If saving money is a priority and you need a laptop for everyday tasks, the HP EliteBook may be a suitable choice, generally offering dependable performance at a lower cost. However, if you require a laptop for more demanding applications, such as 3D modeling, machine learning, or gaming, investing in the MSI Prestige could provide you with higher performance capabilities. Keep in mind, though, that the MSI might be less portable due to its size and weight, and could also have a shorter battery life, affecting its convenience for on-the-go use. Consider your priorities carefully when choosing between cost, performance, portability, and battery life. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP EliteBook 845 G9
Very good overall build quality
Very good battery life
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo
Very good for general use
Very good for content creation
Key differences
Engineering and Design
7.2/10
7.8/10
6.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo and HP EliteBook 845 G9 are both good for engineering and design, though the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo is somewhat better.
The HP EliteBook 845 G9, with its robust CPU and GPU, excels in handling demanding engineering software, and its high-quality screen displays precise and vibrant visuals for design work; plus, ample RAM ensures smooth multitasking. On the other hand, the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo, while still offering good CPU and GPU performance for engineering tasks, is lighter and more portable, with a keyboard that's comfortable for long coding sessions, although it may be noisier than the HP under load.
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
402.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo has a better screen than the HP EliteBook 845 G9 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and software development.
For general use, both the HP EliteBook 845 G9 and MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo offer displays with adequate resolution and brightness, providing crisp and clear visuals suitable for everyday tasks like browsing and document editing. Engineering and design professionals benefit from these laptops' high color accuracy and broad color gamuts, ensuring that the work they create on-screen translates reliably to other mediums. However, neither laptop is optimal for gaming or 3D work because they lack high refresh rates, which are crucial for the smooth rendering of fast-moving images and complex animations.
Battery
12.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 has 12 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
8.0/10
7.4/10
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 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.
Cost
$740
$1,300
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 has a price of $740 and the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo costs $1,300.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo to be very good for general use, while the HP EliteBook 845 G9 is good.
The HP EliteBook 845 G9, with its competent CPU and RAM, offers reliable performance for everyday tasks while being easy to carry around, but the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo steps up with superior screen quality and battery life, enhancing the user experience for more demanding general use and making it worth the premium for those who need that extra edge. While both laptops manage heat and operating noise adeptly and have quality keyboards, the MSI's advantages in the key areas of performance and battery endurance give it an edge for users who prioritize a top-tier, portable general-use laptop.
Gaming and AI
6.3/10
6.8/10
3.7/10
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
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo and HP EliteBook 845 G9 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 and the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo both have GPUs that are adequate for light gaming and 3D work, but may not handle more demanding games and 3D applications smoothly, particularly at high settings, due to their screen refresh rates which are typically lower on business-oriented laptops. While both have decent processors and screen quality that contribute to overall performance and visual experience, they are not primarily designed for gaming or high-end 3D rendering tasks.
Content Creation
7.6/10
8.0/10
6.3/10
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 EliteBook 845 G9 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
7.7/10
7.7/10
6.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo and HP EliteBook 845 G9 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
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo and HP EliteBook 845 G9 both have very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the HP EliteBook 845 G9 and the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo compare to other laptops
"The high-end version of the HP EliteBook 845 G9 with a Ryzen 9 PRO 6950HS, 32GB of RAM and a 1 TB SSD packs a lot of power, but is still quiet and cool enough to operate in noise-sensitive environments. Quiet, cool and drawing on a massive 40 watts from the APU at the same time, however, is not possible. The 14-incher only has a single-fan solution and it only just manages to keep an near unthrottled Ryzen 9 in check."
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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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