If you prioritize gaming or need to perform intensive engineering tasks and are willing to pay more, the ASUS ROG Flow X13 with its more powerful processor and graphics card is well-suited for these needs, though with a higher price tag and shorter battery life. Contrastingly, the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo offers a balance between performance and cost, being less expensive while still suitable for general use and some engineering tasks; it has a longer battery life but less capable graphics which makes it less suitable for gaming or highly demanding 3D work. Both laptops offer similar portability with high-quality displays and touchscreens, but different GPUs, processors, and costs reflect their respective focuses; the ASUS for higher-end performance and the MSI for cost-efficient versatility. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Flow X13
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
Very good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo
Very good battery life
Very good speakers
Key differences
General Use
8.1/10
7.6/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
511.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
517.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
11.0 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.9/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 is very good for general use, while the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo is good.
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 stands out for its superior processing power with a Ryzen CPU and dedicated Nvidia GPU, making it a strong performer for a range of tasks, though its battery life is shorter compared to the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo. While the MSI Summit offers longer battery life and a more professional aesthetic with its integrated graphics, it trades off some of the graphical and processing might found in the ASUS, making the ASUS better for more demanding applications and the MSI for longer usage away from power sources.
Gaming and AI
7.8/10
6.3/10
7.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.0/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 is good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo is only fair.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Engineering and Design
8.5/10
7.3/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
7.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 is very good for engineering and design, while the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo is good.
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 stands out for engineering and design due to its robust AMD Ryzen 9 processor and dedicated Nvidia RTX 4070 graphics card, providing strong performance for computation-heavy tasks and superior graphics processing, and its screen offers higher resolution and better color accuracy, crucial for detailed design work. Meanwhile, the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo combines decent performance powered by an Intel i7 processor and integrated graphics, which are suitable for less intensive engineering tasks, with excellent portability thanks to its lighter weight and longer battery life, as well as a very high-contrast screen, although it doesn't quite match the ASUS's graphics capabilities or screen resolution.
Content Creation
8.2/10
7.5/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 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
8.0/10
7.4/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 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
8.4/10
7.3/10
13.4in
SIZE
13.4in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
511.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
517.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 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 ASUS ROG Flow X13's panel offers a high resolution and brightness, making images appear crisp and easy to view in various lighting conditions, while the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo provides a similar experience with slightly less vibrancy. During engineering and design tasks, the ASUS pulls ahead due to its wider color gamut coverage, essential for precision in color-sensitive work, whereas the MSI still offers commendable accuracy but falls short of the ASUS's range. However, for 3D and gaming, the ASUS's lower refresh rate hinders fast-paced visuals, which are less smooth compared to a screen with a higher refresh rate, a point on which both laptops may falter for dedicated gamers.
Battery
8.0 Hours
11.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has 8 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
8.5/10
7.4/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has very good 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
$2,500
$699
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has a price of $2,500 and the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo costs $699.
"The Asus ROG Flow X13 is not an off-the-shelf convertible. This quickly becomes clear when you take a closer look at the technical specs. The AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS is a state-of-the-art SoC with 8 cores and 16 threads, which also makes the 2-in-1 interesting as a work device. With 32 GB of RAM and a 1 TB SSD, gamers are also well taken care of. The dedicated Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q fits well into the overall concept and ensures a solid 3D performance. With the eGPU dock, which is equipped with a GeForce RTX 3080, the small convertible transforms into a full-fledged desktop replacement in terms of performance."
"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 ASUS
ASUS, a Taiwanese electronics brand, is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. The majority of their laptops are targeted towards personal use or gaming. Their most popular product lines include the budget-friendly VivoBook, more premium ZenBook, and their TUF and ROG gaming laptops, the latter of which has a reputation for excellent gaming performance.
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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