When choosing between the Lenovo Flex 5 16 and the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo, consider that the Lenovo offers good value for everyday use with its versatile 2-in-1 design, which can be a boon for casual browsing and media consumption. However, if you require more power for tasks like video editing or intensive multitasking, the MSI Prestige's higher price tag brings you better performance. The MSI is also more portable due to its lighter weight, making it a better option for those constantly on the move. Consider the Lenovo for cost-effective versatility or the MSI for better performance and mobility. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo Flex 5 16
Very good battery life
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo
Very good for general use
Very good for content creation
Very good portability
Good speakers
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.2/10
6.8/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
2560 x 1600
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 Lenovo Flex 5 16 are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo is somewhat better.
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 offers modest gaming and 3D capabilities with a GPU that can handle some demand but not at the highest settings, and the screen refresh rate is adequate rather than optimal for fast-paced visuals. Meanwhile, the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo, with a similar GPU level, provides decent performance for casual gaming and basic 3D tasks, and although it has a good quality screen, it doesn't prioritize the high refresh rates desired by serious gamers.
Engineering and Design
7.2/10
7.8/10
6.9/10
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 Lenovo Flex 5 16 are both good for engineering and design, though the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo is somewhat better.
The Lenovo Flex 5 16, with its capable CPU, ample RAM, and dedicated GPU, provides the robust performance and high-quality screen necessary for demanding engineering and design tasks, while its keyboard quality and speaker performance are satisfactory. Meanwhile, the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo offers a balance of portability and power with a strong CPU, sufficient RAM, and integrated graphics that support less intensive graphical tasks, accompanied by a high-quality keyboard and quieter operation, though the screen and speakers are less impressive than the Lenovo's.
Screen Quality
7.3/10
7.8/10
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
400.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo has a better screen than the Lenovo Flex 5 16 for general use, gaming and AI, content creation, and software development.
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 and MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo both offer displays with adequate resolution and brightness for daily tasks and detailed work, making them suitable for general use and appealing for tasks that require precision, such as engineering and design. These laptops also cover a good range of color gamuts, ensuring that professionals who work with visual content can expect accurate color representation. However, they fall short for gaming and 3D because their screens don't support high refresh rates, which are crucial for smooth motion rendering in fast-paced gaming scenarios and responsive interaction with 3D models.
Battery
11.5 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 has 11.5 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.
Portability
Good
Very Good
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo has very good portability, while the Lenovo Flex 5 16 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$779
$1,300
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 has a price of $779 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 Lenovo Flex 5 16 is good.
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 offers satisfactory performance for everyday tasks with its decent processor and memory, but the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo, being lighter with a more powerful CPU and better screen quality, makes it superior for more demanding general use and easier to carry around. While both have adequate battery life for regular use, the MSI Prestige also tends to have a higher quality keyboard and manages heat and noise better, enhancing the overall user experience.
Content Creation
7.6/10
8.0/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
2560 x 1600
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 Lenovo Flex 5 16 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
7.5/10
7.7/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo and Lenovo Flex 5 16 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
7.0/10
7.4/10
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo and Lenovo Flex 5 16 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 Lenovo Flex 5 16 and the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo compare to other laptops
"The Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 is a solidly equipped, 2-in-1 in the lower price segment. Performance is definitely sufficient for everyday tasks and in tests the battery proved itself to be very economical. That aside, there is a lot of standard fare on show and a search for real highlights ends in vain. The low color coverage and reflective display can be avoided by going for an optional 2.5K display but this also presumably results in poorer battery life. The cooling uses only one fan and leads to a raised temperature on one side of the device under load. Additionally, there is very loud fan noise, also under load or when gaming. On top of that, we also occasionally noticed electronic noises."
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About Lenovo
Lenovo is a Chinese technology company, and one of the largest personal computer vendor. They are well known for a variety of technology products, including laptops. Their consumer series include their entry level IdeaPad and LOQ series and mid-to-high-end Yoga and Legion series. On the business-oriented side, their series include their entry-level ThinkBook series and mid-to-high-end ThinkPad series. Lenovo laptops offer strong performance for reasonable prices, and are often on sale.
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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