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Updated March 13, 2024·
When choosing between the Lenovo V15 and the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo, consider your primary needs: if saving money is crucial and you use your laptop for basic tasks, the Lenovo is a solid, budget-friendly choice. However, if you need higher performance for tasks like 3D modeling, machine learning, or gaming, and if a lightweight, more portable design with longer battery life is important, investing in the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo could be worthwhile despite the higher price. Keep in mind the MSI also typically offers better build quality and a more premium feel. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo V15
- The Lenovo V15 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
- 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
8.0
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
231.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.5/10
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo is very good for general use, while the Lenovo V15 is good.
The Lenovo V15 offers adequate CPU and RAM for everyday tasks, along with a decent screen and satisfactory battery life, making it a solid choice for general use at a likely lower price point. In contrast, the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo, with its superior CPU, higher RAM capacity, and enhanced screen quality, excels in performance and portability, as well as longer battery life, justifying a higher cost for users who need a more powerful and travel-friendly laptop.
Gaming and AI
6.1
6.8
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
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo and Lenovo V15 are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo is somewhat better.
The Lenovo V15, with a modest GPU and standard screen refresh rate, offers a satisfactory experience for casual gaming and basic 3D tasks, but it might not handle high-end games or complex 3D modeling smoothly. On the other hand, the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo, while also having a fair GPU and refresh rate, might provide slightly better performance due to a more capable CPU and superior screen quality, enhancing the overall experience for gaming and 3D applications within a similar range.
Engineering and Design
6.3
8.0
4.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo is very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo V15 is only fair.
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo offers superior CPU, RAM, GPU, and screen quality which are crucial for demanding engineering and design tasks, making it a strong choice for those needs. While the Lenovo V15 provides adequate performance for such tasks, its hardware is not as powerful as the MSI's, but it may appeal to those who value a balance between portability and capability.
Content Creation
7.3
8.1
4.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo is very good for content creation, while the Lenovo V15 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
7.1
7.9
4.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 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 V15 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
5.4
8.2
15.6in
SIZE
13.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
231.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo has a better screen than the Lenovo V15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, the Lenovo V15's screen falls short due to lackluster resolution and brightness, making it less suitable for daily tasks that involve reading text or viewing images; the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo, however, features a higher resolution and brighter screen, providing a crisp and vibrant display that enhances the overall user experience. When it comes to engineering and design, the MSI Prestige excels with a wide color gamut that ensures accurate color representation critical for detailed work, while the Lenovo's limited color coverage may result in less precise color output. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the MSI's limited refresh rate could lead to less fluid motion compared to laptops with higher refresh rates, despite its superior resolution and color quality.
Portability
Good
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
13.0in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo has very good portability, while the Lenovo V15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.7
7.4
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo has good build quality, while the Lenovo V15 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$579
$1,280
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Lenovo V15 has a price of $579 and the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo costs $1,280.
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Battery
8.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Lenovo V15 has 8 hours of battery life. The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo has 8 hours of battery life.
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Spec Comparison
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| Lenovo V15 | MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$579 | $1,280 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2022 | February 1, 2024 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.3'' x 0.78'' | 11.8'' x 8.3'' x 0.67'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.75 lbs | 3.53 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.1" | 11.77" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.3" | 8.27" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 5 5500U | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 1 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 38 Wh | 73 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 13" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | TN | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2880 x 1800 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 231 nits | 415 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.7/10 | 8.6/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8.8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 4.8/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 480p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | No | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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Marvin Gollor | April 2022
"The strengths of the Lenovo V15 G2 AMD lie in its expandability of the RAM and allowing you to use two SSDs, in its performance that goes beyond everyday applications thanks to AMD's hexa-core CPU and Vega-7 iGPU, in its good keyboard, and its relatively robust case. In addition, the battery life of the office laptop is also acceptable, and the device stays cool and relatively quiet."
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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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