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Updated January 10, 2024·
For general use, the MSI Prestige 15 is more affordable, more portable, and offers longer battery life, suitable for tasks like web browsing, office work, and light photo editing. If you need higher performance for tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, or are interested in gaming, the Razer Blade 18 is better equipped with a more powerful processor and graphics card. However, the Razer Blade 18 is significantly heavier, less portable, and has a shorter battery life, making it less ideal for frequent travel. It also comes with a higher price tag. The MSI has a full HD screen, while the Razer boasts a higher-resolution display, which is better for creative work where screen real estate and clarity are important. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI Prestige 15
- Good portability
- Good battery life
Advantages of the Razer Blade 18
- Very good for general use
- Excellent for engineering and design
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Best in class speakers
- Excellent keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.5
8.5
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
298.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
524.0 nits
7.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
7.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.1/10
The Razer Blade 18 is very good for general use, while the MSI Prestige 15 is good.
The Razer Blade 18 outshines the MSI Prestige 15 in terms of general use mainly due to its superior CPU and double the RAM, contributing to faster and smoother operations for a variety of tasks. However, the MSI Prestige 15 is more portable with a longer battery life but falls behind the Razer in screen quality with lower resolution and brightness, which could impact the visual experience during use.
Gaming and AI
6.3
8.9
4.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.2/10
The Razer Blade 18 is very good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Prestige 15 is only fair.
The Razer Blade 18, with its Nvidia RTX 4070 graphics card and high screen refresh rate of 240Hz, provides a superior gameplay and 3D rendering experience compared to the MSI Prestige 15 which is equipped with a less powerful Nvidia GTX 1650 Max-Q GPU and a standard 60Hz refresh rate. Additionally, the more advanced GPU in the Razer Blade 18 supports features like hardware ray tracing and DLSS, further enhancing gaming performance and visual fidelity, which are not present in the MSI Prestige 15's GPU.
Engineering and Design
7.2
9.3
7.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
4.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The Razer Blade 18 is excellent for engineering and design, while the MSI Prestige 15 is good.
The Razer Blade 18 is considered excellent for engineering and design use due to its top-tier Intel i9 CPU and high-performing RTX 4070 GPU, alongside twice the RAM and a higher resolution screen compared to the MSI Prestige 15, which still offers capable performance with its Intel i5 CPU and GTX 1650 Max-Q GPU, but with less RAM and a standard resolution display. While the Razer has superior specs for demanding tasks and better screen quality, the MSI Prestige 15 offers greater portability and less noise during operation, contributing to a more mobile and quieter work experience.
Content Creation
7.5
8.6
7.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Razer Blade 18 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
7.2
8.5
7.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Razer Blade 18 is very good for software development, while the MSI Prestige 15 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
6.8
8.9
15.6in
SIZE
18.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
298.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
524.0 nits
The Razer Blade 18 has a better screen than the MSI Prestige 15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, where sharp visuals and clear display are key, both the MSI Prestige 15 and the Razer Blade 18 offer high resolution and bright panels, with the Razer Blade 18 delivering slightly better overall quality possibly due to a superior panel type. In engineering and design tasks, accurate color reproduction is essential; while both laptops provide wide color gamuts, the Razer Blade 18 likely exhibits more precise color accuracy and a broader range of colors. However, for gaming and 3D applications, where fast motion is best displayed with high refresh rates, both laptops fall short, which may lead to less smooth visuals during fast-paced scenes or when working with quick-moving 3D renderings.
Battery
7.5 Hours
4.0 Hours
The MSI Prestige 15 has 7.5 hours of battery life. The Razer Blade 18 has 4 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
Good
Fair
15.6in
SIZE
18.0in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
6.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The MSI Prestige 15 has good portability, while the Razer Blade 18 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4
8.5
The Razer Blade 18 has very good build quality, while the MSI Prestige 15 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,044
$10
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The MSI Prestige 15 has a price of $1,044 and the Razer Blade 18 costs $10.
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How the MSI Prestige 15 and the Razer Blade 18 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| MSI Prestige 15 | Razer Blade 18 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,044 | $10 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2022 | February 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.2'' x 0.74'' | 15.7'' x 10.8'' x 0.86'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.73 lbs | 6.68 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.05" | 15.7" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.2" | 10.8" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1240P | Intel i9-13950HX | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7.5 Hours | 4 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 82 Wh | 91.7 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 18" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 240Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 298 nits | 524 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.8/10 | 6.2/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7/10 | 7.3/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 9/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8.8/10 | 9.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1440p | |
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 | 2 | 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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MSI Prestige 15
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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."
Razer Blade 18
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Matthew Buzzi | March 2023
"Razer made a powerful laptop in the Blade 18, showing off a beautiful and fast display and the same high-quality build we’ve come to expect from this product line. It’s also quite expensive, which is hardly a surprise, but bears repeating even in this price range. It’s pricier than the Scar 18 despite an inferior GPU and half the storage, so you really have to want the Blade 18’s design to justify the cost."
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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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