If you're looking for a laptop that balances budget with performance, the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo could be a good choice, especially for everyday tasks and light creative work; it's also more portable due to its smaller size. However, if your priority is top-notch performance for gaming, 3D rendering, or intensive machine learning applications, and you don't mind spending more, the Razer Blade 15 offers stronger graphics and processing capabilities. Keep in mind, with the Razer Blade 15, you might have a heftier laptop to carry, which could be less convenient for frequent travel. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo
Very good for general use
Very good portability
Good battery life
Advantages of the Razer Blade 15
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Very good speakers
Excellent keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.8/10
8.0/10
4.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.0/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The Razer Blade 15 is very good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo is only fair.
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo has a less powerful GPU and lower screen refresh rate, which can hinder the gaming and 3D experience, while the Razer Blade 15 is equipped with a high-end GPU and higher refresh rate, delivering smoother and more detailed graphics essential for demanding games and 3D applications. Although both have strong CPUs and good screen quality, the superior GPU and refresh rate of the Razer Blade 15 make it a better option for immersive gaming and 3D tasks.
Engineering and Design
7.8/10
8.5/10
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
4.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Razer Blade 15 is very good for engineering and design, while the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo is good.
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo, with adequate processing power and memory, is equipped for engineering tasks, yet the Razer Blade 15 stands out with stronger graphics capabilities and a higher quality display, which are crucial for demanding design applications. While both laptops are relatively easy to carry, the Razer's superior performance might come at the cost of increased weight and potentially louder operating noise, affecting portability and comfort in quieter environments.
Screen Quality
7.8/10
8.2/10
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
415.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
271.0 nits
The Razer Blade 15 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 display with high resolution and brightness, making it suitable for everyday tasks and professional design work where sharpness and clarity matter, but it lacks a high refresh rate that's crucial for smooth rendering in gaming and 3D applications. Conversely, the Razer Blade 15, with similar high-resolution and brightness levels, excels in general use and engineering due to its wide color gamuts, ensuring accurate color representation, but falls short for gaming and 3D tasks as it doesn't prioritize the high refresh rates needed for optimal performance. The screen's panel type in both laptops contributes to the overall quality for general and design purposes, but neither is optimized for the fast-paced visual experiences demanded by gamers and 3D professionals.
Battery
8.0 Hours
5.0 Hours
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo has 8 hours of battery life. The Razer Blade 15 has 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
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
4.4 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo has very good portability, while the Razer Blade 15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4/10
8.5/10
The Razer Blade 15 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
$2,500
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo has a price of $1,300 and the Razer Blade 15 costs $2,500.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo to be very good for general use, while the Razer Blade 15 is good.
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo offers solid performance with its CPU and sufficient RAM, paired with a high-quality screen, making it ideal for daily tasks with good portability and long battery life, whereas the Razer Blade 15, with its powerful CPU and ample RAM, excels in more demanding applications despite being less portable and having a shorter battery life, which might not be as suitable for users who prioritize lightness and all-day use. Storage, keyboard, speaker quality, operating noise, and heat management are adequately addressed by both, ensuring a satisfying user experience, but are second-tier considerations compared to the primary factors.
Content Creation
8.0/10
8.0/10
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Razer Blade 15 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
7.7/10
7.7/10
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo and Razer Blade 15 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.
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How the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo and the Razer Blade 15 compare to other laptops
"The 2022 Blade 15 offers roughly 15 to 25 percent faster graphics performance and 20 percent faster CPU performance over last year's Core i7-11800H and RTX 3080 model. Thankfully, the system doesn't need to run noticeably louder or warmer to achieve faster results, but both power consumption and battery life take a hit. The higher consumption in particular appears to be a trend amongst many 12th gen Core laptops including the Schenker Uniwill Technology GM7AG8P or MSI Vector GP66 when compared to their previous generation counterparts. We're also glad to not see below-average CPU performance which was the case for the 10th gen Core i7-10875H model."
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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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