Side by side comparison and review of MSI Prestige 14 Evo (A12M) and Alienware x14. Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | MSI Prestige 14 Evo (A12M) | Alienware x14 |
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Product Type | Notebook | Notebook |
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Dimensions (WxDxH) | 31.9 cm x 21.9 cm x 1.59 cm | 32.15 cm x 26.277 cm x 1.45 cm |
Weight | 1.29 kg | 1.79 kg |
Colour | Carbon grey | Lunar light |
DISPLAY | MSI Prestige 14 Evo (A12M) | Alienware x14 |
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Screen Size (Type) | 14" | 14" |
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Screen Resolution | 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) | 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) |
Pixel Density (ppi) | - | 157 |
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. | 60 Hz | 144 Hz |
Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
Image Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | - |
Image Brightness | 300 cd/m² | 400 cd/m² |
Colour Gamut | 100% sRGB | 100% DCI-P3 |
Features | IPS-level | Anti-glare, Wide Viewing Angle, ±80° horizontal viewing angle, ±80° vertical viewing angle, 7 ms response rate, 3ms response rate (Overdrive), Dell ComfortView Plus, Dolby Vision, 0.1725 mm pixel pitch |
PROCESSOR | MSI Prestige 14 Evo (A12M) | Alienware x14 |
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CPU | Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1280P / 1.8 GHz | Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 12500H / 2.5 GHz |
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Max Turbo Speed | 4.8 GHz | 4.5 GHz |
Number of Cores | 14-core | 12-core |
Cache | 24 MB | L3 - 18 MB |
Platform Technology | Intel Evo | - |
Features | Intel Smart Cache | Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) |
MEMORY | MSI Prestige 14 Evo (A12M) | Alienware x14 |
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RAM | 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) | 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) |
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RAM Type | LPDDR4X SDRAM | LPDDR5 SDRAM |
STORAGE | MSI Prestige 14 Evo (A12M) | Alienware x14 |
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Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) | 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) |
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AUDIO & VIDEO | MSI Prestige 14 Evo (A12M) | Alienware x14 |
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Graphics Processor (GPU) | Intel Iris Xe Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 |
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Video Memory | - | 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM |
Video System Features | Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory) | NVIDIA G-SYNC, Advanced Optimus |
Gaming | - | Yes |
Camera | Yes - 720p | Yes - 1280 x 720 (standard), 640 x 360 (infrared) |
Resolution | - | 0.92 Megapixel (standard), 0.23 Megapixel (infrared) |
Camera Features | IR camera, Windows Hello | IR/RGB camera, 75.8 degrees |
Image Sensor Type | - | CMOS |
Video Resolutions | - | 1280 x 720 |
Frame Rate | 30 frames per second | 30 frames per second |
Sound | Stereo speakers, microphone | Stereo speakers, dual array microphone |
Codec | - | Realtek ALC3281-CG |
Compliant Standards | Digital Theater Systems (DTS) | High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos |
Audio Features | Output: Hi-Res Audio | - |
COMMUNICATIONS | MSI Prestige 14 Evo (A12M) | Alienware x14 |
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Wireless | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) | Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) |
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Wireless Controller | Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675i | Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - M.2 2230 |
Features | - | Dual stream (2x2) |
BATTERY | MSI Prestige 14 Evo (A12M) | Alienware x14 |
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Technology | 4-cell | 6-cell Lithium Ion |
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Battery Capacity (Size) | 52 Wh | 80 Wh |
AC ADAPTER | MSI Prestige 14 Evo (A12M) | Alienware x14 |
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Input | - | AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) |
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Output | - | 130 Watt, 5 / 20 V |
INPUT | MSI Prestige 14 Evo (A12M) | Alienware x14 |
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Type | Keyboard, touchpad | Keyboard, touchpad |
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Keyboard Backlight | Yes | Yes (RGB) |
Features | White LED backlight | Multi-gesture touch pad, N-key rollover, precision glass touchpad, 1 RGB zone |
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | MSI Prestige 14 Evo (A12M) | Alienware x14 |
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Interfaces | Headphone/microphone combo jack 2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4) (Power Delivery) USB 3.2 Gen 1 |
HDMI 2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery) USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery) USB 3.2 Gen 1 (PowerShare) Headphone/microphone combo jack |
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Memory Card Reader | Yes (microSD) | Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) |
SOFTWARE | MSI Prestige 14 Evo (A12M) | Alienware x14 |
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Operating System (OS) | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
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Software Included | Tobii Aware, MSI Center Pro | Alienware Command Center |
MISCELLANEOUS | MSI Prestige 14 Evo (A12M) | Alienware x14 |
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Included Accessories | - | USB-C power adapter |
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Security | Fingerprint reader | - |
Features | MIL-STD-810G tested | Alienware Battery Defender technology |
Max Operating Temperature | - | 35 °C |
Min Operating Temperature | - | 0 °C |
Humidity Range Operating | - | 10 - 90% (non-condensing) |
Manufacturer Warranty | Limited warranty - 1 year - on-site | - |
Model Number | 043UK | - |