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Updated March 13, 2024·
If saving money is a priority and your tasks are primarily everyday activities like web browsing, office work, or light photo editing, the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo is a strong choice with the bonus of being less expensive; however, if you require high-end gaming capabilities, intense graphic design, video editing, or 3D rendering, the Razer Blade 14, with its typically superior graphics performance, would be a more suitable option, albeit at a higher cost. Keep in mind that the Razer may also offer a more robust build and possibly a higher refresh rate display, which are desirable for gaming and high-quality media viewing, whereas the MSI may be more portable due to its lighter weight, which is a significant factor for those who travel frequently or have long commutes. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo
- The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo has no clear advantages over the Razer Blade 14.
Advantages of the Razer Blade 14
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Excellent keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.8
7.9
4.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.0/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Razer Blade 14 is good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo is only fair.
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo, while capable, has a less powerful GPU and a standard screen refresh rate, making it less optimal for high-frame-rate gaming and 3D rendering compared to the Razer Blade 14, which excels with a higher-end GPU and a faster screen refresh rate, essential for smoother visuals in intense gaming scenarios. Despite both having competent CPUs and good screen quality, the Razer Blade 14's superior gaming-focused hardware makes it a better choice for users prioritizing gaming and 3D work.
Engineering and Design
7.8
8.4
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
4.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Razer Blade 14 is very good for engineering and design, while the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo is good.
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo, with its efficient CPU, ample RAM, and high-quality screen, is equipped for complex tasks in engineering and design, yet it's more portable and quieter, making it convenient for on-the-go use. On the other hand, the Razer Blade 14's superior GPU performance and screen quality provide a smoother and more detailed experience for demanding engineering software and design work, though at a tradeoff of being less portable and potentially louder during intensive operations.
Screen Quality
7.8
8.0
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
415.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
328.0 nits
The Razer Blade 14 has a better screen than the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo offers a balance of resolution and brightness suitable for daily tasks and professional design work due to its good color accuracy and range, which is crucial for precise engineering and design applications. The Razer Blade 14, with its higher screen quality, enhances both everyday usage and complex design projects by providing vivid colors and sharper details. However, despite their strong performance in general and professional contexts, neither laptop is ideal for gaming or 3D modeling, as they lack the high refresh rates needed for smooth visuals in fast-paced scenes and detailed rapid movements.
Battery
8.0 Hours
9.5 Hours
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo has 8 hours of battery life. The Razer Blade 14 has 9.5 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
8.5
The Razer Blade 14 has very good build quality, while the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,300
$1,965
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo has a price of $1,300 and the Razer Blade 14 costs $1,965.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.0
8.1
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
415.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
328.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.5 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.2/10
The Razer Blade 14 and MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo are both very good for general use.
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo offers a balance of power and efficiency with its strong CPU and ample RAM, ensuring smooth performance for everyday tasks, and it features a high-quality screen and long battery life, making it ideal for users who prioritize portability and all-day use. On the other hand, the Razer Blade 14, with its powerful components, excels in performance for more demanding applications, has a premium build quality including a robust keyboard and effective heat management, but this comes with a trade-off in terms of weight and potentially shorter battery life.
Content Creation
8.0
8.1
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Razer Blade 14 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
7.7
7.9
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Razer Blade 14 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.
Portability
Very Good
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
3.9 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo and Razer Blade 14 both have very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo | Razer Blade 14 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,300 | $1,965 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2024 | February 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.3'' x 7.5'' x 0.7'' | 12.6'' x 8.7'' x 0.66'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.7 lbs | 3.92 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.3" | 12.59" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 7.46" | 8.66" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 9.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 62 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 2560 x 1440 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 165Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 415 nits | 328 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.6/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 9/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
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 | N/A | |
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Allen Ngo | May 2022
"After making a huge splash with the original 2021 model, it's expected that the 2022 refresh would be more of a minor update to an already impressive machine. It adds a higher resolution webcam (720p to 1080p), faster CPU (Ryzen 9 5900HX to Ryzen 9 6900HX), faster GPU (RTX 3070/3080 to 3070/3080 Ti), faster RAM (DDR4-3200 to DDR5-4800), faster M.2 SSD support (PCIe3 x4 to PCIe4 x4), newer WLAN module (Killer AX1690i to Qualcomm WCN685x), and a MUX switch for the new integrated Radeon 680M GPU. It's indubitably an upgrade especially in terms of single-thread processor performance."
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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 Razer
Razer is an American-Singaporean technology company. Razer is best known for their Blade series laptops, well known for their strong performance and sleek design. Although Razer charges a premium price tag for their laptops, buyers can expect a stealthy laptop with clean fit and finish and strong performance. All of their models offer great portability and build quality compared to other gaming laptops.
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