The HP 17" Laptop is a more affordable option with ample screen size, suitable for general use and light engineering tasks. It has moderate battery life and is slightly heavier, which may affect portability. On the other hand, the MSI Prestige 16, while more expensive, offers better performance for intensive engineering tasks, 3D rendering, and machine learning, with more storage and memory. It boasts a higher resolution screen, better battery life, and is lightweight, enhancing portability. Both have backlit keyboards and ample ports for peripherals, but the MSI has a higher refresh rate display, which is beneficial for fast-motion content. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP 17" Laptop
The HP 17" Laptop has no clear advantages over the MSI Prestige 16.
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 16
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Good battery life
Very good speakers
Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.3/10
8.4/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
287.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
400.0 nits
5.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.5 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
The MSI Prestige 16 is very good for general use, while the HP 17" Laptop is good.
The MSI Prestige 16 surpasses the HP 17" Laptop in key areas that significantly enhance general use; it has a more powerful CPU, superior RAM, higher screen resolution and quality, a more compact and lighter build for better portability, and longer battery life. Conversely, the HP 17" Laptop, while offering a larger screen, has less advanced specifications and features, which might affect its performance and user experience for demanding tasks despite its adequacy for everyday activities.
Gaming and AI
6.2/10
6.7/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The MSI Prestige 16 and HP 17" Laptop are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the MSI Prestige 16 is somewhat better.
The MSI Prestige 16 offers superior gaming and 3D performance with its more powerful integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics and a higher screen refresh rate of 165Hz compared to the HP 17" Laptop, which has an AMD Ryzen 7 7730U Vega 8 GPU and a standard 60Hz screen refresh rate. While the HP offers adequate capabilities for casual gaming, the MSI's GPU and refresh rate make it better suited for more demanding gaming and 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
6.8/10
8.2/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Prestige 16 is very good for engineering and design, while the HP 17" Laptop is only fair.
The MSI Prestige 16's superior performance for engineering and design is due to its higher capacity RAM, more powerful CPU, and better integrated graphics, coupled with a higher resolution and brighter screen that offers more accurate color reproduction.
Content Creation
7.2/10
8.3/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Prestige 16 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
8.1/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 16 is very good for software development, while the HP 17" Laptop is good.
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
8.3/10
17.3in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
287.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
400.0 nits
The MSI Prestige 16 has a better screen than the HP 17" Laptop for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, the HP 17" Laptop's larger screen offers ample workspace but may have lower resolution and brightness compared to the MSI Prestige 16, which likely has sharper imagery and better visibility in various lighting conditions due to its high-quality panel. In engineering and design tasks, color accuracy is crucial, and the MSI Prestige 16's superior color gamuts ensure that designers see more accurate colors, whereas the HP might not display colors as vividly or accurately. When it comes to 3D applications and gaming, the MSI Prestige 16's screen may not refresh as fast as dedicated gaming laptops, leading to less smooth motion, and even though the HP has a less suitable display for high-speed graphics, its size advantage does not compensate for the lower refresh rate.
Battery
5.5 Hours
7.5 Hours
The HP 17" Laptop has 5.5 hours of battery life. The MSI Prestige 16 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
Good
Good
17.3in
SIZE
16.0in
4.5 lbs
WEIGHT
4.2 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The MSI Prestige 16 and HP 17" Laptop both have good portability, though the MSI Prestige 16 has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.0/10
7.4/10
The MSI Prestige 16 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
$1,611
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The HP 17" Laptop has a price of $850 and the MSI Prestige 16 costs $1,611.
"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."
"The MSI Prestige 16 Evo: 2023's best value 16” thin & light laptop with i7-13700H. One of the top choices for professionals and students seeking a high-performance, portable computing solution in 2023. While the MSI Prestige 16 Evo A13M may not boast the most striking design compared to some other 16" options, its relatively "safe" styling lends itself well to professional and educational environments. Significantly, it doesn't compromise on essential features like port selection or cooling performance, ensuring seamless connectivity and efficient thermal management. The 16 Evo A13M offers an excellent combination of performance, portability, and functionality, making it a compelling choice for professionals and students alike."
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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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