The Gigabyte Aorus 5, being more expensive, offers a higher-performing CPU and GPU, making it suitable for more intensive tasks like gaming or 3D modeling, but it may not be as portable or have as long battery life as the MSI Prestige 15, which is typically less expensive. The MSI Prestige 15 has a lower-tier GPU and is lighter, catering to users who prioritize portability and battery life for everyday tasks or less demanding creative work, like photo editing or multitasking with office applications. Consider how much you value performance versus portability and battery life when making your decision. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte Aorus 5
Very good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Very good overall display quality
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 15
Good portability
Good battery life
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.9/10
6.3/10
8.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
360Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 5 is good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Prestige 15 is only fair.
The Gigabyte Aorus 5 outpaces the MSI Prestige 15 in gaming and 3D applications largely due to its superior Nvidia RTX 3070 graphics card, which trumps the MSI's Nvidia GTX 1650 Max-Q for graphical tasks. Additionally, its considerably higher screen refresh rate enhances the gaming experience with smoother visuals, while the MSI Prestige 15 has a standard refresh rate, which is less optimal for fast-paced games and 3D rendering.
Engineering and Design
8.2/10
7.2/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
8.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Gigabyte Aorus 5 is very good for engineering and design, while the MSI Prestige 15 is good.
The Gigabyte Aorus 5 is equipped with a higher tier CPU and GPU which provides better performance for demanding engineering and design tasks when compared to the MSI Prestige 15, which has a mid-range CPU and lower-end GPU. For those prioritizing screen quality, both laptops have similar IPS displays with good color coverage; however, for portability and acoustics, the MSI Prestige 15 is lighter and may be quieter, thus offering a tradeoff between performance and comfort for portable use.
Screen Quality
8.0/10
6.8/10
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
360Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
280.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
298.0 nits
The Gigabyte Aorus 5 has a better screen than the MSI Prestige 15 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The Gigabyte Aorus 5 and MSI Prestige 15 have panels with resolutions and brightness levels that are adequate for everyday tasks like browsing and video streaming, making them suitable for general use. For engineering and design, both models cover a wide range of colors, important for accuracy in visual work, but they are not ideal for gaming and 3D applications because they lack high refresh rates, which ensure smooth motion and better responsiveness in fast-paced scenes. Although their resolutions and panel types are decent, these are secondary to refresh rate for gaming performance, which is why they fall short for that purpose.
Battery
5.0 Hours
7.5 Hours
The Gigabyte Aorus 5 has 5 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.
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 Aorus 5 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$2,359
$1,044
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The Gigabyte Aorus 5 has a price of $2,359 and the MSI Prestige 15 costs $1,044.
The Gigabyte Aorus 5 and MSI Prestige 15 are both good for general use.
The Gigabyte Aorus 5’s high-performance CPU and higher-end GPU make it well-suited for general use, and its relatively ample battery life supports moderate usage without frequent charging. The MSI Prestige 15, while lighter and more portable, also offers a capable CPU and good screen quality for everyday tasks, along with better battery life for extended unplugged productivity.
Content Creation
7.6/10
7.5/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Gigabyte Aorus 5 and MSI Prestige 15 are both 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
7.3/10
7.2/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 5 and MSI Prestige 15 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.
Build Quality
7.4/10
7.4/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 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 Aorus 5 and the MSI Prestige 15 compare to other laptops
"The Gigabyte Aorus 5 SE4 is a capable mainstream gaming notebook that will run the latest PC games with aplomb. However, it's not your stereotypical flashy gaming PC. Gigabyte has added some interesting tweaks. For example, the webcam placement and its Microsoft Azure AI tool — to automatically switch between power modes — are unusual for this genre. But more importantly, the pricing is fairly competitive and reasonable."
"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."
Get a great deal on the Gigabyte Aorus 5 or the MSI Prestige 15
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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