When choosing between the larger HP 17" laptop and the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo, consider that the larger screen of the HP may be preferable for viewing content and working with multiple windows, yet it's likely heavier and less convenient for travel. If you prioritize portability and potentially better battery life, the MSI Prestige's smaller size could be a better fit. The MSI may also offer superior performance for demanding tasks like 3D work or high-end programming, but it is usually more expensive. If budget is a concern and your tasks are more general use, the HP could suffice and save you money. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP 17" Laptop
The HP 17" Laptop has no clear advantages over the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo.
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Very good portability
Good battery life
Good speakers
Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.3/10
8.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
287.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
5.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.5/10
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo is very good for general use, while the HP 17" Laptop is good.
The HP 17" Laptop offers a larger screen for comfortable viewing and ample RAM for multitasking, but its size and weight make it less portable compared to the more compact and lightweight MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo, which boasts a high-quality CPU for better performance and longer battery life suited for on-the-go users, despite both having good screen quality. The MSI also provides a balance of good keyboard and speaker quality, ample storage, and effective management of operating noise and heat, making it a versatile option for varied tasks.
Gaming and AI
6.2/10
6.8/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo and HP 17" Laptop are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo is somewhat better.
The HP 17" Laptop, with a larger screen size, generally offers a more immersive gaming and 3D experience, with an adequate GPU and decent screen refresh rate, but can be less powerful in graphics performance compared to specialized gaming laptops. The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo, while highly portable with a better CPU and screen quality, might not match the HP in screen size or gaming-specific features, making both fair but not exceptional choices for gaming and 3D tasks.
Engineering and Design
6.8/10
8.0/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo is very good for engineering and design, while the HP 17" Laptop is only fair.
The HP 17" Laptop, with its larger screen, provides a spacious visual canvas that's beneficial for engineering and design tasks, while robust CPU, ample RAM, and a dedicated GPU ensure it can handle complex software with ease. The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo, although more portable due to its smaller size, also offers a high-quality, color-accurate display and powerful internals to support engineering work, but with increased portability, it might have a slight edge in keyboard and speaker quality, and typically runs quieter.
Content Creation
7.2/10
8.1/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo is very good for content creation, while the HP 17" Laptop 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
7.1/10
7.9/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo and HP 17" Laptop are both good for software development, though the MSI Prestige 13 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
6.6/10
8.2/10
17.3in
SIZE
13.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
287.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo has a better screen than the HP 17" Laptop for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The HP 17" Laptop, with its relatively lower resolution and dimmer display, offers an adequate visual experience for everyday tasks but might not provide the detail and vibrancy needed for precision in engineering and design, nor the fast refresh rates required for smooth visuals in Gaming and 3D applications. The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo provides very good screen quality for general use and professional design work due to its higher resolution and superior color accuracy, which cover a wide range of the color spectrum, but it falls short for gaming and 3D because while it has a suitable resolution and panel type for detail, its refresh rate isn't high enough for the most fluid gameplay. For engineering, design, and general use the MSI stands out for detail and color reproduction, but if gaming or working with 3D content is your priority, neither of these options is ideal due to their inadequate refresh rates.
Battery
5.5 Hours
8.0 Hours
The HP 17" Laptop has 5.5 hours of battery life. The MSI Prestige 13 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
Good
Very Good
17.3in
SIZE
13.0in
4.5 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo has very good portability, while the HP 17" Laptop has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.0/10
7.4/10
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo has good build quality, while the HP 17" Laptop has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$850
$1,280
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The HP 17" Laptop has a price of $850 and the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo costs $1,280.
"As far as starter laptops go, the HP Laptop 17 is a sound investment. Sure, it might not be the lightest of options, but what you get for the price is a well-rounded machine that fits multiple niches. Whether it be office duties that require you to multi-task between multiple programs, or study tasks in which you’ll spend hours browsing online, this laptop does it all. Plus, when it's time to unwind, you can watch your favorite shows or movies on a super-wide display. What's best of all is that you can do all this for about half a day on a single charge."
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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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