If you are looking for a laptop for general use and prioritize saving money, the Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 offers good value and typically costs less than the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo. On the other hand, if you need a laptop with higher performance for tasks like 3D design, machine learning, or gaming, you may find the MSI Prestige worth the extra investment. Consider that laptops built for performance often have shorter battery life and may be less portable due to increased weight and size. Choose the Lenovo if you prefer longer battery life and easier carrying, while the MSI should be your pick for more demanding applications. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14
Very good battery life
Very good speakers
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo
Very good for engineering and design
Very good overall display quality
Key differences
Screen Quality
7.4/10
8.2/10
14.5in
SIZE
13.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
90Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
334.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo has a better screen than the Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
For general use, the Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 provides a balance of resolution and brightness that caters well to everyday tasks, while the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo offers even higher resolution and brightness, making for sharper and more vibrant displays. In engineering and design, both the Lenovo and MSI have color gamuts that cover a wide spectrum, ensuring that colors are accurately represented for professional work; however, the MSI's very good adherence to color standards gives it a slight edge. When it comes to gaming and 3D applications, despite their high resolutions and adequate panel types, both the Lenovo and MSI fall short due to their lower refresh rates, which are crucial for smooth motion and fast-paced visuals.
Battery
12.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 has 12 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.
Cost
$1,200
$1,280
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
$2,000
The Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 has a price of $1,200 and the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo costs $1,280.
The Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 and MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo are both very good for general use.
The Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 offers a balance of a high-quality CPU, ample RAM, and a crisp screen, making it a strong choice for everyday tasks, while maintaining a level of portability and battery life that suits on-the-go users. The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo, on the other hand, stands out for similar reasons, and its added emphasis on portability and screen quality makes it ideal for professionals who prioritize a lightweight laptop with a display that's easy on the eyes during prolonged use.
Gaming and AI
6.7/10
6.8/10
4.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
90Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo and Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 outperforms the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo for gaming and 3D applications due to its superior graphics processing unit (GPU) and higher screen refresh rate, both of which are crucial for smooth and visually detailed gameplay. While both laptops have capable CPUs and good screen quality, the GPU and refresh rate are more significant for this particular use case, giving the Lenovo an edge in these activities.
Engineering and Design
7.7/10
8.0/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
4.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo to be very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 is good.
The Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14, with its high-performing CPU, ample RAM, and dedicated GPU, is well-suited for demanding tasks like 3D modeling and large-scale data processing, bolstered by its high-quality screen. Meanwhile, the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo, though more lightweight and thus easier to carry around, also offers a powerful CPU and impressive RAM, albeit with a less robust GPU, which still supports less intensive engineering applications effectively, and it features a good keyboard and quieter operation which can be beneficial for extended work sessions.
Content Creation
8.0/10
8.1/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo and Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 are both very 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
7.8/10
7.9/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo and Lenovo Slim Pro 7 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.
Portability
Very Good
Very Good
14.5in
SIZE
13.0in
3.5 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo and Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 both have very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8/10
7.4/10
The Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 and MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo 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 Slim Pro 7 14 and the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo compare to other laptops
"The Lenovo Slim Pro 7 is an attractive, portable laptop that’s ideal if you need a combination of CPU and GPU performance. It also nails the fundamentals with solid connectivity, an enjoyable keyboard, a large touchpad, and top-notch webcam. Display quality is a weakness, but it’s an acceptable compromise for the laptop’s extremely competitive $1,199 MSRP. The Slim Pro 7 is a versatile, affordable laptop and hard to beat for the price."
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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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