Side by side comparison and review of Razer Blade 18 and MSI Prestige 16 Studio (A13VE). 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.
Advantages and disadvantages of Razer Blade 18 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.
powerful gaming performance
high-resolution display
premium build quality
advanced cooling system
good port selection
expensive price point
heavy for portability
average battery life
loud under load
Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Prestige 16 Studio (A13VE) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.
high-resolution display
powerful processor performance
lightweight and portable
robust build quality
advanced connectivity options
higher price point
limited battery life
noisy under load
limited color options
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Razer Blade 18 | MSI Prestige 16 Studio (A13VE) |
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| Product Type | Notebook | Notebook |
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| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 39.99 cm x 27.54 cm x 2.19 cm | 35.8 cm x 25.855 cm x 1.685 cm |
| Weight | 3.1 kg | 2.1 kg |
| Case Material | Aluminum | - |
| Colour | Black | - |
| DISPLAY | Razer Blade 18 | MSI Prestige 16 Studio (A13VE) |
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| Screen Size (Type) | 18" | 16" |
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| LCD Backlight Technology | - | Mini LED backlight |
| Screen Resolution | 2560 x 1600 (QHD) | 2560 x 1600 (QHD+) |
| V-Sync Rate at Max Res. | 240 Hz | 165 Hz |
| Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
| Image Aspect Ratio | 16:10 | 16:10 |
| Image Brightness | - | 1000 cd/m² |
| Colour Gamut | - | 100% DCI-P3 |
| Features | - | Delta E<2 calibration, CalMAN Verified, IPS-level, VESA DisplayHDR 1000, Delta E≤2 colour accuracy |
| PROCESSOR | Razer Blade 18 | MSI Prestige 16 Studio (A13VE) |
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| CPU | Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13950HX | Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 13620H |
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| Max Turbo Speed | 5.5 GHz | 4.9 GHz |
| Number of Cores | 24-core | 10-core |
| Cache | 36 MB | L3 - 24 MB |
| Features | Intel Platform Trust Technology (PTT) | Intel Smart Cache |
| MEMORY | Razer Blade 18 | MSI Prestige 16 Studio (A13VE) |
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| RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB |
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| Max RAM Supported | - | 32 GB |
| RAM Type | DDR5 SDRAM | LPDDR5 SDRAM |
| Speed | 5600 MHz | - |
| Rated Speed | 5600 MHz | - |
| Form Factor | - | SO-DIMM 262-pin |
| STORAGE | Razer Blade 18 | MSI Prestige 16 Studio (A13VE) |
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| Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) | 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) |
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| AUDIO & VIDEO | Razer Blade 18 | MSI Prestige 16 Studio (A13VE) |
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| Multi-GPU Configuration | - | 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU |
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| Graphics Processor (GPU) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 / Intel UHD Graphics |
| Video Memory | 8 GB GDDR6 VRAM | 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM |
| Video System Features | NVIDIA CUDA Technology, NVIDIA GPU Boost Technology, NVIDIA Resizable BAR, NVIDIA WhisperMode 2.0, Ray tracing cores Gen2, NVIDIA Tensor Cores Gen 3, NVIDIA Advanced Optimus | NVIDIA Studio |
| Camera | Yes | Yes - 1080p |
| Resolution | 5 Megapixel | - |
| Camera Features | IR camera, Windows Hello | IR camera, Privacy Camera Kill Switch |
| Sound | Six speakers, array microphone | Stereo speakers, microphone |
| Compliant Standards | THX Spatial Audio | - |
| Audio Features | Output: 7.1 codec via HDMI, 3 smart amplifiers, 2 tweeters, 4 woofers | Output: Audio by DTS, Hi-Res Audio |
| VR Ready | Yes | - |
| COMMUNICATIONS | Razer Blade 18 | MSI Prestige 16 Studio (A13VE) |
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| Wireless | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3 | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3 wireless card |
|---|---|---|
| Wireless Controller | Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 | Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 |
| Network Interface | 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet | - |
| Compliant Standards | IEEE 802.11d, IEEE 802.11i, IEEE 802.11h, IEEE 802.11e, IEEE 802.11k, IEEE 802.11w, IEEE 802.11r, IEEE 802.11u, IEEE 802.11v, IEEE 802.11az | - |
| Features | - | Dual stream (2x2) |
| BATTERY | Razer Blade 18 | MSI Prestige 16 Studio (A13VE) |
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| Technology | Lithium Ion | 4-cell |
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| Battery Capacity (Size) | 91.7 Wh | 81.77 Wh |
| AC ADAPTER | Razer Blade 18 | MSI Prestige 16 Studio (A13VE) |
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| Input | - | AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) |
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| Output | 280 Watt | - |
| INPUT | Razer Blade 18 | MSI Prestige 16 Studio (A13VE) |
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| Type | Keyboard, touchpad | Keyboard, touchpad |
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| Numeric Keypad | - | Yes |
| Keyboard Backlight | Yes (RGB) | Yes |
| Features | N-key rollover, per-key RGB, Razer Chroma RGB, precision glass touchpad | - |
| CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | Razer Blade 18 | MSI Prestige 16 Studio (A13VE) |
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| Interfaces | USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 4) (Power Delivery 3.0) USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0) HDMI Headphone/microphone combo jack (mini-phone 3.5 mm) 3 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 LAN (RJ-45) |
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery) USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) USB 3.2 Gen 2 Headphone/microphone combo jack HDMI 2.1 (8K support) |
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| Memory Card Reader | Yes (SDXC UHS-II Card) | Yes (microSD) |
| SOFTWARE | Razer Blade 18 | MSI Prestige 16 Studio (A13VE) |
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| Operating System (OS) | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
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| Software Included | - | NVIDIA Studio drivers, MSI Center |
| MISCELLANEOUS | Razer Blade 18 | MSI Prestige 16 Studio (A13VE) |
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| Included Accessories | Power adapter | Power adapter |
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| Security | Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip | - |
| Security Slot Type | Kensington security slot | - |
| Theft/Intrusion Protection | Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) | - |
| Features | Illuminated Razer logo, Modern Standby, Razer Synapse 3 support | MIL-STD-810H tested, Dynamic Cooler Boost technology |
| Manufacturer Warranty | Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - battery - 2 years |
Limited warranty - 1 year |
| Model Number | - | 242UK |
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