When making a choice between the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" and the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo, consider that the Lenovo is more budget-friendly, which can be suitable for everyday tasks like browsing and word processing. In contrast, the MSI, despite its higher price, offers better performance for demanding applications such as 3D design, machine learning, or gaming. The MSI is also more portable due to its smaller size and likely has a longer battery life, making it a good fit for users who need to work on the go. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15"
Very good battery life
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Very good portability
Good speakers
Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.3/10
8.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
300.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.5/10
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo is very good for general use, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" is good.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" offers basic CPU and RAM configurations which are sufficient for everyday tasks and casual use, along with a decent screen; however, its larger size and average battery life make it less portable than the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo, which boasts a more powerful CPU and RAM for smoother multitasking, a higher quality screen for clearer visuals, all in a lightweight design with longer battery life, enhancing its portability and overall performance for demanding applications. The MSI also provides better storage options, a more comfortable keyboard, superior speakers, and generally operates quieter and cooler which adds to its appeal for users requiring a more premium experience.
Gaming and AI
6.1/10
6.8/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
9.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo and Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo is somewhat better.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" has a basic integrated GPU which can handle light gaming and some 3D tasks but doesn't excel in higher-end gaming or complex 3D rendering due to its screen's standard refresh rate. The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo, with a slightly better integrated GPU and a similar screen refresh rate, provides marginally improved performance for those activities while also offering a superior CPU and better screen quality, which can enhance the overall experience.
Engineering and Design
6.6/10
8.0/10
5.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
12.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo is very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" is only fair.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" has more modest CPU, RAM, and GPU capabilities, which may limit performance for complex engineering tasks, while the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo offers stronger processing power and graphics, enhancing its ability to handle demanding software with better screen quality for detailed work. Although the Lenovo is larger and less portable, it might have a slight edge in keyboard comfort for prolonged typing, but the MSI shines in portability, making it easier to work on-the-go despite possibly having a louder operating noise due to its higher performance components.
Content Creation
7.4/10
8.1/10
5.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
12.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo is very good for content creation, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" 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
7.3/10
7.9/10
5.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
12.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo and Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" are both good for software development, though the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo is somewhat better.
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
6.4/10
8.2/10
15.6in
SIZE
13.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
300.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, the Lenovo IdeaPad's screen may not be as sharp or bright, making it adequate but not ideal for browsing and video streaming, while the MSI Prestige's superior resolution and brightness offer a more vivid and crisp viewing experience. In engineering and design, the MSI Prestige stands out due to its broader color gamut coverage, essential for color-accurate tasks, whereas the Lenovo's more limited color range may not render colors as precisely. For gaming and 3D applications, both laptops fall short because they lack high refresh rates, meaning neither is optimal for fast-paced visuals, though both can handle less demanding graphics work.
Battery
10.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" has 10 hours of battery life. The MSI Prestige 13 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
15.6in
SIZE
13.0in
3.5 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo has very good portability, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.0/10
7.4/10
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo has good build quality, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$741
$1,280
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" has a price of $741 and the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo costs $1,280.
"The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" is affordable and pretty efficient. At the end of the day, the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 (15″, 2023) is one of the better affordable laptops money can buy right now. It has a decent performance, albeit coming from a CPU that is based on old architecture. Playing low-intensity games is possible but at low to medium settings. We are really happy with the cooling setup, but the main event here is the battery life. We got 9 hours of either Web browsing or video playback, which is a great result. Especially if you compare this device with the ASUS E410."
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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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