The Lenovo Flex 5 16 is a 2-in-1 convertible which can be used as both a laptop and a tablet, offering versatility for different modes of use. It has an Intel i7 processor, advantageous for performance. The MSI Prestige 14 with an Intel i5 processor is lighter, thus more portable; however, it lacks the 2-in-1 feature. Both have the same amount of storage and memory but differ in display size and aspect ratio; the Lenovo has a larger, taller screen which is better for productivity tasks, while the MSI has a traditional widescreen good for media consumption. If you prioritize portability and are fine with a non-convertible, the MSI makes sense; if you want a larger convertible screen and slightly better performance, the Lenovo is preferable. Both are often priced closely, so your choice may hinge on these usage and form factor preferences. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo Flex 5 16
Good overall display quality
Very good battery life
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 14
Very good portability
Good speakers
Key differences
Screen Quality
7.3/10
6.9/10
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
400.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
313.0 nits
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 has a better screen than the MSI Prestige 14 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
If you prioritize a vibrant and clear display for daily tasks and professional design work, the Lenovo Flex 5 16 and MSI Prestige 14 both offer panels with solid resolution and brightness, which make text sharp and colors pop for comfortable use and precise design tasks. Both notebooks cover a broad range of colors, essential for accurate rendering in engineering and design applications, ensuring the colors you see on screen closely match real-world hues. However, for gaming or working with 3D applications, their lower refresh rates compared to specialized gaming laptops may result in less fluid motion, making these laptops less suitable for action-packed games or creating highly responsive 3D simulations.
Battery
11.5 Hours
8.5 Hours
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 has 11.5 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
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
2.8 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The MSI Prestige 14 has very good portability, while the Lenovo Flex 5 16 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$779
$1,040
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 has a price of $779 and the MSI Prestige 14 costs $1,040.
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 and MSI Prestige 14 are both good for general use.
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 offers a robust CPU and a larger, higher-quality touchscreen display which doubles as a tablet, but it is heavier and has a shorter battery life, making it less portable than the MSI Prestige 14, which is very light and has a longer battery life yet features a smaller non-touch display and a slightly less powerful CPU.
Gaming and AI
6.2/10
6.2/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 and MSI Prestige 14 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 and the MSI Prestige 14 are considered fair for gaming and 3D because they both feature integrated Iris Xe graphics, which are decent for lighter gaming but not optimal for demanding titles or advanced 3D tasks. Additionally, both laptops have a screen refresh rate of 60Hz, which is standard for most tasks but may limit the smoothness of gameplay compared to displays with higher refresh rates.
Engineering and Design
7.2/10
7.1/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 and MSI Prestige 14 are both good for engineering and design.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Content Creation
7.6/10
7.5/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 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
7.5/10
7.3/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 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
7.0/10
7.4/10
The MSI Prestige 14 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 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."
"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."
Get a great deal on the Lenovo Flex 5 16 or the MSI Prestige 14
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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