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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize a high-quality display with excellent color accuracy, the Apple MacBook Pro 14 is superior and also offers higher performance in engineering and creative applications due to its potent chipset and graphics. It's pricier but boasts a longer battery life and a sturdier build quality. However, if cost is a concern and you need extra features like a touchscreen and a more versatile form factor, the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo costs less and offers double the storage space. Keep in mind, though, it's not as strong in performance-heavy tasks and has shorter battery life compared to the MacBook Pro. Choose based on whether your tasks are general or more intensive, your need for touch capability, and budget considerations. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Apple MacBook Pro 14 (2023)
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Excellent overall display quality
- Best in class overall build quality
- Excellent 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 14 (2023).
Key differences
General Use
8.5
7.8
3024 x 1964
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
489.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
468.0 nits
13.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
9.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.4/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 (2023) is very good for general use, while the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo is good.
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 (2023) excels in general use due to its superior CPU and GPU that provide better performance, an exceptional Mini LED screen with high brightness and contrast, and a longer battery life, making it very portable and ideal for on-the-go usage. In comparison, the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo offers a touch screen and 2-in-1 convertible functionality alongside ample storage, but falls short on battery life and has a standard IPS display, which together with an average-grade speaker and heat management, make it overall good for general use but without the standout features of the MacBook.
Engineering and Design
8.4
7.7
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
5.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 (2023) is very good for engineering and design, while the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo is good.
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 offers a high-performance CPU, ample RAM, and a dedicated GPU which, combined with its excellent screen quality, make it well-suited for demanding engineering and design tasks. While the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo also provides strong CPU and RAM support for such tasks, it may not match the MacBook Pro's GPU performance and screen fidelity, yet it offers greater flexibility with its convertible design and could be more convenient for those valuing portability.
Content Creation
8.5
7.8
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
3024 x 1964
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 (2023) is very good for content creation, while the MSI Summit E14 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.
Software Development
8.4
7.7
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
3024 x 1964
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
9.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 (2023) is very good for software development, while the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo is good.
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
9.2
7.7
14.2in
SIZE
14.0in
3024 x 1964
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
489.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
468.0 nits
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 has a better screen than the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo for general use, AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, the Apple MacBook Pro 14's screen offers superior resolution and brightness, providing a clear and vivid display that's easy on the eyes for everyday tasks. For engineering and design, the MacBook Pro's wide color gamuts, including DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB, ensure accurate color reproduction which is crucial for professional creative work. However, for 3D applications and gaming, the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo falls short due to a lower refresh rate, which is less optimal for the smooth rendering of fast-moving images.
Battery
13.5 Hours
7.0 Hours
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 has 13.5 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.
Build Quality
10.0
7.4
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 (2023) 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.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
7.0
6.5
5.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
3024 x 1964
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Apple MacBook Pro 14 (2023) to be good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo is only fair.
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 (2023) is considered good for 3D because of its strong GPU which supports demanding tasks, even though it lacks wide game compatibility. The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo, despite being fair for gaming and 3D, is limited by its integrated graphics and standard screen refresh rate, advantageous for casual use but less for intensive gaming.
Portability
Very Good
Very Good
14.2in
SIZE
14.0in
3.5 lbs
WEIGHT
3.6 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 (2023) and MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo both have very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,630
$1,599
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 (2023) has a price of $1,630 and the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo costs $1,599.
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How the Apple MacBook Pro 14 (2023) and the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Apple MacBook Pro 14 (2023) | MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,630 | $1,599 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2023 | January 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.3'' x 8.7'' x 0.61'' | 12.6'' x 8.6'' x 0.63'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.5 lbs | 3.61 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.31" | 12.56" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.71" | 8.62" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Apple M2 Pro (10C) | Intel i7-1260P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 13.5 Hours | 7 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 69.6 Wh | 72 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14.2" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | Mini LED | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3024 x 1964 | 2880 x 1800 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 120Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 489 nits | 468 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 10/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.6/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | Yes | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8.8/10 | 6/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 10/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 0 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 3 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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Apple MacBook Pro 14 (2023)
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Andreas Osthoff | January 2023
"In the Apple MacBook Pro 14 2023, the M2 Pro is slowed down. From the improved 5nm process, the new M2 Pro is a very solid upgrade. Graphics performance has increased by about 25% in tandem with a clear improvement in efficiency. The processor has also seen a performance leap of up to 20%, but this is accompanied by an increase in consumption of up to 25%. Fundamentally, Apple its maintaining its advantage over AMD and Intel, particularly in optimized applications where the results are very good in view of the comparatively low power consumption."
MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo
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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 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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