Side-by-side cruise ship comparison · Updated January 2026
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across 5 categories
Size
Based on gross tonnage and length
Capacity
Based on passengers and crew
Modernity
Based on year built
Service
Based on passenger-to-crew ratio (lower is better)
Spaciousness
Based on gross tonnage per passenger (higher is better)
MSC Magnifica
MSC Preziosa
Gross Tonnage
MSC Magnifica
95,128 GT
MSC Preziosa
139,072 GT
Length
MSC Magnifica
293 m
MSC Preziosa
333 m
Beam
MSC Magnifica
32 m
MSC Preziosa
38 m
Passengers
MSC Magnifica
2,518
MSC Preziosa
4,345
Crew
MSC Magnifica
1,038
MSC Preziosa
1,370
Decks
MSC Magnifica
—
MSC Preziosa
—
Year Built
MSC Magnifica
2,010
MSC Preziosa
2,013
Space Ratio
MSC Magnifica
37.8 GT/pax
MSC Preziosa
32.0 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
MSC Magnifica
2.43 :1
MSC Preziosa
3.17 :1
| Specification | MSC Magnifica | MSC Preziosa |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | MSC Cruises | MSC Cruises |
| Class | Musica Class | Fantasia Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,010 | 2,013Winner |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 95,128 GT | 139,072 GTWinner |
| Length | 293 m | 333 mWinner |
| Beam | 32 m | 38 mWinner |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 2,518 | 4,345Winner |
| Crew | 1,038 | 1,370Winner |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 37.8 GT/paxWinner | 32.0 GT/pax |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 2.43:1Winner | 3.17:1 |
| Build | ||
| Builder | STX France | STX France |
| Flag | Panama | Panama |
| IMO Number | 9320074 | 9502519 |
MSC Preziosa is the significantly larger vessel at 139,072 GT — 46% more than MSC Magnifica's 95,128 GT. MSC Magnifica offers more personal space with a space ratio of 37.8 GT per passenger versus 32.0. Built in 2013, MSC Preziosa is 3 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | MSC Preziosa |
| Capacity | MSC Preziosa |
| Modernity | MSC Preziosa |
| Service | MSC Magnifica |
| Spaciousness | MSC Magnifica |
Bottom line: MSC Preziosa wins more categories (3 vs 2), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
MSC Magnifica
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Good value for money
Good range of onboard options
MSC Preziosa
Large 4,345-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
4,345 passengers means tons of activities
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Free cancellation on most rooms
Bundle & save on your cruise trip
Medical, trip cancellation & luggage cover
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| Draft | 7.8 m | 8.7 mWinner |
| Decks | — | — |
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