If you're after high-end gaming or demanding tasks like video editing, the Gigabyte Aorus 17G offers robust performance, but it's heavier and less portable, with a higher price tag. On the other hand, the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo is more budget-friendly, portable, and has good battery life, making it suitable for everyday use and business applications. However, it may not handle intensive graphics tasks as well. Choose the Aorus if performance is a priority and the Prestige if you need something lighter for general use and travel. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte Aorus 17G
Good for gaming and AI
Very good overall display quality
Excellent keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo
Very good for general use
Very good for content creation
Very good portability
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.5/10
6.8/10
7.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
300Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 17G is good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo is only fair.
The Gigabyte Aorus 17G offers a high-end GPU suitable for demanding graphics and a high screen refresh rate that enhances gaming and 3D experiences, whereas the MSI Prestige 14 Evo has a less powerful GPU and a lower refresh rate screen, which may not be as smooth for gaming but is still capable for less intensive tasks and everyday use. The Aorus 17G's advantages in screen and GPU make it better suited for gaming and graphical work, but the Prestige still offers a decent screen and respectable processing power for productivity and casual gaming.
Content Creation
7.5/10
8.0/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo is very good for content creation, while the Gigabyte Aorus 17G 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
7.2/10
7.7/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo and Gigabyte Aorus 17G are both good for software development, though the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo 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
8.0/10
7.8/10
17.3in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
300Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
282.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
The Gigabyte Aorus 17G has a better screen than the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo for gaming and AI, while the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo has a better screen for content creation, and software development.
For general use, both the Gigabyte Aorus 17G and MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo offer high-resolution displays with ample brightness and vivid colors, ensuring clear and crisp visuals for daily tasks like browsing and video streaming. In engineering and design, both laptops provide good color accuracy, which is crucial for professional photo editing and graphic design work, as these activities demand precise color reproduction. However, for gaming and 3D applications, where fast-moving visuals are common, the lower refresh rates of these laptops may lead to less smooth motion and a less immersive experience, making them less optimal for those specific demands.
Battery
6.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Gigabyte Aorus 17G has 6 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.
Portability
Fair
Very Good
17.3in
SIZE
14.0in
5.9 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo has very good portability, while the Gigabyte Aorus 17G has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$2,329
$1,300
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The Gigabyte Aorus 17G has a price of $2,329 and the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo costs $1,300.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo to be very good for general use, while the Gigabyte Aorus 17G is good.
While both laptops offer good CPU and sufficient RAM for smooth general use, the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo stands out for its high screen quality and better battery life, catering to users needing a combination of visual fidelity and extended unplugged usage. In contrast, the Gigabyte Aorus 17G provides robust performance but sacrifices some portability due to its larger size, which may impact users who prioritize a laptop that's easier to carry around.
Engineering and Design
7.8/10
7.8/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
7.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo and Gigabyte Aorus 17G are both good for engineering and design.
The Gigabyte Aorus 17G, with its top-tier CPU, ample RAM, and powerful GPU, excels in demanding engineering applications and offers a high-quality screen for design precision, but is less portable and has a louder operating noise. The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo, while still providing solid CPU and RAM for engineering tasks, prioritizes portability and quieter operation, with a high-grade screen and keyboard, though its GPU may not handle intensive design work as effectively.
Build Quality
7.4/10
7.4/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 17G 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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How the Gigabyte Aorus 17G and the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo compare to other laptops
"The Aorus 17G isn't among the top RTX 3080 laptops due to its relatively low TGP of 105 watts. The device's gaming performance is average for an RTX 3080. For maximum performance, competitors like the Lenovo Legion 7 or the Alienware m17 R4 are recommended With the Aorus 17G, Gigabyte delivers a well-rounded gaming laptop. However, the device generates a high noise level. Throttling is not an issue. The CPU and GPU can develop their performance uniformly. Nevertheless, the device produces a lot of noise under load - more than many competitors."
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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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