When deciding between the HP 17" laptop and the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo, consider that the larger screen on the HP offers a more comfortable viewing experience, which can be better for multitasking and media consumption, but it also means the laptop will be bulkier and less portable. The MSI, on the other hand, is likely to be more portable due to its smaller size, may offer better performance for demanding tasks like 3D modeling or machine learning, and typically has a higher build quality. However, you'll pay more for the MSI, and if portability and high-end tasks are not your priority, the HP could be a more cost-effective choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP 17" Laptop
The HP 17" Laptop has no clear advantages over the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo.
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo
Very good for general use
Good for engineering and design
Very good for content creation
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
1920 x 1200
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 14 AI Evo is very good for general use, while the HP 17" Laptop is good.
The HP 17" laptop offers a larger screen and comfortable keyboard, making it suitable for everyday tasks and entertainment, but its larger size may reduce portability and battery life compared to smaller laptops. The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo, with its high-quality CPU, ample RAM, and superior portability due to its smaller form factor and longer battery life, excels for users needing performance and mobility, even though it might have a higher price and a somewhat smaller screen.
Gaming and AI
6.2/10
6.8/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
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 14 AI Evo and HP 17" Laptop are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo is somewhat better.
The HP 17" laptop offers a larger screen for immersion in gaming and 3D tasks, but may have a lower GPU and screen refresh rate, leading to fair performance. In contrast, the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo, though more portable with a smaller screen, also has moderate GPU capabilities and screen refresh rate, making it fairly suitable for these tasks as well.
Engineering and Design
6.8/10
7.8/10
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 14 AI Evo is good for engineering and design, while the HP 17" Laptop is only fair.
The HP 17" laptop provides a larger screen and generally comes with high-performance CPUs and GPUs, along with ample RAM, which are essential for demanding engineering applications and design work that require detailed visuals and complex calculations. Whereas, the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo offers a balance of powerful CPU and RAM, high-quality display for crisp visuals, and better portability due to its smaller size, but with somewhat lower graphical power compared to larger laptops.
Content Creation
7.2/10
8.0/10
6.9/10
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 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
7.7/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo and HP 17" Laptop 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
6.6/10
7.8/10
17.3in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
287.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
The MSI Prestige 14 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 offers sufficient resolution and brightness for everyday tasks and standard engineering software, making it a suitable option for casual users and professionals who do not prioritize color accuracy. The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo provides higher resolution and better color reproduction, catering to engineering and design professionals who need precise color details for their work. However, neither laptop is ideal for gaming or 3D modeling due to their lower refresh rates, which can lead to less fluid visuals in fast-paced scenarios.
Battery
5.5 Hours
8.0 Hours
The HP 17" Laptop has 5.5 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
Good
Very Good
17.3in
SIZE
14.0in
4.5 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The MSI Prestige 14 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 14 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
$1,300
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The HP 17" Laptop has a price of $850 and the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo costs $1,300.
"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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