The Acer Swift X (2023) is somewhat more expensive and boasts a dedicated Nvidia RTX 3050 graphics card, making it suitable for intensive applications like 3D rendering or gaming. The Swift X has a larger screen and higher capacity battery, while the Summit E13 is lighter and offers slightly better battery life. Choose the Swift X for performance-heavy tasks or the Summit for a balance of performance and portability. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Swift X (2023)
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo has no clear advantages over the Acer Swift X (2023).
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.9/10
6.3/10
5.1/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.0/10
The Acer Swift X (2023) and MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the Acer Swift X (2023) is somewhat better.
The Acer Swift X (2023) offers better performance for gaming and 3D applications primarily because it includes a dedicated Nvidia RTX 3050 graphics card and a higher screen refresh rate, which are critical for smooth visuals and rendering performance.
Engineering and Design
8.0/10
7.3/10
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
5.1/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Acer Swift X (2023) is very good for engineering and design, while the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo is good.
The Acer Swift X is well-suited for engineering and design due to its higher-end Nvidia RTX 3050 GPU and a larger, high-resolution screen, which are crucial for graphics-intensive tasks, whereas the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo, with its Iris Xe graphics and 2-in-1 convertible design, offers greater portability and versatility for on-the-go engineering work, though it lacks a dedicated GPU which could limit performance on very demanding applications.
Software Development
7.9/10
7.4/10
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Acer Swift X (2023) and MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo are both good for software development, though the Acer Swift X (2023) 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
8.0/10
7.3/10
14.5in
SIZE
13.4in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
390.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
517.0 nits
The Acer Swift X has a better screen than the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, the Acer Swift X boasts a display with vibrant colors and a high resolution, ensuring sharp and clear visuals, as well as sufficient brightness for use in well-lit environments. The Swift X excels in engineering and design tasks due to its wider color gamut, offering more accurate color reproduction which is crucial for detailed work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the Acer's lower refresh rate can lead to less smooth visuals, while the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo, despite its good resolution and color accuracy for general and professional work, similarly lacks a high refresh rate, making both less ideal for fast-paced or graphically-intensive content.
Battery
10.0 Hours
11.0 Hours
The Acer Swift X has 10 hours of battery life. The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo has 11 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
Very Good
Very Good
14.5in
SIZE
13.4in
3.3 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo and Acer Swift X (2023) both have very good portability, though the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,100
$699
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Acer Swift X (2023) has a price of $1,100 and the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo costs $699.
The Acer Swift X (2023) and MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo are both good for general use.
The Acer Swift X (2023) is well-regarded for general use due to its potent processor, plentiful memory, sharp, high-quality screen, ample storage, and solid battery life, though it's a tad heavier and larger, making it less portable than some alternatives. The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo, while also possessing an efficient processor, ample memory, and quality screen with tablet functionality, shines in its lighter weight and compact size for better portability, alongside a longer battery life, but trades off with a less vibrant color range on the display and less efficient heat management.
Content Creation
8.0/10
7.5/10
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Acer Swift X (2023) to be very good for content creation, while the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo is good.
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.
Build Quality
7.6/10
7.4/10
The Acer Swift X (2023) and MSI Summit E13 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 Swift X (2023) and the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo compare to other laptops
"The Swift X is an Acer for entry-level gaming. With the entry-level graphics chip, our Acer not only beats every single current AMD and Intel iGPU, but also Intel's dGPU Iris Xe Max. However, despite being a GDDR6 version, the GTX does not match the expectations set by its own counterparts from our database. This may be a result of the single fan, which only produces moderate noise levels under load. The performance level of the thin and light 1.4 kg (~3.09 lbs) 14-inch laptop is impressive nonetheless."
"MSI wants to prove that it can do more than just gaming laptops and the Summit E13 Flip is a great example of what the manufacturer is capable of especially in terms of aesthetics and performance. Normally for subnotebooks or convertibles, TDP and performance are often below average as makers want to meet slimmer designs and lower weight targets. The Summit manages to outperform others in its size class and category while still looking sleek and portable in the process. If you want a convertible that won't throttle significantly when under load, then this MSI will be one of the better options you can find."
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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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