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Updated January 12, 2024·
When considering the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo versus the XPG Xenia 14, it's important to weigh up what you're paying for. The MSI offers a highly powerful processor and double the RAM, which means it's better suited for heavy tasks like video editing, 3D design, or engineering simulations. It also has a higher resolution OLED display, which is excellent for creative work where color accuracy and image detail are critical. On the flip side, the XPG, while less powerful, is lighter and may have better battery life, making it more suitable for general use like web browsing, office applications, and media consumption on the go. So, if you need top-tier performance and an excellent screen and are willing to invest more, then the MSI is well worth it. But if you're looking for something more portable and cost-friendly, and your tasks aren't as demanding, the XPG is a smart choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good speakers
Advantages of the XPG Xenia 14
- Excellent portability
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
8.6
7.3
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
362.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
12.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.2/10
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo is very good for general use, while the XPG Xenia 14 is good.
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo offers a larger, higher-quality OLED screen, more RAM, and a higher-tier CPU, which together provide a smoother experience for multitasking and viewing content, yet its battery life and heavier weight may limit its portability compared to lighter alternatives. On the other hand, the XPG Xenia 14, while still delivering a solid performance for general tasks with a respectable CPU and ample RAM, stands out for its excellent portability due to its lighter weight and compact size, although it may have a shorter battery life and a smaller, lower-resolution screen.
Gaming and AI
6.7
6.1
4.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo and XPG Xenia 14 are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo is somewhat better.
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo offers a more powerful Intel Arc GPU and OLED screen with higher resolution and color accuracy, making it suitable for gaming and 3D applications. The XPG Xenia 14, while lighter and more portable, compromises on performance with a less capable Intel Iris Xe GPU and an IPS screen with lower resolution and color quality, making it less ideal for such demanding tasks.
Engineering and Design
8.4
6.8
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
4.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo is very good for engineering and design, while the XPG Xenia 14 is only fair.
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo is superior for engineering and design due to its higher RAM capacity, more powerful CPU, and advanced GPU, alongside an OLED screen with higher resolution and color accuracy, essential for detailed and color-sensitive work; on the other hand, the XPG Xenia 14, while offering a solid setup for engineering with a capable CPU and GPU, larger RAM and faster storage expansion options, and a quality IPS screen, falls behind in performance when compared to the MSI, but is lighter and hence more portable.
Content Creation
8.6
7.4
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo is very good for content creation, while the XPG Xenia 14 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
8.5
7.2
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo is very good for software development, while the XPG Xenia 14 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
8.4
6.9
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
362.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo has a better screen than the XPG Xenia 14 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo offers a high-resolution display with bright and vibrant output, benefiting general use and rendering sharp images for engineering and design tasks, but its lower refresh rate may not be ideal for the fast-paced visuals required in gaming and 3D applications. The XPG Xenia 14, while providing good resolution and brightness for an enjoyable experience in general use and sufficient color accuracy for most engineering and design work, may also lag in performance for gaming and 3D due to a lower refresh rate. Both laptops, despite their strengths in screen quality for professional and casual use, may not provide the smooth, rapid visuals that gaming and 3D modeling enthusiasts often prioritize.
Battery
12.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo has 12 hours of battery life. The XPG Xenia 14 has 10 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
Excellent
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
3.3 lbs
WEIGHT
2.2 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The XPG Xenia 14 has excellent portability, while the MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,349
$800
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo has a price of $1,349 and the XPG Xenia 14 costs $800.
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Build Quality
7.4
7.2
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo and XPG Xenia 14 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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Spec Comparison
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| MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo | XPG Xenia 14 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,349 | $800 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | December 1, 2023 | October 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 10'' x 0.75'' | 12.2'' x 8.5'' x 0.59'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.31 lbs | 2.2 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.11" | 12.2" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.02" | 8.46" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | Intel i5-1135G7 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 32 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 12 Hours | 10 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 99.9 Wh | 53 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | OLED | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3840 x 2400 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 362 nits | 321 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.8/10 | 9.3/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8.8/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | 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 | 4 | |
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Mark Anthony Ramirez | December 2023
"The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo is meant to be a business-focused laptop, but it ends up being the MacBook challenger PC laptop enthusiasts have longed for. Not only can it meet and, in many cases, surpass the M2-powered MacBooks, but it is also surpassing the baseline M3 MacBooks, which is a giant leap forward for Intel-powered laptops. This isn’t hyperbole; this is what the numbers show."
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Allen Ngo | July 2021
"The Xenia 14 is a top 14-inch laptop under 1 kg. ADATA isn't exactly known for its laptops and so we weren't expecting much from its first 14-inch Ultrabook. With that said, we're pleasantly surprised by how well the Xenia 14 looks and performs. Not only is it incredibly light, but it has a color accurate 16:10 display, high CPU and GPU performance, easy RAM and SSD serviceability, plenty of port options including Thunderbolt 4, and long battery life. It packs a lot of punch and features considering the size and weight to be better than even the LG Gram series."
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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.
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