For everyday tasks like browsing, document editing, and media consumption, the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 is an affordable choice; however, the MSI Prestige, being pricier, offers higher performance suited for demanding applications like video editing, 3D work, and light gaming. The MSI also tends to have better battery life and portability, making it ideal for users who travel often or work on the go. Choose the Lenovo for value and basic use, or invest in the MSI for advanced tasks and a more mobile-friendly experience. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14"
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has no clear advantages over the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo.
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Good speakers
Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
6.1/10
8.0/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
239.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.5/10
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo is very good for general use, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is only fair.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" often has less powerful CPUs and less RAM, resulting in slower performance for everyday tasks, whereas the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo typically comes with high-end CPUs and more RAM, ensuring smooth operation for a variety of applications. The MSI also offers superior screen quality, better portability, and longer battery life, making it a more reliable choice for users who need to work on the go.
Gaming and AI
5.5/10
6.8/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
10.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is poor.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is equipped with modest hardware that struggles with demanding graphics and lower screen refresh rates, making it less suitable for smooth gaming and 3D applications. In contrast, the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo has more capable graphics processing and a better screen refresh rate, enabling fairer performance for these tasks, although it's still not ideal for high-end gaming or professional 3D work.
Engineering and Design
5.5/10
8.0/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo is very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is poor.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" falls short for engineering and design tasks due to its less powerful CPU, limited RAM, and basic GPU, which can't handle demanding software smoothly, plus it has a lower screen quality which is crucial for precise design work. On the other hand, the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo offers a high-performance CPU, ample RAM, superior GPU, and high-quality display, making it suitable for intensive engineering applications, though it may be less portable and have a louder operating noise.
Content Creation
6.2/10
8.1/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo is very good for content creation, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is only fair.
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
6.4/10
7.9/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo is good for software development, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is only fair.
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
5.3/10
8.2/10
14.0in
SIZE
13.0in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
239.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has a screen that lacks sharpness and vibrancy due to lower resolution and brightness levels, making it less ideal for tasks that require visual clarity, such as browsing or document editing. The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo offers a higher resolution and brightness, providing crisp and vibrant visuals for detailed work in engineering and design, as its screen covers a wider range of colors, ensuring accuracy for professional tasks. However, for Gaming and 3D applications that rely on fluid motion, the MSI Prestige's screen may not refresh quickly enough to keep up, unlike specialized gaming laptops with higher refresh rates, resulting in less smooth visuals during fast-paced scenes.
Build Quality
6.0/10
7.4/10
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo has good build quality, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$153
$1,280
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has a price of $153 and the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo costs $1,280.
"The IdeaPad 1 14 is a simple machine, but it’s well-designed and has nearly everything you’d expect from a no-nonsense laptop that allows you to check emails and get schoolwork or other light tasks done with relative ease. A "true" 128GB SSD (as opposed to an eMMC drive) and a roomy 14-inch full HD display are arguably the star attractions, with the comfortable keyboard and reasonably modern styling playing important backup roles."
Get a great deal on the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" or the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo
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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