Choosing between the Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) and the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo depends on what you prioritize. The MacBook Pro offers a high-quality display and strong performance, especially with Apple's M2 chip designed for efficiency, leading to potentially longer battery life and a quiet, fanless operation. It runs MacOS, which might be preferable if you already use Apple products. The MSI, on the other hand, has a 2-in-1 convertible design that allows it to be used as a tablet and comes with Windows 11 Pro, which could be beneficial if you need specific Windows-only applications. It also includes more storage and memory, which could be helpful for demanding tasks and multitasking. The MSI might be a bit heavier and larger due to its functionality, which could be a factor if portability is a concern. Consider what software ecosystem you're invested in and whether tablet functionality or a lighter, fanless design is more important for your needs. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022)
Best in class overall build quality
Best in class battery life
Best in class speakers
Best in class keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo has no clear advantages over the Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022).
Key differences
Screen Quality
7.6/10
7.7/10
13.3in
SIZE
14.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
497.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
468.0 nits
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 and the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo have similar screen quality.
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 features a high-resolution Retina display with bright and vibrant colors, making it great for general use and engineering where clear, accurate visuals are essential for detailed work. Its screen covers a wide range of color gamuts, beneficial for engineering and design professionals who require precise color fidelity. However, it lacks a high refresh rate, which is important for smooth visuals in 3D applications, leading to a subpar experience in that domain.
Battery
20.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 has 20 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.
Build Quality
10.0/10
7.4/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) has best in class build quality, while the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,219
$1,563
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) has a price of $1,219 and the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo costs $1,563.
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) are both good for general use.
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 excels in CPU performance and screen quality, making it ideal for tasks that require smooth operation and vivid display, with the added benefit of great battery life and portability for on-the-go use; the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo also offers strong performance with plenty of RAM, alongside a versatile form factor and solid battery life, but it trades off a bit of screen quality and portability compared to the MacBook. Both laptops provide adequate storage, pleasant keyboards, decent speakers, and handle operating noise and heat well, ensuring a comfortable user experience.
Gaming and AI
6.5/10
6.5/10
4.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
10.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.0/10
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) with its M2 integrated GPU provides just enough power to handle some 3D tasks, but its 60Hz screen and MacOS limitations make it less suitable for popular gaming titles that are typically designed for Windows. On the other hand, the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo also features an integrated GPU which is sufficient for less demanding games and 3D applications; however, the 60Hz screen won't deliver the smooth experience desired for fast-paced games, though it benefits from Windows 11 Pro's wider game compatibility.
Engineering and Design
7.5/10
7.7/10
6.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
4.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) are both good for engineering and design.
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) is equipped with its own M2 processor and a 10-core GPU that provides great performance for engineering and design tasks, and its high-quality screen supports a wide color gamut, though with limited RAM and storage.
Content Creation
7.9/10
7.8/10
6.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) and MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo are both good for content creation.
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
7.8/10
7.7/10
6.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
9.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) and MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo are both good for software development.
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.
Portability
Very Good
Very Good
13.3in
SIZE
14.0in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
3.6 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) and MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo both have very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) and the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo compare to other laptops
"The MacBook Pro 13 is still a very good subnotebook. The 2022 MacBook Pro 13 might look like recycling at first, because the device is completely identical to the old model expect for the new M2 SoC. We have to admit that we were surprised to see another iteration of the MBP 13 as well. The laptop is obviously familiar, but this does not change the fact that it is still a very good subnotebook. You get an excellent chassis with good stability, a very good display, good input devices and the new M2 chip is very powerful and efficient."
"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 Apple
Apple, an American technology company, is one of the world’s largest company in terms of market capitalization. Their MacBook laptops feature a slim, minimalistic design, class-leading battery life, and premium display and speaker quality. In 2020 Apple switched from using Intel processors to their own silicon chips which have excellent performance and efficiency. The macOS operating system is the second most widely used OS, after Windows.
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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