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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you require high performance for tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, or intensive gaming, the MSI GE66 Raider with its powerful processor and high-end graphics card is better suited, but it comes at a higher price and heavier weight making it less portable. On the other hand, the MSI Prestige 16 is less expensive, more portable with a longer battery life, suitable for business productivity, and general use; although its integrated graphics are less capable for demanding graphics-intensive tasks. Choose the Raider if performance is paramount, and the Prestige if you prioritize portability and cost without needing top-tier graphics. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI GE66 Raider
- Excellent for engineering and design
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Very good overall build quality
- Excellent keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 16
- Good portability
- Very good speakers
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.6
6.7
9.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The MSI GE66 Raider is very good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Prestige 16 is only fair.
The MSI GE66 Raider offers superior performance in gaming and 3D tasks thanks to its high-end Nvidia RTX 3080 Ti GPU and a 120Hz refresh rate screen, which outperforms the integrated graphics and slower refresh rate found in the MSI Prestige 16. While the Prestige 16 also has a quality screen and a capable processor, the GE66 Raider's more powerful components give it an edge in graphics-intensive applications.
Engineering and Design
9.1
8.2
9.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
9.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
32.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI GE66 Raider is excellent for engineering and design, while the MSI Prestige 16 is very good.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Screen Quality
8.2
8.3
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
347.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
400.0 nits
The MSI GE66 Raider has a better screen than the MSI Prestige 16 for software development, while the MSI Prestige 16 has a better screen for gaming and AI.
Laptop displays with high resolution and brightness provide clear and vivid visuals, which is why the MSI GE66 Raider and MSI Prestige 16 are excellent for general use and engineering design, as these tasks benefit from such features. Their suitability for engineering tasks is further reinforced by encompassing wide color gamuts, ensuring accurate color representation necessary for professional design work. However, both models fall short for gaming and 3D applications since they lack high refresh rates, which are crucial for smooth motion rendering in fast-paced scenarios.
Battery
6.0 Hours
7.5 Hours
The MSI GE66 Raider has 6 hours of battery life. The MSI Prestige 16 has 7.5 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
Good
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
5.2 lbs
WEIGHT
4.2 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The MSI Prestige 16 has good portability, while the MSI GE66 Raider has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5
7.4
The MSI GE66 Raider has very good build quality, while the MSI Prestige 16 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$3,199
$1,611
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The MSI GE66 Raider has a price of $3,199 and the MSI Prestige 16 costs $1,611.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.4
8.4
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
347.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
400.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.5 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
6.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
The MSI Prestige 16 and MSI GE66 Raider are both very good for general use.
The MSI GE66 Raider provides exceptional processing power with its high-end CPU and dedicated graphics, suitable for demanding tasks and ensuring smooth performance, which, combined with a high-resolution screen, makes it ideal for general use; however, its heavier weight and shorter battery life affect its portability compared to the MSI Prestige 16, which offers a lighter build and longer battery life, also with a strong CPU but integrated graphics, suitable for general use and productivity with added mobility and comfort for extended use on the go.
Content Creation
8.4
8.3
9.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
32.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI GE66 Raider and MSI Prestige 16 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
8.4
8.1
9.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
32.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI GE66 Raider and MSI Prestige 16 are both very 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.
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How the MSI GE66 Raider and the MSI Prestige 16 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| MSI GE66 Raider | MSI Prestige 16 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$3,199 | $1,611 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2022 | January 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 10.5'' x 0.92'' | 14.1'' x 10.2'' x 0.66'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.25 lbs | 4.2 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.09" | 14.09" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.51" | 10.18" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i9-12900HK | Intel i7-13700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 32 GB | 32 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 | 6 Hours | 7.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 99 Wh | 82 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 120Hz | 165Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 347 nits | 400 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.9/10 | 7.7/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.3/10 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 4 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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MSI GE66 Raider
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Patrick Schüdzig | June 2022
"The MSI Raider GE66 12UHS notebook passes with flying colors. The GE66 is a high-end notebook with strong performance. The keyboard and trackpad are still very good and score well with precise inputs as well as high build quality. Thanks to a new liquid metal cooling solution, the Intel Core i9 12900HK brings a performance increase of around 50 percent over the predecessor's Intel Core i9 10980HK. The installed graphics card in our device delivers up to 30 percent higher frame rates than the RTX 2070 Super in the MSI GE66 10SFS."
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Paul Antill | June 2023
"The MSI Prestige 16 Evo: 2023's best value 16” thin & light laptop with i7-13700H. One of the top choices for professionals and students seeking a high-performance, portable computing solution in 2023. While the MSI Prestige 16 Evo A13M may not boast the most striking design compared to some other 16" options, its relatively "safe" styling lends itself well to professional and educational environments. Significantly, it doesn't compromise on essential features like port selection or cooling performance, ensuring seamless connectivity and efficient thermal management. The 16 Evo A13M offers an excellent combination of performance, portability, and functionality, making it a compelling choice for professionals and students alike."
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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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