The Lenovo Flex 5 16 is a 2-in-1 convertible laptop that allows usage as both a laptop and a tablet, offering versatility for someone who values flexibility and a lower price point. Its performance, while sufficient for general use, might lag behind in intensive tasks. The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo, on the other hand, is higher-priced but comes with a more powerful processor and graphics, double the memory and storage, and an OLED screen which is superior for vibrant colors and contrasts, making it better suited for tasks like 3D design, machine learning, gaming, or engineering. It's also lighter, which enhances portability, but the higher specs may lead to shorter battery life. Choose the Lenovo for affordability and convertible convenience or the MSI for high-end performance and better display quality. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo Flex 5 16
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 has no clear advantages over the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo.
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Very good speakers
Key differences
General Use
7.6/10
8.6/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
400.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
362.0 nits
11.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
12.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo is very good for general use, while the Lenovo Flex 5 16 is good.
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo surpasses the Lenovo Flex 5 16 in several important aspects including a more powerful CPU, double the RAM, a higher-resolution OLED screen, and a significantly larger battery, which contributes to its higher overall performance and screen quality for general use, albeit with a higher price. However, the Lenovo Flex 5 16, while offering a lower-resolution IPS touchscreen and less impressive specifications, still delivers adequate performance for general use at a potentially more attractive price point and the added versatility of a 2-in-1 design.
Engineering and Design
7.2/10
8.4/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo is very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo Flex 5 16 is good.
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo surpasses the Lenovo Flex 5 16 in engineering and design use primarily due to its more powerful main processor, double the RAM, and advanced GPU, which are very important for such tasks; the higher screen quality with OLED technology also contributes to better visual detail and color accuracy. Although the Lenovo also has a high-quality IPS display and is a good choice for design, its lower RAM and less powerful integrated GPU indicate it is better suited for less demanding engineering tasks, while also being slightly heavier and thicker which affects portability.
Content Creation
7.6/10
8.6/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo is 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
8.5/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo is very good for software development, while the Lenovo Flex 5 16 is good.
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.
Screen Quality
7.3/10
8.4/10
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
400.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
362.0 nits
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo has a better screen than the Lenovo Flex 5 16 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
If you prioritize a high-quality display for everyday tasks, the Lenovo Flex 5 16's combination of resolution and brightness will serve you well, while the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo steps up with an even brighter and sharper display that makes details pop. For engineering and design work, the MSI Prestige's superior color reproduction covers a wider range of the color spectrum, ensuring more accurate and vivid images. However, neither is ideal for gaming or 3D work due to their lower refresh rates, despite having decent resolutions and panel types.
Cost
$779
$1,349
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 has a price of $779 and the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo costs $1,349.
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo and Lenovo Flex 5 16 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Lenovo Flex 5 16, with its Intel Iris Xe graphics, is adequate for gaming and 3D applications but may not offer the higher quality performance or visuals that games can utilize; in contrast, the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo includes a more powerful Intel Arc graphics card and an OLED screen, which generally provides better gaming and 3D performance with richer visuals.
Battery
11.5 Hours
12.0 Hours
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 has 11.5 hours of battery life. The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo has 12 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
Good
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.3 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo and Lenovo Flex 5 16 both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.0/10
7.4/10
The MSI Prestige 16 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 16 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."
"The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo is meant to be a business-focused laptop, but it ends up being the MacBook challenger PC laptop enthusiasts have longed for. Not only can it meet and, in many cases, surpass the M2-powered MacBooks, but it is also surpassing the baseline M3 MacBooks, which is a giant leap forward for Intel-powered laptops. This isn’t hyperbole; this is what the numbers show."
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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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