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Updated January 10, 2024·
The HP Omen 15 is more expensive than the MSI Prestige 14 but offers better performance for intensive tasks like gaming, 3D rendering, or machine learning due to its more powerful processor and dedicated graphics card. With its larger screen and higher refresh rate, it's better suited for an immersive visual experience but is heavier, making it less portable. Conversely, the MSI Prestige 14, while less costly and more lightweight, making it highly portable, provides lower performance with an integrated graphics card, making it better suited for general use or less demanding engineering tasks. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP Omen 15
- Good for gaming and AI
- Good overall display quality
- Very good battery life
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 14
- Very good portability
- Good speakers
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.6
6.2
7.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The HP Omen 15 is good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Prestige 14 is only fair.
The HP Omen 15 is better suited for gaming and 3D applications due to its more powerful Nvidia RTX 3070 graphics card and higher screen refresh rate of 144Hz, while the MSI Prestige 14 is limited by its Intel i5-1240P Iris Xe integrated graphics and a standard refresh rate of 60Hz. Both laptops have similar screen quality, but the GPU and screen refresh rate significantly impact gaming and 3D performance, making the HP Omen 15 the better option for these purposes.
Engineering and Design
7.9
7.1
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
7.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The HP Omen 15 and MSI Prestige 14 are both good for engineering and design, though the HP Omen 15 is somewhat better.
The HP Omen 15 is equipped with a high-end AMD Ryzen CPU and Nvidia RTX GPU, making it powerful for handling engineering software and design work that requires advanced graphics processing, plus it sports a high refresh rate screen for smoother visuals. On the other hand, the MSI Prestige 14 offers a balance of performance and portability with its Intel CPU and integrated graphics, and boasts a greater screen pixel density and wider color coverage, enhancing visual accuracy for design tasks, all while being significantly lighter and more portable.
Screen Quality
7.3
6.9
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
318.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
313.0 nits
The HP Omen 15 has a better screen than the MSI Prestige 14 for general use, gaming and AI, software development, and content creation.
For general use, both HP Omen 15 and MSI Prestige 14 provide sharp visuals and ample brightness, making text clear and colors vivid, which is pleasant for everyday tasks like browsing and video streaming. In engineering and design, both laptops offer a range of colors that closely match real-world hues, necessary for precision in visual projects. However, for gaming and 3D applications, their screens refresh less frequently, leading to choppier motion and less fluid gameplay, which may disappoint avid gamers or professionals in 3D modeling.
Battery
10.0 Hours
8.5 Hours
The HP Omen 15 has 10 hours of battery life. The MSI Prestige 14 has 8.5 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
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
5.4 lbs
WEIGHT
2.8 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The MSI Prestige 14 has very good portability, while the HP Omen 15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$800
$1,040
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The HP Omen 15 has a price of $800 and the MSI Prestige 14 costs $1,040.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.9
7.5
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
318.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
313.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.5 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.8/10
The HP Omen 15 and MSI Prestige 14 are both good for general use.
The HP Omen 15, with its robust CPU and dedicated graphics, ample RAM, and a high refresh rate screen, is well-equipped for general use and more demanding tasks, but it's heavier and has average battery life. On the other hand, the MSI Prestige 14 provides a balance of solid performance with its capable CPU, good RAM, and high-quality screen, and shines in portability due to its lighter weight and compact design, albeit with less battery life and storage capacity compared to the Omen.
Content Creation
7.8
7.5
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The HP Omen 15 and MSI Prestige 14 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
7.6
7.3
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The HP Omen 15 and MSI Prestige 14 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.
Build Quality
7.2
7.4
The MSI Prestige 14 and HP Omen 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 Omen 15 and the MSI Prestige 14 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| HP Omen 15 | MSI Prestige 14 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$800 | $1,040 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | December 1, 2021 | April 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.4'' x 0.9'' | 12.6'' x 8.6'' x 0.63'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.42 lbs | 2.84 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.09" | 12.56" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.44" | 8.62" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 5800H | Intel i5-1240P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 10 Hours | 8.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 70.9 Wh | 53.8 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 318 nits | 313 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.1/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.3/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 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 | 3 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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HP Omen 15
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Florian Glaser | January 2021
"We consider around 1,260 Euros (~$1530) for a Ryzen 7 4800H, a GeForce RTX 2060, a 512 GB SSD and 16 GB dual-channel RAM to be a good offer that appeals to price-conscious gamers. Very high details are rarely a problem in the native resolution of 1,920 x 1,080. Buyers will also be spoiled with a top-notch battery life that even beats most other notebook classes. If HP now improves the speed of the WLAN module, the stability of the case and the repeatedly criticized picture quality, the competition will have to dress extra warmly."
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Collin Probst | September 2022
"The MSI Prestige 14” is excellent for productivity and business use cases, but it is not ideal for creators or visual content editors. The Prestige was able to power through days of email, spreadsheets, and text documents without breaking a sweat and was a joy to use. The additional ports were a breath of fresh air, as most laptops seem to be moving towards just Thunderbolt ports. The security options made signing in effortless, with two quick, more secure, and faster options than even the most complex alphanumeric passcode."
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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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