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Updated March 13, 2024·
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo is more budget-friendly and offers good performance for everyday tasks and general use, and its compact size makes it easier to carry around. However, if you're into gaming, 3D work, or heavy engineering applications, the Razer Blade 17, while pricier, provides superior performance and a larger screen which might be worth the investment. Keep in mind the Razer's larger size can make it less convenient for travel, and it may have a shorter battery life than the MSI due to its more powerful components. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo
- Very good portability
- Good battery life
Advantages of the Razer Blade 17
- Excellent for engineering and design
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Very good for software development
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Excellent speakers
- Excellent keyboard
Key differences
General Use
8.0
8.5
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
415.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
486.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.5 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.7/10
The Razer Blade 17 and MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo are both very good for general use, though the Razer Blade 17 is somewhat better.
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo offers a balance of solid CPU performance, ample RAM, and high-quality screen, all in a lightweight design that's easy to carry around, with a battery that lasts long enough for most daily tasks. In contrast, the Razer Blade 17 provides similar performance with robust CPU and memory capabilities and a premium screen but is less portable and has a shorter battery life due to its larger size and gaming-oriented design.
Gaming and AI
6.8
8.6
4.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.2/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.2/10
The Razer Blade 17 is very good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo is only fair.
The Razer Blade 17 boasts a superior GPU and a higher screen refresh rate, which are crucial for smooth and detailed gaming and 3D rendering, whereas the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo, while competent, offers less graphical power and a lower refresh rate, making it less ideal for such intensive tasks yet more affordable and sufficient for less demanding applications. The Razer also typically has a stronger CPU and higher screen quality, further enhancing performance and visual experiences, but these factors are secondary to the pivotal role of the GPU and refresh rate in gaming and 3D scenarios.
Engineering and Design
7.8
9.1
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
4.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The Razer Blade 17 is excellent for engineering and design, while the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo is good.
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo, while offering decent processing power and memory, falls short for demanding tasks compared to the Razer Blade 17—which packs a more powerful CPU, GPU, and higher-quality screen essential for engineering and design work. However, the MSI is more portable and quieter under load, but with tradeoffs such as a less premium keyboard and speakers when compared to the Razer Blade 17.
Content Creation
8.0
8.5
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Razer Blade 17 and MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo are both very good for content creation, though the Razer Blade 17 is somewhat better.
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
8.5
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Razer Blade 17 is very good for software development, while the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo is good.
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
7.8
8.6
14.0in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
415.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
486.0 nits
The Razer Blade 17 has a better screen than the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo offers a good balance of resolution and brightness, making it suitable for everyday tasks and professional applications that don't rely heavily on fast motion, but it lacks the high refresh rates critical for smooth rendering in 3D applications and gaming. On the other hand, the Razer Blade 17 provides not only a high-resolution, bright display that enhances the viewing experience for both general use and precision tasks in engineering and design, but also boasts significant color accuracy through wide color gamuts; however, it doesn't support the exceptionally high refresh rates required for optimal gaming and 3D content creation. Despite its premium screen characteristics, for those dedicated to gaming or working extensively with 3D models, the laptop's poor refresh rate could be a drawback, leading to less fluid visuals where split-second timing is crucial.
Battery
8.0 Hours
5.5 Hours
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo has 8 hours of battery life. The Razer Blade 17 has 5.5 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
Fair
14.0in
SIZE
17.3in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
6.0 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo has very good portability, while the Razer Blade 17 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4
8.5
The Razer Blade 17 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
$4,300
$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 17 costs $4,300.
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How the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo and the Razer Blade 17 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo | Razer Blade 17 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,300 | $4,300 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2024 | February 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.3'' x 7.5'' x 0.7'' | 15.6'' x 10.2'' x 0.78'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.7 lbs | 6.06 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.3" | 15.55" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 7.46" | 10.24" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | Intel i9-12900H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 5.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 82 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 3840 x 2160 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 415 nits | 486 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.6/10 | 6.8/10 | |
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 | 7.3/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 9/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 9.1/10 | |
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 | 3 | |
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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Sascha Mölck | July 2022
"Our test configuration of the Blade 17 targets gamers and creative professionals. A Core i9-12900H processor, GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU (175 watts TGP after the BIOS update, 16 GB of VRAM), and 32 GB of working memory equip the laptop for video processing, rending, and 4k gaming at the highest level. In addition, a fast PCIe-4 SSD (1 TB) ensures short load and storage times. With the Blade 17 (Early 2022), Razer delivers a successful and powerful work device for creative professionals. But this also has its price."
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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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