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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize gaming or need a laptop for graphics-intensive tasks like 3D modeling, the Acer Predator Helios 300 with its dedicated graphics card is the better choice. However, this laptop is heavier and has a shorter battery life, making it less suitable for on-the-go use. The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo, on the other hand, is lighter, boasts a longer battery life, and includes a high-resolution touchscreen that could be beneficial for business and general use. It also has a more premium look and a significantly larger storage capacity but falls short in gaming and demanding engineering software compared to the Acer. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Predator Helios 300
- Good for gaming and AI
Advantages of the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo
- Very good portability
- Good battery life
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.2
6.5
6.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.0/10
The Acer Predator Helios 300 is good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo is only fair.
The Acer Predator Helios 300 offers a superior gaming experience with its Nvidia RTX 3060 graphics and a 144Hz screen, enhancing fluid gameplay and detailed graphics. In contrast, the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo's Intel Iris Xe graphics and 60Hz screen may provide a satisfactory experience for less demanding games and 3D tasks but lacks the higher performance gaming capabilities of the Helios 300.
Content Creation
7.3
7.8
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and Acer Predator Helios 300 are both good for content creation, though the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo is somewhat better.
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
7.1
7.7
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and Acer Predator Helios 300 are both good for software development, though the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo is somewhat better.
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
7.3
7.7
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
294.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
468.0 nits
The Acer Predator Helios 300 has a better screen than the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo for gaming and AI, while the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo has a better screen for general use, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
When considering screen quality for general use, the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo's display shines due to its higher resolution and brightness, offering clearer and more vibrant visuals compared to the Acer Predator Helios 300. For engineering and design, the MSI Summit has an edge with a wider color gamut, supporting more accurate color reproduction, which is critical for precise and detailed work. However, for gaming and 3D where refresh rates are crucial for smooth motion, both laptops fall short with screens that do not prioritize fast-refreshing rates, making them less ideal for high-speed, immersive gaming experiences.
Battery
3.5 Hours
7.0 Hours
The Acer Predator Helios 300 has 3.5 hours of battery life. The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo has 7 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
Fair
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
5.5 lbs
WEIGHT
3.6 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo has very good portability, while the Acer Predator Helios 300 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,204
$1,563
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Acer Predator Helios 300 has a price of $1,204 and the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo costs $1,563.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.4
7.8
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
294.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
468.0 nits
3.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
6.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.4/10
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and Acer Predator Helios 300 are both good for general use.
PerfectRec’s General Use Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for general productivity, web browsing, streaming, video calls, and running a wide variety of apps and programs.
Engineering and Design
7.6
7.7
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
6.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and Acer Predator Helios 300 are both good for engineering and design.
The Acer Predator Helios 300, with its high-performance CPU, dedicated GPU, and higher brightness screen, is geared towards those who need power for tasks like 3D modeling and simulation, while the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo offers a sharper, high-resolution touchscreen and a significantly lighter form, ideal for on-the-go engineers who might also benefit from its tablet mode for design work. However, the Helios 300's gaming-oriented GPU and build might add unwanted extra weight and a bulkier form factor compared to the more business-focused, sleek, and portable Summit E14 Flip Evo.
Build Quality
7.4
7.4
The Acer Predator Helios 300 and MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo 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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How the Acer Predator Helios 300 and the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Acer Predator Helios 300 | MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,204 | $1,563 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2021 | January 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.3'' x 10'' x 0.9'' | 12.6'' x 8.6'' x 0.63'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.51 lbs | 3.61 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.3" | 12.56" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10" | 8.62" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-11800H | Intel i7-1260P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 3.5 Hours | 7 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 59 Wh | 72 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2880 x 1800 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 294 nits | 468 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.9/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 6/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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Christian Hintze | November 2022
"The Acer Predator Helios 300 review is an overclocked gaming laptop with a good display. The Predator is large, heavy, and loud, but also offers plenty of performance according to gamers. An overclocked gaming laptop - or its user - also has to struggle with the usual disadvantages we mentioned above. On the other hand, overclocking is optional, and those who like it quieter and can live with a few less frames per second can also switch to the significantly more moderate Standard mode. Then the Helios 300 won't be any louder than the competitors."
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Allen Ngo | July 2022
"The MSI Summit E14 Flip convertible review: a legit alternative to HP, Dell or Lenovo. Instead of taking the 13-inch Summit E13 Flip and simply enlarging it for a 14-inch form factor, the Summit E14 Flip is the full chassis redesign we've been looking for. It loses some of the golden trims of its smaller sibling, but the gains in rigidity and build quality are arguably worth it especially from a professional standpoint where reliability takes priority. It doesn't quite feel as strong as the HP Spectre just yet, but it's certainly getting close."
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About Acer
Acer is a prominent Taiwanese electronics brand which makes a wide range of laptops, with multiple product lines catering to personal use, gaming, and business use. They are renowned for having exceptional value for money, as they frequently offer good specifications at a lower price than other manufacturers.
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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