If you prefer a laptop with a stronger performance, especially for intensive engineering, 3D or machine learning tasks, despite being less portable and more expensive, the Apple MacBook Pro 16 (2021) would be a solid choice. It has a more powerful graphics unit, higher screen resolution, and a longer battery life compared to the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo. However, if portability, touch screen capability, and a lesser hit on the wallet are more critical for you, and you're mainly focused on general use cases, the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo is a viable option. Keep in mind that the MSI laptop may not handle resource-heavy tasks as adeptly as the MacBook Pro. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Apple MacBook Pro 16 (2021)
Excellent 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
Best in class battery life
Best in class speakers
Best in class keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo
Very good portability
Key differences
General Use
9.0/10
7.6/10
3456 x 2234
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
497.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
517.0 nits
17.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
11.0 Hours
9.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.9/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (2021) is excellent for general use, while the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo is good.
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (2021) excels in general use due to its more powerful CPU, higher RAM capacity, and superior Mini LED screen, which all contribute to better performance and display quality; it also offers longer battery life but is less portable due to its larger size and weight. The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo, while still good for general use, has a less powerful CPU, half the RAM, and a lower quality IPS screen, but gains points for its better portability due to its lower weight and 2-in-1 convertible design.
Gaming and AI
7.0/10
6.3/10
5.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
3456 x 2234
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 16 (2021) is good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo is only fair.
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (2021) excels in 3D tasks due to its robust GPU and high-quality Mini LED display, but it is limited by macOS's compatibility with certain games, while the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo, despite its versatile 2-in-1 form factor and touch-enabled IPS screen, offers only fair gaming and 3D performance because its GPU isn't as powerful.
Engineering and Design
8.7/10
7.3/10
7.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
5.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (2021) is very good for engineering and design, while the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo is good.
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (2021) is particularly suited for engineering and design due to its powerful Apple M1 Pro processor with more cores, a larger battery, superior GPU performance, and its high-resolution mini LED display that offers excellent brightness, color coverage, and contrast ratio. In comparison, the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo, while also equipped with a capable Intel i7 processor and a high-quality IPS touchscreen, offers more portability and versatility as a convertible device but has half the RAM and a less powerful integrated GPU, which makes it slightly less ideal for the most demanding engineering and design tasks.
Content Creation
8.8/10
7.5/10
7.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
3456 x 2234
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (2021) 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
8.9/10
7.4/10
7.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
3456 x 2234
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
9.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (2021) 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
9.4/10
7.3/10
16.2in
SIZE
13.4in
3456 x 2234
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
497.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
517.0 nits
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 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 16 (2021) boasts a high-resolution display with exceptional brightness and color accuracy that makes it ideal for general use and engineering tasks that require precise color representation, but its standard refresh rate limits its 3D performance. The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo offers a versatile display with ample brightness and good resolution suitable for both general use and engineering needs, but it still lacks the advanced refresh rate sought by 3D applications and high-end gaming. Essentially, the MacBook Pro excels in visual fidelity and color range critical for professional design work, while the Summit E13 provides a balanced screen for everyday tasks and some creative work but falls short for fast-paced 3D rendering or gaming experiences.
Battery
17.5 Hours
11.0 Hours
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 has 17.5 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
Good
Very Good
16.2in
SIZE
13.4in
4.7 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo has very good portability, while the Apple MacBook Pro 16 (2021) has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
10.0/10
7.4/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (2021) 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
$1,949
$699
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (2021) has a price of $1,949 and the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo costs $699.
"The Apple MacBook Pro 16 2023: M2 Max challenges GeForce RTX 3080 Ti. The new MacBook Pro 16 2023 with the M2 Max SoC is the most powerful laptop Apple has on sale right now. While we do not get the expected performance and efficiency improvements from completely new 3 nm chips, which we expected ahead of the launch, the 2023 model is still a solid update. The CPU of the M2 Max can be up to 20 % faster than the old model and we also see an advantage of 25-30 % for the GPU with 38 cores. However, both components also consume more power, so the efficiency did not change that much under maximum load."
"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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