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Updated March 22, 2024·
If you're focused on heavy creative work like video editing or 3D rendering, the MSI Creator M14, typically more expensive, offers robust performance suited for these tasks despite being less portable and having shorter battery life. For everyday use, lightweight tasks, and greater mobility, the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo is more cost-effective, with longer battery life making it ideal for on-the-go users who prioritize endurance and portability over high-end performance. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI Creator M14
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo
- Very good portability
- Good battery life
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.3
6.8
6.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Creator M14 is good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo is only fair.
The MSI Creator M14 has a superior GPU and a higher screen refresh rate, making it better suited for gaming and 3D tasks that demand fluid motion and detailed graphics. While the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo offers decent performance with a capable CPU and good screen quality, its GPU and screen refresh rate are not as high-end, which makes it less ideal for graphics-intensive tasks.
Engineering and Design
8.4
7.8
8.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
6.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Creator M14 is very good for engineering and design, while the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo is good.
The MSI Creator M14 typically offers higher-end CPU and GPU configurations along with more RAM, which are very important for demanding engineering and design applications, ensuring smoother performance and better handling of complex tasks. The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo, while also providing quality screen display and sufficient power for engineering software, balances the trade-off between performance and portability, potentially making it a better fit for users who prioritize a lighter laptop with decent performance for on-the-go productivity.
Screen Quality
7.5
7.8
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
350.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo has a better screen than the MSI Creator M14 for gaming and AI.
For general use, both the MSI Creator M14 and MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo provide crisp and vibrant visuals because of their high-resolution screens and ample brightness, making everyday tasks like browsing and streaming pleasant. When it comes to engineering and design, these laptops have wide color gamuts, ensuring that professionals in these fields see accurate colors and finer details essential for precise work. However, for gaming and 3D rendering, their lower refresh rates may lead to less smooth visuals, which can be a drawback for fast-paced games and real-time 3D applications.
Battery
4.5 Hours
8.0 Hours
The MSI Creator M14 has 4.5 hours of battery life. The MSI Prestige 14 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
Good
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
3.5 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo has very good portability, while the MSI Creator M14 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,500
$1,300
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The MSI Creator M14 has a price of $1,500 and the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo costs $1,300.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.0
8.0
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
350.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
4.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.5/10
The MSI Creator M14 and MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo are both very good for general use.
The MSI Creator M14 excels in CPU performance and screen quality for creative tasks, while the Prestige 14 AI Evo offers a balance of good CPU, ample RAM, and portability for on-the-go productivity with its lighter design and longer battery life. Both laptops provide sufficient storage and manage operating noise and heat well, but the Creator M14's focus on content creation may edge out with a superior screen and speakers, while the Prestige's keyboard might be more comfortable for extended typing sessions.
Content Creation
8.0
8.0
8.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Creator M14 and MSI Prestige 14 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
7.8
7.7
8.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Creator M14 and MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo 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.
Build Quality
7.8
7.4
The MSI Creator M14 and MSI Prestige 14 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 MSI Creator M14 and the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| MSI Creator M14 | MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,500 | $1,300 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2024 | February 1, 2024 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.4'' x 9.2'' x 0.88'' | 12.3'' x 7.5'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.53 lbs | 3.7 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.39" | 12.3" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.19" | 7.46" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13620H | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 32 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 4.5 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 53.5 Wh | 90 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2880 x 1800 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 350 nits | 415 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.8/10 | 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 | 7.8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 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 | 3 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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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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