MSI, for the first time, takes a bold leap into the AI era with the announcement of four new premium business laptops. Included is the Prestige 13/14/16 AI+ Evo and the Summit 13 AI+ Evo for the modern professional. Equipped with state-of-the-art Intel Core Ultra processors, codenamed Lunar Lake, these new processors boast unseen levels of power efficiency, performance, and AI capabilities. Let’s see how MSI and Intel set a new standard for the next generation in AI computing.
A New Compute Era: Driven by Intel’s Lunar Lake Processors
MSI’s new AI business laptops are powered by the very latest Core Ultra processors from Intel, Series 2, aka Lunar Lake. This new architecture represents a massive jump over its predecessor, Meteor Lake, Series 1, by as much as featuring 1.5 times better GPU performance and an astonishing fourfold increase in NPU capabilities while reducing power consumption by 40%.
Lunar Lake rebooted the idea of the classical x86 processor by shifting the focus towards energy efficiency without forgetting computing power. For the first time, the NPU in this processor is capable of delivering 48 TOPS, topping Microsoft’s needs on AI-powered PCs. Paired with the CPU and GPU, these laptops reach a peak in AI computing power of 120 TOPS.
What makes Lunar Lake different? A look at its advanced architecture.
Lunar Lake innovative architecture designs package the main components of computing, comprising the CPU, GPU, and NPU. It enables better component-to-component communication and facilitates transfer rates 30% faster while consuming 40% less power. Unlike typical designs, Lunar Lake does not include LP-E cores, as in previous generations but focuses on high-performance P-cores and low-power E-cores that provide twice the execution at just a third of the power consumption.
The new processor also integrates two LPDDR5x DRAM memory chips on chip, supporting up to 32GB of RAM. This on-package memory design serves not only to boost the speed but also trims power consumption, adding to the laptops’ overall energy-efficient profile.
Unmatched AI Capabilities for the Modern User
In this AI-enabled world, the right hardware is what matters. An upgraded Lunar Lake NPU from two to six neural compute engines works out four times more AI processes. It serves the increasingly expanding demand for AI tasks and serves well for machine learning, content creation, and data analysis.
Built on the enhanced Xe2 architecture, the new GPU has ray-tracing cores-a feature not different from Intel’s newest Battlemage discrete graphics card. The layout helps in boosting performance by 50% from the earlier design and allows for up to 67 TOPS of AI computing power. The GPU will also make way for smoother graphics and gaming through Intel’s XeSS frame generation technology, enhancing visual quality in real time.
MSI’s Prestige and Summit Series: Power Meets Portability with a Dash of Style
Of course, high-performance processing requires high-end hardware, and that’s exactly what the new Prestige 13/14/16 AI+ Evo and Summit 13 AI+ Evo are from MSI. But these laptops are more than just raw power-they are representative of MSI’s commitment to a premium craft thanks to its slim design and high portability.
The Prestige 13 AI+ Evo weighs only 990g, while the larger Prestige 16 AI+ Evo retains ultra-portability at 1.5kg. These laptops are made with magnesium-aluminum alloy chassis for strength, yet remaining lightweight. For busy professionals who need mobility, these models will surely make it easy for them to work efficiently and create at the office, outdoors, or inside the comfort of their own home.
The Summit 13 AI+ Evo is a business laptop for flexibility.
The Summit 13 AI+ Evo is the most premium business laptop from MSI so far, with a 360-degree flip design and touchscreen. It has the capability of MSI Pen 2 that will support Microsoft’s MPP 2.6 technology for haptic feedback in a writing experience as close to reality as possible. This flexibility makes Summit 13 AI+ Evo perfect for business people who have to move around and need a really versatile device that can work both as a laptop and a tablet.
Weighing in at just 1.35kg and measuring 16.2mm thick, the Summit 13 AI+ Evo stays svelte without sacrificing any performance or ruggedness. The CNC-cut body with a uni-body design makes it look as good as it feels solid, and its special surface treatment helps to resist fingerprint and smudge marks-so it stays clean on the go.
All-Day and Beyond Battery Life
Other than that, battery life is one of the most noteworthy jumps in the new Prestige series. The improved efficiency from the Lunar Lake processors and MSI’s advanced cooling technology increase battery performance from 15 to over 25 hours based on 1080p video playback. This will let users go through a full day of work and then some without having to find a power outlet.
Some units of Prestige laptops also boast high-capacity batteries, while the Prestige 16 AI+ Evo carries the maximum 99.9Wh battery allowed for air travel. Besides this, these laptops support PD 3.0 fast charging to rapidly boost the power and keep users productive.
Comprehensive Security in the AI Era
Data security is more important than ever in today’s AI-centric world. New business laptops from MSI are committed to security, offering enterprise-grade solutions such as discrete TPM chips, a physical shutter for the webcam, and support for Windows Hello via facial or fingerprint recognition. For the first time, a new Proximity Sensor detects user presence to automatically lock the laptop when one moves away and prevents unauthorized access.
The All-New MSI Center S: Simplifying Laptop and AI Management
MSI has introduced the next-generation control hub, MSI Center S, to intuitively control laptops and AI applications. Users can exploit AI through the AI Zone feature to elevate daily tasks, like using AI Noise Cancellation Pro for clearer calls and video meetings. The MSI AI Engine dynamically adjusts hardware settings for optimal performance according to user scenarios and delivers seamless computing.
MSI-Intel: Paving the Way to the Future for AI Business Laptops
The new Prestige and Summit AI+ series set a new benchmark in AI business laptops between MSI and Intel. The Lunar Lake processors boast unprecedented energy efficiency, robust AI capabilities, and perfectly merge work and play together. The Prestige 13/14/16 AI+ Evo and Summit 13 AI+ Evo are more than high-performance laptops; they are the tools to empower professionals for new heights and limitless possibilities with AI.
Thus, the new AI business laptops from MSI perfectly balance innovation and power with portability, making them ideal for those who want to be ahead in the era of AI.
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