If you're looking for higher performance, especially for gaming or more demanding applications, the MSI Bravo 15 with its dedicated graphics card might serve you better. However, it will be heavier and might not have as long battery life as the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo, which offers greater portability and is better suited for business or general use with its ultraportable design. The Prestige typically comes at a higher price, but you'll benefit from its sleekness and likely longer battery life, which could be important if you often work on the go. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI Bravo 15
Good for gaming and AI
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
Very good portability
Good speakers
Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.1/10
8.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
267.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
6.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.5/10
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo is very good for general use, while the MSI Bravo 15 is good.
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo, with its high-quality CPU and RAM, offers better performance and efficiency for everyday tasks, along with a superior screen, longer battery life, and greater portability, making it a suitable choice for users who prioritize mobility and general use performance. While the MSI Bravo 15 provides a decent level of performance that meets basic needs, its bulkier design and shorter battery span make it less ideal for on-the-go use, though it might be a more budget-friendly option.
Engineering and Design
7.2/10
8.0/10
7.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
7.1/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo is very good for engineering and design, while the MSI Bravo 15 is good.
The MSI Bravo 15 offers a robust CPU and GPU combo which is crucial for engineering and design tasks, along with high-quality screen and ample RAM for efficient multitasking, but it tends to be less portable. The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo provides a balance with a high-quality screen and good performance components in a more portable form, and it also includes a comfortable keyboard, but its smaller size might limit the power of the GPU compared to the Bravo 15.
Content Creation
7.1/10
8.1/10
7.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo is very good for content creation, while the MSI Bravo 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
6.8/10
7.9/10
7.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
8.0 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 is good for software development, while the MSI Bravo 15 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
6.9/10
8.2/10
15.6in
SIZE
13.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
267.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo has a better screen than the MSI Bravo 15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The MSI Bravo 15's screen is suitable for general use due to its adequate resolution and brightness, but for engineering and design, the limited color gamut coverage affects the display of precise colors, which is fundamental in these fields. The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo excels in general use and engineering and design applications by offering a high-resolution display with a broad color spectrum, ensuring sharp and accurate color representation critical for detailed work. However, both laptops fall short for Gaming and 3D tasks because they lack high refresh rates, which are essential for smooth visuals and a better experience in fast-paced games and complex 3D applications.
Battery
6.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The MSI Bravo 15 has 6 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
Fair
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
13.0in
4.9 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo has very good portability, while the MSI Bravo 15 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.7/10
7.4/10
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo has good build quality, while the MSI Bravo 15 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$862
$1,280
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The MSI Bravo 15 has a price of $862 and the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo costs $1,280.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Bravo 15 to be good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo is only fair.
The MSI Bravo 15 boasts a more powerful GPU and higher screen refresh rate, making it better suited for gaming and 3D tasks that demand fast and smooth visual performance. While the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo has decent processing power and screen quality, its less capable GPU and lower refresh rate mean it won't handle these tasks as well, especially where quick graphics rendering is crucial.
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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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