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Updated March 13, 2024·
When choosing between laptops like the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo and the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s, consider that the MSI typically offers higher performance suited for demanding tasks such as 3D modeling, machine learning, or gaming, at a premium price, with a sleek design that may appeal to professionals who prioritize aesthetics and power. However, it may weigh more on your budget. The ThinkBook, on the other hand, will usually be more cost-effective while still providing solid performance for general use and some engineering software, paired with good battery life and portability, making it a practical choice for everyday tasks and mobile work without stressing the finances as much. 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
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s
- Excellent portability
- Very good speakers
Key differences
Screen Quality
8.2
7.2
13.0in
SIZE
13.3in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
415.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
336.0 nits
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo has a better screen than the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
When considering screen quality for general use, the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo stands out because of its high-resolution display and impressive brightness, providing crisp visuals and good readability in various lighting conditions. For engineering and design tasks, the MSI's wider color gamuts ensure that it can display a broader range of colors accurately, which is vital for precise color work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, both the MSI and Lenovo ThinkBook 13s fall short, as their screens don't offer high refresh rates, which are crucial for smooth motion and a more immersive experience.
Cost
$1,280
$1,000
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo has a price of $1,280 and the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s costs $1,000.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.0
7.8
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
415.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
336.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo to be very good for general use, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s is good.
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo offers a powerful CPU and ample RAM, ensuring smooth performance for everyday tasks along with a high-quality screen and impressive battery life, all in a lightweight design that's easy to carry. The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s also provides good performance with a solid CPU and sufficient RAM, a sharp screen, and is portable with respectable battery life, but it differs in its slightly less premium keyboard and speakers, and may not handle demanding thermal loads quite as effectively as the MSI Prestige.
Gaming and AI
6.8
6.4
4.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.3/10
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo and Lenovo ThinkBook 13s are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo and the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s, while having decent processors and acceptable screen quality, do not excel in gaming and 3D applications due to their integrated graphics which fall short compared to dedicated gaming GPUs and their standard screen refresh rates which are lower than those preferred for smooth gaming experiences. Customers seeking improved gaming performance should consider laptops with higher-tier dedicated graphics cards and higher refresh rate displays.
Engineering and Design
8.0
7.5
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
4.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo to be very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s is good.
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo boasts powerful CPUs, ample RAM, and superior GPU capabilities, making it well-suited for demanding engineering applications and providing a crisp, high-quality screen for detailed design work. In comparison, the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s also handles engineering tasks efficiently with a good CPU and RAM, plus it offers added portability and comfortable typing experiences with a high-quality keyboard, although it may not match the MSI's screen detail and graphics performance for more intense design processes.
Content Creation
8.1
7.8
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo to be very good for content creation, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s 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
7.7
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo and Lenovo ThinkBook 13s 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.
Battery
8.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo has 8 hours of battery life. The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s 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
Very Good
Excellent
13.0in
SIZE
13.3in
3.5 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.5in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo ThinkBook 13s to have excellent portability, while the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4
7.6
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s and MSI Prestige 13 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 Prestige 13 AI Evo and the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo | Lenovo ThinkBook 13s |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,280 | $1,000 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2024 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 11.8'' x 8.3'' x 0.67'' | 11.7'' x 8.3'' x 0.59'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.53 lbs | 2.9 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 11.77" | 11.7" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.27" | 8.3" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | Intel i7-1260P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 73 Wh | 56 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 13" | 13.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2880 x 1800 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 415 nits | 336 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.6/10 | 9.1/10 | |
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 | 8.4/10 | |
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 | 0 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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The Verge
Monica Chin | July 2021
"The best thing about the ThinkBook 13S is that it’s a good deal. Business buyers looking for ThinkPad-level performance and software without ThinkPad pricing will probably find the ThinkBook a solid option. While nothing about it is really spectacular, it’s certainly unusual to see the ThinkBook’s screen resolution at a sub-$1,000 price, and its performance will be more than adequate for most office tasks. The generous port selection, 16:10 aspect ratio, physical webcam shutter, and clear audio are certainly icing on the cake."
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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.
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.
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