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Updated January 10, 2024·
If portability and versatility are important, the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo offers a lighter design and a touchscreen. For those needing maximum performance and a higher-quality display, particularly for creative work or more sophisticated tasks, the Apple MacBook Pro 14 is better suited with its superior display colors, higher brightness, and Apple's powerful M3 chip. Although the MacBook Pro excels in battery life, the MSI has an advantage in RAM, which can be crucial for multitasking and more intensive applications. However, the MacBook Pro generally costs more, while the MSI offers a balance of features at a lower price point. Both run on different operating systems, MacOS and Windows 11 Pro respectively, which could be a decisive factor based on your software preferences and needs. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Apple MacBook Pro 14 (Late 2023)
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- 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 E13 Flip Evo
- The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo has no clear advantages over the Apple MacBook Pro 14 (Late 2023).
Key differences
General Use
8.2
7.6
3024 x 1964
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
489.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
517.0 nits
17.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
11.0 Hours
9.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.9/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 (Late 2023) is very good for general use, while the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo is good.
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 (Late 2023) boasts a high-quality screen, exceptional battery life, and excellent portability, making it an ideal choice for general use. On the other hand, the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo offers more RAM for better multitasking, and despite a lower battery life, its 2-in-1 convertible design enhances its versatility for varied general use situations.
Engineering and Design
8.1
7.3
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
4.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 (Late 2023) is very good for engineering and design, while the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo is good.
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 (Late 2023) excels in engineering and design with its higher screen resolution and contrast ratio, lending itself to greater detail and color accuracy, along with its integrated Apple M3 processor and GPU known for powerful performance; however, it is slightly heavier than the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo.
Content Creation
8.4
7.5
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
3024 x 1964
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 (Late 2023) is 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.
Software Development
8.2
7.4
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
3024 x 1964
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
9.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 (Late 2023) is very good for software development, while the MSI Summit E13 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
7.3
14.2in
SIZE
13.4in
3024 x 1964
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
489.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
517.0 nits
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 has a better screen than the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo for general use, AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 offers a vibrant screen with high resolution and brightness, making it excellent for general use where clarity and visibility are key. Its impressive color gamut coverage appeals to engineering and design professionals who need accurate color representation for their work. However, its lower refresh rate limits its appeal for 3D applications, where a higher refresh rate is crucial for smooth rendering of moving images.
Battery
17.0 Hours
11.0 Hours
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 has 17 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.
Build Quality
10.0
7.4
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 (Late 2023) has best in class build quality, while the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,499
$1,130
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 (Late 2023) has a price of $1,499 and the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo costs $1,130.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
6.7
6.3
4.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
3024 x 1964
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.0/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 (Late 2023) and MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 includes an integrated GPU in its Apple M3 chip, supporting a higher screen refresh rate, which improves the 3D experience, although its operating system limits game compatibility. Meanwhile, the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo offers fair gaming and 3D performance with its Intel Iris Xe graphics but has a standard refresh rate; it runs Windows allowing broader game support but may not handle demanding titles as smoothly.
Portability
Very Good
Very Good
14.2in
SIZE
13.4in
3.4 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo and Apple MacBook Pro 14 (Late 2023) both have very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the Apple MacBook Pro 14 (Late 2023) and the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Apple MacBook Pro 14 (Late 2023) | MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,499 | $1,130 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | November 1, 2023 | August 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.3'' x 8.7'' x 0.61'' | 11.8'' x 8.8'' x 0.59'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.4 lbs | 2.98 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.31" | 11.82" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.71" | 8.75" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Apple M3 | Intel i7-1260P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 17 Hours | 11 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 69.6 Wh | 70 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14.2" | 13.4" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | Mini LED | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3024 x 1964 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 120Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 489 nits | 517 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 10/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.6/10 | 8.9/10 | |
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 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
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 | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 3 | 4 | |
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Apple MacBook Pro 14 (Late 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 E13 Flip Evo
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Allen Ngo | April 2021
"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 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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