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Updated March 13, 2024·
If your priority is portability and you're frequently on the move, the smaller size of the Prestige 13 AI Evo could be a better fit despite its higher price. However, if you need a larger screen and potentially better performance for tasks like video editing or more intensive applications, the Prestige 15 may offer more value for your money. Battery life will also be a consideration; typically, larger laptops have room for bigger batteries, but the newer technology in a more expensive model could offset this. Consider your primary use—travel convenience and everyday tasks lean towards the 13-inch, while multimedia and heavier workloads favor the 15-inch. Give Feedback
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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
- Very good portability
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 15
- Very good speakers
Key differences
General Use
8.0
7.5
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
415.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
298.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.5 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.7/10
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo is very good for general use, while the MSI Prestige 15 is good.
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo offers a balance between performance and portability, with a high-quality screen, long battery life, and lighter build making it ideal for those on the go, whereas the MSI Prestige 15, with its larger screen and additional RAM, accommodates more intensive multitasking and can cater to heavier workloads. While both laptops have quality keyboards and ample storage, the Prestige 13 focuses on ease of portability and battery efficiency, and the Prestige 15 emphasizes a larger, clearer display and more power for demanding applications.
Engineering and Design
8.0
7.2
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
4.2/10
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 MSI Prestige 15 is good.
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo, with its high-quality CPU, substantial RAM, and vivid screen, is particularly suited for demanding design tasks and remains easy to carry around, although it's less equipped for intensive graphics due to a less powerful GPU. On the other hand, the MSI Prestige 15's larger screen and more capable GPU enhance its performance for engineering applications and design work that requires more graphic processing power, but it sacrifices some portability due to its larger size.
Content Creation
8.1
7.5
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo is very good for content creation, while the MSI Prestige 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
7.9
7.2
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo and MSI Prestige 15 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
8.2
6.8
13.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
415.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
298.0 nits
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo has a better screen than the MSI Prestige 15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo excels in screen quality for general use and engineering due to its high resolution and brightness, as well as covering a wide range of colors crucial for precision tasks. However, its lower refresh rate can be a drawback for gaming and 3D work where smooth motion is key. Conversely, the MSI Prestige 15's slightly lower color gamut coverage than the 13 AI Evo means it is still suitable for general use and engineering tasks but may not offer the same vibrancy and range of color detail.
Portability
Very Good
Good
13.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3.5 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo has very good portability, while the MSI Prestige 15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,280
$1,044
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo has a price of $1,280 and the MSI Prestige 15 costs $1,044.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
6.8
6.3
4.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo and MSI Prestige 15 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo, while sufficient for light gaming and 3D tasks, has limitations due to a less powerful GPU and a standard screen refresh rate that may not deliver the smoothest visuals in fast-paced games. The MSI Prestige 15 offers better performance with a stronger GPU and superior screen quality, making it more suitable for gaming and 3D applications, yet the refresh rate is still not ideal for the highest-end gaming experiences.
Battery
8.0 Hours
7.5 Hours
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo has 8 hours of battery life. The MSI Prestige 15 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.
Build Quality
7.4
7.4
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo and MSI Prestige 15 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 Prestige 13 AI Evo and the MSI Prestige 15 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo | MSI Prestige 15 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,280 | $1,044 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2024 | January 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 11.8'' x 8.3'' x 0.67'' | 14.1'' x 9.2'' x 0.74'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.53 lbs | 3.73 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 11.77" | 14.05" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.27" | 9.2" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | Intel i5-1240P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 7.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 73 Wh | 82 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 13" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2880 x 1800 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 415 nits | 298 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.6/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
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 | 1 | 2 | |
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 | 4 | 4 | |
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Mario Petzold | December 2022
"The MSI Prestige 15 offers a dazzling 4K image quality, and solid performance. The MSI Prestige 15 appears to consistently implement the guiding principle of throttling the solid and efficient hardware to such an extent that content creation succeeds perfectly. Performance-hungry tasks, on the other hand, are slowed down a little by the reduced power consumption. Conversely, this means that the case remains relatively cool and the dual fan subdued. The battery life also benefits somewhat. So the losses aren't really dramatic because full performance is still available for short bursts."
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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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