The ASUS ROG Strix G15 offers strong performance for 3D, machine learning, and gaming due to its capable Ryzen 9 processor and Nvidia RTX 3050 Ti GPU but has moderate battery life and is less portable due to its larger size and weight. On the other hand, the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo is more portable with a longer battery life and a high-resolution touchscreen, making it suitable for business use and general tasks. Both have similar RAM and storage, but if portability and longer battery life are priorities, the MSI is the better choice, whereas if gaming and intensive tasks are more important, the ASUS will excel. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G15
Good for gaming and AI
Advantages of the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo
Very good portability
Good battery life
Key differences
Software Development
7.2/10
7.7/10
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and ASUS ROG Strix G15 are both good for software development, though the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo is somewhat better.
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
7.1/10
7.7/10
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
284.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
468.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 has a better screen than the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo for gaming and AI, while the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo has a better screen for general use, engineering and design, and content creation.
For general use, the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo offers superior visuals as it likely has a better panel type, resolution, and brightness in comparison to the ASUS ROG Strix G15, ensuring a clearer and more vibrant display. In engineering and design tasks, the MSI's emphasis on wider color gamuts would benefit professionals who need precise color accuracy for their work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the ASUS, despite its poorer screen quality in this context, may fall short due to a lower refresh rate, which is critical for smooth motion rendering, while the MSI maintains its unsuitability for these uses for the same reason.
Battery
5.5 Hours
7.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 has 5.5 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.
Portability
Good
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.6 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo has very good portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,249
$1,563
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 has a price of $1,249 and the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo costs $1,563.
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and ASUS ROG Strix G15 are both good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 offers robust performance with a strong CPU and dedicated GPU, a larger screen with a high refresh rate, and additional gaming aesthetics, but it's heavier and has shorter battery life than the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo, which provides portability with its lightweight design, longer battery life, a higher-resolution touchscreen that can be converted into a tablet, although its integrated graphics are less powerful for demanding tasks.
Gaming and AI
7.0/10
6.5/10
5.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS ROG Strix G15 to be good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Summit E14 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
7.6/10
7.7/10
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
5.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and ASUS ROG Strix G15 are both good for engineering and design.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Content Creation
7.7/10
7.8/10
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and ASUS ROG Strix G15 are both good for content creation.
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.
Build Quality
7.8/10
7.4/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 and MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the ASUS ROG Strix G15 and the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo compare to other laptops
"The ASUS ROG Strix G15 is a successful high-performance 15-inch laptop. The Asus ROG Strix impresses with an elaborate design and fast hardware. The latter can unleash its potential well in the large 15-inch case and achieve a decent performance boost compared to the previous generation. Especially the stunning 300 Hz display as well as the RTX 3070 and its generous TDP give gamers their money's worth. Asus didn't neglect seemingly small details, either, such as the keyboard and the maintenance options. The ROG Strix G15 offers a lot of pure performance and excellent workmanship in a 15-inch format, but connectivity leaves something to be desired."
"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 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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