When choosing between the HP Dragonfly Pro and the MSI Prestige, consider what you'll be using the laptop for. If you need high performance for tasks like 3D modeling, machine learning, or gaming, the MSI Prestige often has more horsepower to handle those activities. However, it can be less portable and have shorter battery life compared to the HP Dragonfly Pro, which is lighter and might be more suitable for day-to-day tasks like web browsing, document editing, and video streaming. The HP is also typically more affordable, which can be a significant factor if budget is a primary concern. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP Dragonfly Pro 14"
Very good overall build quality
Very good battery life
Best in class speakers
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo
Very good for content creation
Key differences
Screen Quality
7.1/10
7.8/10
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
405.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo has a better screen than the HP Dragonfly Pro 14" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and software development.
The HP Dragonfly Pro and MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo both have screens that deliver sharp images and bright displays, making them suitable for general use where clarity and visibility are central. For engineering and design, both laptops offer wide color coverage, crucial for accurate color representation, which professionals in those fields require. However, neither laptop excels in gaming or 3D applications, where high refresh rates are essential for smooth visuals, and neither of these models focuses on those high refresh rates.
Battery
10.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" has 10 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.
Build Quality
8.5/10
7.4/10
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" has very good build quality, while the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" and MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo are both very good for general use.
The HP Dragonfly Pro offers a balance of performance and portability with a high-quality CPU and RAM for smooth multitasking, a vibrant screen for clarity, and a lightweight design coupled with long battery life, making it convenient for users on the go. The MSI Prestige, while also providing a high-grade CPU and ample RAM ensuring efficient performance, leans toward professionals with its focus on screen accuracy and superior storage options, yet still maintains a degree of portability and battery endurance favorable for everyday use.
Gaming and AI
6.5/10
6.8/10
3.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo and HP Dragonfly Pro 14" are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" and the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo both have integrated graphics rather than dedicated GPUs, which limits their ability to handle high-end gaming and complex 3D tasks; they're not the best for those who need top gaming performance. Additionally, while both laptops have decent processors and good screen quality, they lack the higher screen refresh rates preferred for smooth gaming visuals, making them better suited for general use or less demanding creative tasks.
Engineering and Design
7.6/10
7.8/10
7.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
3.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo and HP Dragonfly Pro 14" are both good for engineering and design.
The HP Dragonfly Pro, with its high-quality CPU and ample RAM, offers robust performance for engineering software, while its GPU and screen quality cater to the needs of designers who require accurate color representation and detail. On the other hand, the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo is also equipped with a powerful CPU and sufficient memory, but stands out with a more advanced GPU for complex 3D tasks, and both devices maintain portability and have quality keyboards, although trade-offs include speaker performance and potential operating noise during heavy use.
Content Creation
7.9/10
8.0/10
7.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo to be very good for content creation, while the HP Dragonfly Pro 14" 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
7.8/10
7.7/10
7.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" and MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo are both good for software development.
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.
Portability
Very Good
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
3.4 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo and HP Dragonfly Pro 14" both have very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,400
$1,300
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" has a price of $1,400 and the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo costs $1,300.
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How the HP Dragonfly Pro 14" and the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo compare to other laptops
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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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