If budget is a major consideration and you mainly use your laptop for everyday tasks like browsing, word processing, and media consumption, the HP 14" Laptop will likely serve your needs while being more cost-effective. However, if you require higher performance for tasks like video editing, 3D modeling, or gaming, the MSI Prestige 15, despite its higher price, offers a more powerful processor, better graphics capabilities, and a larger screen, which can provide a smoother and more efficient experience for these intensive tasks. The HP is more portable due to its smaller size and is typically easier to carry around. The MSI, while less portable due to its larger size, generally has a longer battery life, which can be beneficial for extended use without charging. Consider how much you value portability, battery life, and the performance needs of your specific computing tasks when making your decision. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP 14" Laptop
Very good portability
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 15
Good for general use
Good for engineering and design
Good for software development
Good overall build quality
Very 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
298.0 nits
8.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.5 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.7/10
The MSI Prestige 15 is good for general use, while the HP 14" Laptop is only fair.
The HP 14" Laptop has a lower amount of RAM and a less powerful processor than the MSI Prestige 15, contributing to its fair general use performance, whereas the Prestige's better screen quality, increased RAM, and robust processor support its good rating for such tasks.
Gaming and AI
5.8/10
6.3/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The MSI Prestige 15 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the HP 14" Laptop is poor.
The HP 14" Laptop has an integrated AMD GPU which is less powerful for gaming and 3D tasks than the dedicated Nvidia GPU found in the MSI Prestige 15; however, both laptops have a standard screen refresh rate, which may limit the smoothness in fast-paced games compared to laptops with higher refresh rates. Additionally, while the MSI has a more potent CPU and superior screen quality, the HP is more portable due to its smaller size and lighter weight, making it better suited for on-the-go use despite its fair performance in demanding applications.
Engineering and Design
6.0/10
7.2/10
4.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Prestige 15 is good for engineering and design, while the HP 14" Laptop is only fair.
The MSI Prestige 15 is better for engineering and design due to its more powerful Intel i5 processor, double the RAM for multitasking, a dedicated Nvidia GTX GPU for demanding tasks, and a higher-resolution display for clarity and color accuracy. The HP 14" Laptop, however, falls short because of its less powerful AMD Ryzen 5 CPU, integrated GPU that's less suited for intensive graphics work, and a less vibrant display, although it's lighter and hence more portable for on-the-go use.
Screen Quality
6.3/10
6.8/10
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
265.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
298.0 nits
The MSI Prestige 15 has a better screen than the HP 14" Laptop for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, the HP 14" may have a lower resolution or less brightness compared to the MSI Prestige 15, making it less vibrant and sharp. Engineers and designers may find the MSI Prestige 15 more suitable due to its wider color coverage, offering more accurate colors for professional work. Gaming and 3D applications may not perform optimally on either laptop due to lower refresh rates, which are crucial for smooth visuals in fast-paced scenarios.
Portability
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3.2 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The HP 14" Laptop has very good portability, while the MSI Prestige 15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.0/10
7.4/10
The MSI Prestige 15 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
$1,044
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The HP 14" Laptop has a price of $418 and the MSI Prestige 15 costs $1,044.
The MSI Prestige 15 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
7.2/10
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 15 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
7.5 Hours
The HP 14" Laptop has 8.5 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.
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How the HP 14" Laptop and the MSI Prestige 15 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 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 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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