When deciding between the HP 17" Laptop and the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo, consider the following tradeoffs:
The HP 17" Laptop is generally less expensive, which can be a key factor if you're on a budget. It still offers good performance with an AMD Ryzen processor and ample memory for everyday tasks and light to moderate computing needs. It's larger with a 17-inch screen and heavier, which reduces portability but provides more screen real estate.
On the other hand, the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo is more costly but boasts superior performance, which is notably beneficial for 3D work, machine learning, or gaming. It has a high-resolution OLED screen, a more powerful graphics card, and doubled memory and storage capacity compared to the HP. The Prestige is also more compact and significantly lighter, enhancing its portability. It provides a better battery life, making it more suitable if you need to work on the move without frequent charging.
Consider your specific needs, whether they lean more towards everyday use and budget-friendliness, or towards high-end tasks and portability, when making your 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 16 AI Evo.
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo
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
Very good battery life
Very good speakers
Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.3/10
8.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
287.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
362.0 nits
5.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
12.0 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo is very good for general use, while the HP 17" Laptop is good.
The HP 17" Laptop has a decent processor and ample RAM for routine tasks, a larger screen with good image quality, and a number pad valuable for productivity, though it's heavier and has shorter battery life, making it less portable. The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo, on the other hand, boasts a more powerful processor, double the RAM, a higher-resolution OLED screen, and a significantly longer battery life in a lighter build, which enhances its portability for varied use, but at a higher cost.
Gaming and AI
6.2/10
6.7/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo and HP 17" Laptop are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo is somewhat better.
The HP 17" Laptop is equipped with integrated graphics which tend to be less powerful for gaming and 3D applications compared to the dedicated Intel Arc graphics found in the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo; both have similar screen refresh rates, which are sufficient for many games, but the MSI's higher screen quality and resolution provide a more vivid and detailed gaming experience. While the HP might handle games at lower settings, the MSI is better suited for higher-end gaming and 3D tasks due to its superior graphics capabilities and screen.
Engineering and Design
6.8/10
8.4/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo is very good for engineering and design, while the HP 17" Laptop is only fair.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Content Creation
7.2/10
8.6/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The MSI Prestige 16 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
8.5/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo 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
8.4/10
17.3in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
287.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
362.0 nits
The MSI Prestige 16 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.
For general use, the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo with its higher resolution and brighter display provides clearer and more vibrant visuals compared to the HP 17", which has decent image quality but doesn't stand out in resolution or brightness. Engineering and design professionals would favor the MSI Prestige due to its wider color gamuts, offering more accurate color representation crucial for detailed work, while the HP 17" offers only standard color accuracy. However, for gaming and 3D applications, both the HP 17" and MSI Prestige fall short because they lack high refresh rates, which are essential for smooth motion and responsiveness during fast-paced scenes.
Battery
5.5 Hours
12.0 Hours
The HP 17" Laptop has 5.5 hours of battery life. The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo has 12 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
3.3 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo and HP 17" Laptop both have good portability, though the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo 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 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
$1,399
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The HP 17" Laptop has a price of $850 and the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo costs $1,399.
"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 AI Evo is meant to be a business-focused laptop, but it ends up being the MacBook challenger PC laptop enthusiasts have longed for. Not only can it meet and, in many cases, surpass the M2-powered MacBooks, but it is also surpassing the baseline M3 MacBooks, which is a giant leap forward for Intel-powered laptops. This isn’t hyperbole; this is what the numbers show."
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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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