The HP 14" Laptop is generally less expensive and provides adequate performance for general use, but with its AMD processor and integrated graphics, it may not handle intensive engineering tasks or 3D/machine learning applications as robustly as the MSI Prestige 14. On the other hand, the MSI Prestige 14, while costlier, offers better performance for more demanding tasks due to a more powerful Intel processor and better graphics. It also has a superior build quality, higher color accuracy for screen display, and a backlit keyboard. Both have similar portability and battery life. If portability and budget are your main concerns, the HP 14" could suffice for everyday tasks, but if you require higher performance for professional or creative work, investing in the MSI Prestige 14 would be beneficial. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP 14" Laptop
The HP 14" Laptop has no clear advantages over the MSI Prestige 14.
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 14
Good for general use
Good for engineering and design
Good for software development
Good overall build quality
Good speakers
Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
6.7/10
7.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
265.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
313.0 nits
8.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.5 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.8/10
The MSI Prestige 14 is good for general use, while the HP 14" Laptop is only fair.
The MSI Prestige 14 outperforms the HP 14" Laptop for general use due to its higher RAM and more powerful CPU, which translate into better multitasking and faster processing. Additionally, the MSI has superior screen quality with higher brightness and color coverage, enhancing visual experience, and it offers better keyboard and speaker quality, although both laptops are similarly portable and provide the same battery life.
Engineering and Design
6.0/10
7.1/10
4.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Prestige 14 is good for engineering and design, while the HP 14" Laptop is only fair.
The MSI Prestige 14 outperforms the HP 14" Laptop in engineering and design due to its superior main processor and graphics capabilities, as well as double the RAM and additional storage, which are very important for these tasks. Although both offer good portability and similar battery life, the MSI Prestige 14 also has advantages in screen quality and the overall build, which includes a better keyboard, contributing to its higher suitability for engineering and design use.
Screen Quality
6.3/10
6.9/10
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
265.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
313.0 nits
The MSI Prestige 14 has a better screen than the HP 14" Laptop for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The HP 14" Laptop's screen offers enough clarity and brightness for typical tasks like browsing and document editing, but it may lack the wide color gamut needed for precise engineering and design work, and the refresh rate is not high enough for smooth 3D applications. The MSI Prestige 14, on the other hand, provides better color accuracy and a brighter, higher-resolution display that benefits engineering and design professionals, though its refresh rate still falls short for the ideal 3D gaming experience. Gamers who prioritize fast-moving visuals typically seek higher refresh rates which neither of these laptops prioritize, affecting their performance in gaming and 3D contexts.
Build Quality
6.0/10
7.4/10
The MSI Prestige 14 has good build quality, while the HP 14" Laptop has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$418
$1,040
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$1,600
The HP 14" Laptop has a price of $418 and the MSI Prestige 14 costs $1,040.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Prestige 14 to be only fair for gaming and AI, while the HP 14" Laptop is poor.
The HP 14" Laptop and MSI Prestige 14 are both fair choices for gaming and 3D work because they come with integrated graphics, the AMD Ryzen 5 5500U Vega 7 and the Intel i5-1240P Iris Xe respectively, which can handle moderate gaming but won't excel in more demanding scenarios. Both laptops have screens with standard refresh rates of 60Hz, which is fine for casual or light gaming but won't deliver the smooth visuals that high refresh rate displays provide for fast-paced games.
Content Creation
7.0/10
7.5/10
4.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Prestige 14 and HP 14" Laptop 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
6.8/10
7.3/10
4.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Prestige 14 to be good for software development, while the HP 14" Laptop is only fair.
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
8.5 Hours
8.5 Hours
The HP 14" Laptop has 8.5 hours of battery life. The MSI Prestige 14 has 8.5 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
Very Good
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
3.2 lbs
WEIGHT
2.8 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The MSI Prestige 14 and HP 14" Laptop both have very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the HP 14" Laptop and the MSI Prestige 14 compare to other laptops
"This feels like an ideal laptop for someone who doesn’t want to spend a lot of money on a laptop and isn’t too bothered by things like build quality or construction. It’s a laptop that will be used to pay bills, keep track of expenses, do some online shopping, and will be tucked away in a spare bedroom/home office. It’s an appliance designed to do a job without fuss. It’s not a premium experience—the materials do feel a little cheap, the display won’t exactly wow you, and the battery life is nothing to write home about, especially if you’ve used more expensive devices. But overall it’s not too shabby, especially for the price."
"The MSI Prestige 14” is excellent for productivity and business use cases, but it is not ideal for creators or visual content editors. The Prestige was able to power through days of email, spreadsheets, and text documents without breaking a sweat and was a joy to use. The additional ports were a breath of fresh air, as most laptops seem to be moving towards just Thunderbolt ports. The security options made signing in effortless, with two quick, more secure, and faster options than even the most complex alphanumeric passcode."
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About HP
HP, also known as Hewlett-Packard, is an American technology company that develops personal computers and computer peripherals. In the laptop industry, HP is known for its entry level Essential series laptops, its mid-range Pavilion, Envy, and Victus series, and high-end Omen and Spectre series, in addition to its business-oriented EliteBook, ProBook, and Dragonfly series laptops. HP laptops generally undercut other mainstream competitors in terms of price, placing itself as the value-oriented mainstream brand.
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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