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Updated March 21, 2024·
When choosing between the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 and MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo, consider that the ThinkPad is built for durability and business-oriented tasks, often featuring a more comfortable keyboard and additional security features, which might be more suitable if you prioritize a robust machine for work. On the other hand, the MSI Prestige is designed with creators in mind, offering a high-resolution display and probably a lighter weight, making it more suitable for graphic design and video editing tasks while being more portable for travel. If you value long battery life over screen size, the MSI may be preferable, but keep in mind that the ThinkPad might offer better connectivity options with more ports. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkPad T14
- Very good for software development
- Very good overall build quality
- Excellent keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo
- Very good overall display quality
Key differences
General Use
8.5
8.0
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
321.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.5/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 and MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo are both very good for general use, though the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is somewhat better.
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 offers robust performance and durability with a comfortable keyboard, making it well-suited for everyday tasks, while the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo provides a high-quality screen and excellent portability with long battery life, ideal for users on the go who also need strong performance. Both laptops have ample CPU power and RAM, ensuring smooth operation, though the ThinkPad leans slightly more towards enterprise users and the Prestige towards creative professionals prioritizing display and mobility.
Screen Quality
6.9
8.2
14.0in
SIZE
13.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
321.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has a better screen than the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo for software development, and content creation, while the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo has a better screen for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
For general use, both the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 and MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo offer high-resolution screens with strong panel types and brightness, making text clear and images vivid, which enhances everyday activities like browsing and document editing. Engineers and designers will appreciate the expansive color range on both laptops, as it helps in precise color work and ensuring designs have accurate shading and hues. However, their lower refresh rates may not be suitable for gaming and 3D rendering, where smoother motion and quick screen updates are crucial for an immersive experience.
Build Quality
8.0
7.4
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has very good build quality, while the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
6.7
6.8
4.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.3/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo and Lenovo ThinkPad T14 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 and the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo both have integrated graphics rather than dedicated gaming GPUs, which limits their ability to handle intensive gaming and 3D tasks effectively; this is particularly true for games that require high frame rates and complex computations. Moreover, while these laptops may have decent CPUs and good screen quality, their standard refresh rates are not optimized for the split-second responsiveness demanded by high-end gaming experiences.
Engineering and Design
8.0
8.0
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
4.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 and MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo are both very good for engineering and design.
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 offers a robust CPU and ample RAM for engineering tasks, along with a high-quality screen and GPU capable of handling design applications, yet trades off with less portability and a noisier operating experience. The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo, on the other hand, provides a balance with sufficient processing power and screen clarity for design work, in a more portable package with a quieter operation, though it may have a less powerful GPU compared to the ThinkPad.
Content Creation
8.3
8.1
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 and MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo 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
8.3
7.9
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo ThinkPad T14 to be very good for software development, while the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo 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.
Battery
9.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has 9 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
Very Good
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
13.0in
2.9 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo and Lenovo ThinkPad T14 both have very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,241
$1,280
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
$2,000
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has a price of $1,241 and the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo costs $1,280.
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Spec Comparison
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| Lenovo ThinkPad T14 | MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,241 | $1,280 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | September 1, 2023 | February 1, 2024 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.5'' x 8.9'' x 0.7'' | 11.8'' x 8.3'' x 0.67'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.96 lbs | 3.53 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.51" | 11.77" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.93" | 8.27" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7840U | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 32 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 39.3 Wh | 73 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 13" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 2880 x 1800 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 321 nits | 415 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.5/10 | 8.6/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | Yes | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8.4/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1440p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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Benjamin Herzig | December 2023
"We like a lot about this laptop. It has many ports, with the inclusion of RJ45-Ethernet as a defining feature. WWAN is upgradable for maximum flexibility and the ThinkPad has many security functions. Working with the ThinkPad input devices is a lot of fun, and Lenovo puts in a serviceable Low Power panel. The AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 7840U delivers a great performance and does not drain the battery fast. Fan noise and temperatures are nothing special, but also far away from bad. With the user replaceable keyboard, the ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 has a special feature rarely present on most modern laptops."
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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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