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Updated January 10, 2024·
To assist you in choosing between the HP Envy x360 15" and the MSI Prestige 15, consider your usage needs. If battery life and portability are important, you might favor the HP Envy, which is typically more energy-efficient and easier to carry. For tasks that need more computing power, like video editing or 3D modeling, the MSI Prestige usually offers stronger performance. The MSI may also have a higher-quality display, which could be preferable for creative work. The HP Envy, often more budget-friendly, could be sufficient for general use, like web browsing or office applications. Keep in mind, you often pay more for the increased performance and higher specs of the MSI Prestige. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP Envy x360 15"
- Very good battery life
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 15
- Good for engineering and design
Key differences
Engineering and Design
6.5
7.2
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Prestige 15 is good for engineering and design, while the HP Envy x360 15" is only fair.
The HP Envy x360 15" is less suited for engineering and design due to its standard RAM, average-quality integrated graphics, and a screen that meets basic requirements in terms of resolution and color accuracy. Conversely, the MSI Prestige 15 offers more RAM, a dedicated and higher-performance graphics card, and a display with superior color accuracy and contrast ratio, all of which are crucial for demanding engineering applications and design work.
Screen Quality
6.2
6.8
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
271.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
298.0 nits
The MSI Prestige 15 has a better screen than the HP Envy x360 15" for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The HP Envy x360 15" likely offers a standard resolution and decent brightness, making it suitable for everyday tasks but its color gamut and panel type may not match the fidelity required for engineering applications. The MSI Prestige 15, with its higher resolution and superior brightness, provides crisp and vibrant visuals, significant for precise design work due to its wider color gamut coverage, yet both lack the high refresh rates desired for smooth 3D rendering and gaming experiences. Without high refresh rates, users interested in 3D work or gaming would notice less fluid motion and responsiveness.
Battery
10.0 Hours
7.5 Hours
The HP Envy x360 15" has 10 hours of battery life. The MSI Prestige 15 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.
Cost
$430
$1,044
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The HP Envy x360 15" has a price of $430 and the MSI Prestige 15 costs $1,044.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.2
7.5
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
271.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
298.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.5 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.7/10
The MSI Prestige 15 and HP Envy x360 15" are both good for general use.
The HP Envy x360 15" with a capable AMD CPU and reasonable RAM offers a flexible 2-in-1 form factor and long battery life for general use, while the MSI Prestige 15 steps up with a more powerful Intel CPU and double the RAM, accommodating more intense multitasking and productivity tasks, at the expense of slightly lower battery longevity and added portability due to its lighter weight. Both boast quality IPS screens with similar resolutions and high color accuracy, appealing to users who prioritize visual quality, but the MSI Prestige 15 has a better screen with higher brightness and color coverage, which enhances the viewing experience.
Gaming and AI
6.0
6.3
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The MSI Prestige 15 and HP Envy x360 15" are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The HP Envy x360 15" is not as well-suited for gaming and 3D applications because it uses integrated graphics with the AMD Ryzen 5 processor. Both laptops have similar screen refresh rates and quality, but the dedicated graphics card in the MSI Prestige 15 gives it an edge for handling more graphically intensive activities.
Content Creation
7.3
7.5
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Prestige 15 and HP Envy x360 15" are both good for content creation.
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
7.2
7.2
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 15 and HP Envy x360 15" 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
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
4.4 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The MSI Prestige 15 and HP Envy x360 15" both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.2
7.4
The MSI Prestige 15 and HP Envy x360 15" both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the HP Envy x360 15" and the MSI Prestige 15 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| HP Envy x360 15" | MSI Prestige 15 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$430 | $1,044 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2023 | January 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9'' x 0.72'' | 14.1'' x 9.2'' x 0.74'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.43 lbs | 3.73 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.07" | 14.05" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.99" | 9.2" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 5 7530U | Intel i5-1240P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 10 Hours | 7.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 55 Wh | 82 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 271 nits | 298 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.7/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8.8/10 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8.4/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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HP Envy x360 15"
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Matt Elliott | January 2023
"Despite its good looks, stellar webcam and comfortable keyboard, the Envy x360 15 is hard to recommend because of its dim, 16:9 display. If the display isn't an issue for you, just be sure to wait for a good sale price. Otherwise, a more modern two-in-one with a 16:10 display such as the Dell Inspiron 16 2-in-1 or Lenovo Yoga 7i 16 provides a larger workspace without adding much to the size and weight of the system."
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Mario Petzold | December 2022
"The MSI Prestige 15 offers a dazzling 4K image quality, and solid performance. The MSI Prestige 15 appears to consistently implement the guiding principle of throttling the solid and efficient hardware to such an extent that content creation succeeds perfectly. Performance-hungry tasks, on the other hand, are slowed down a little by the reduced power consumption. Conversely, this means that the case remains relatively cool and the dual fan subdued. The battery life also benefits somewhat. So the losses aren't really dramatic because full performance is still available for short bursts."
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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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