The ASUS ROG Flow X16 is pricier but offers superior gaming performance, a larger screen with a higher refresh rate making it better suited for gaming and visually intensive tasks. However, it's heavier, which makes it less portable. On the other hand, the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo is more affordable, lighter, and offers a longer battery life, making it a better choice for general use and business applications. Both models have touchscreens with similar resolutions and high color accuracy, though the ASUS has a slight edge in color coverage and brightness. Decide based on whether you prioritize performance and gaming (ASUS) or affordability, battery life, and portability (MSI). Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Flow X16
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Best in class speakers
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo
Very good portability
Very good battery life
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.6/10
6.3/10
7.2/10
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
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.0/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 is good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 is considered good for gaming and 3D because it has a high-performance Nvidia RTX 3060 GPU and a high screen refresh rate of 165Hz, which are very important for smooth and detailed gameplay and rendering. In contrast, the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo, while still capable, is fair for gaming and 3D as it comes with the less powerful Intel i7-1260P Iris Xe integrated graphics and a lower refresh rate of 60Hz.
Engineering and Design
8.3/10
7.3/10
8.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
7.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 is very good for engineering and design, while the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo is good.
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 is especially suited for engineering and design use due to its more powerful AMD Ryzen CPU and Nvidia RTX GPU, which are crucial for performance-intensive tasks, alongside a higher resolution and brighter display that benefits detailed design work.
Content Creation
8.0/10
7.5/10
8.1/10
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 X16 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.
Screen Quality
8.5/10
7.3/10
16.0in
SIZE
13.4in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
502.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
517.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 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.
If you prioritize a vivid display with clear, crisp images for your everyday tasks, the ASUS ROG Flow X16 outshines the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo with superior resolution and brightness. For engineering and design work where accurate color representation is crucial, the ASUS also takes the lead with a broader color gamut, ensuring your designs look true to life. However, for gaming and 3D applications where smooth motion is key, neither laptop excels due to lower refresh rates compared to models tailored for gaming, potentially making fast-paced visuals appear less fluid.
Battery
5.5 Hours
11.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 has 5.5 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
16.0in
SIZE
13.4in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo has very good portability, while the ASUS ROG Flow X16 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5/10
7.4/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 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
$1,300
$699
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 has a price of $1,300 and the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo costs $699.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS ROG Flow X16 to be very good for general use, while the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo is good.
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 is equipped with a high-performance CPU, ample RAM, and a superior screen with excellent color coverage and high brightness, making it ideal for intensive tasks and media consumption; however, its battery life and heavier weight impact its portability. The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo offers similar RAM, a capable CPU suited for productivity, a high-quality screen, and longer battery life packed into a lighter and more compact frame, emphasizing portability and long usage times while sacrificing some performance compared to the ASUS.
Software Development
7.7/10
7.4/10
8.1/10
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 X16 and MSI Summit E13 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.
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How the ASUS ROG Flow X16 and the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo compare to other laptops
"Above all else, the Asus ROG Flow X16 is one thing - versatile! It is a thin, mobile work device, it's a 2-in-1, tablet, a powerful workstation and even a gaming PC. But something even more surprising: It does all of these things really well without making any big blunders. It's anything but a lazy compromise. Because, despite its compact dimensions and 2-in-1 functionality, the hardware isn't throttled and boasts, at least in turbo mode, above-average 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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