for you, and your work involves general use or less resource-intensive tasks, the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo is sleek and lightweight, making it ideal to carry around, though it may not perform as well with heavy-duty software. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte Aorus 15X
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Very good overall display quality
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo
- Very good portability
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.5
6.8
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 15X is very good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo is only fair.
The Gigabyte Aorus 15X, with its superior graphics processing unit (GPU) and higher screen refresh rate, excels in delivering the smooth, detailed visuals crucial for immersive gaming and 3D applications. In contrast, the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo, while still proficient with a decent CPU and screen quality, may not provide the same level of graphic performance due to its more modest GPU and lower refresh rate.
Engineering and Design
8.6
7.8
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Gigabyte Aorus 15X is very good for engineering and design, while the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo is good.
The Gigabyte Aorus 15X, with its superior CPU, ample RAM, and high-end GPU, offers robust performance for demanding engineering and design software, complemented by a high-quality screen that is crucial for precision tasks. While the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo is also capable for such tasks with good CPU and GPU, it's more portable, which sacrifices some screen size for ease of carrying, and has a quieter operating noise, making it less disruptive in quiet environments.
Screen Quality
8.2
7.8
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
301.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
The Gigabyte Aorus 15X has a better screen than the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo for general use, gaming and AI, and content creation.
For general use, screen quality matters in terms of clarity and comfort, so the Gigabyte Aorus 15X with its high resolution and brightness offers a pleasing visual experience. When it comes to tasks like engineering and design, color accuracy is crucial for work precision, which both the Gigabyte Aorus 15X and MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo manage well with their color gamut coverage. However, gamers and 3D designers would find the lower refresh rates of both models less than ideal, leading to less smooth visuals during high motion scenarios and rendering work.
Portability
Good
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
5.7 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo has very good portability, while the Gigabyte Aorus 15X has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,196
$1,300
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
$2,000
The Gigabyte Aorus 15X has a price of $1,196 and the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo costs $1,300.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.0
8.0
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
301.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.5/10
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo and Gigabyte Aorus 15X are both very good for general use.
The Gigabyte Aorus 15X, with its high-quality CPU and ample RAM, delivers robust performance for demanding tasks, while its screen quality enhances the visual experience, but it's less portable and has a shorter battery life than lighter options. On the other hand, the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo, though slightly less powerful, offers good performance for general use with a balance of a high-quality screen, longer battery life, and easier portability, making it a strong choice for users who need to work on the go without compromising on visual clarity.
Content Creation
8.2
8.0
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Gigabyte Aorus 15X and MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo 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
7.9
7.7
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 15X and MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo 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.
Battery
8.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Gigabyte Aorus 15X has 8 hours of battery life. The MSI Prestige 14 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.
Build Quality
7.4
7.4
The Gigabyte Aorus 15X and MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo 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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Spec Comparison
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| Gigabyte Aorus 15X | MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,196 | $1,300 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | February 1, 2024 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 10.8'' x 0.78'' | 12.3'' x 7.5'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.73 lbs | 3.7 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.1" | 12.3" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.8" | 7.46" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i9-13900HX | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 99 Wh | 90 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 240Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 301 nits | 415 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7/10 | 8.6/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 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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Tom's Hardware
Brandon Hill | February 2023
"The Gigabyte Aorus 15X is a strong showing of Raptor Lake and RTX 4000 series. While the Aorus had trouble keeping up in older games like Grand Theft Auto V, it nudged past the competition in Shadow of the Tomb Raider. It also flexed its next-generation muscle in Far Cry 6 and Borderlands 3. While we were impressed with the overall build quality and design of the Aorus 15X, the keyboard lacked good tactile feedback. The display performed well in real-world testing despite its on-paper shortcoming with brightness, but the speakers are lackluster at best."
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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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