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Updated January 10, 2024·
When choosing between the ASUS ROG Strix G16 and the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo, consider your main use case. The ASUS is a better fit for gamers or those needing to run 3D applications due to its more powerful dedicated graphics card. It also has a higher refresh rate screen for smoother visuals but is heavier and bulkier, making it less portable. On the other hand, the MSI has a smaller, lighter design with a touchscreen and higher resolution screen, better suited for business professionals who value portability and a premium look. It also has better battery life but relies on integrated graphics, which are less suitable for intensive tasks like gaming or 3D rendering. Both laptops have similar prices, RAM, and processing capabilities, but the MSI provides more storage out of the box. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G16
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good speakers
Advantages of the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo
- Very good portability
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.9
6.5
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
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 Strix G16 is good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 is better suited for gaming and 3D applications due to its Nvidia RTX 4060 graphics card and a higher screen refresh rate of 165, which enables smoother visuals and better graphics performance compared to the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo, which has a built-in Intel Iris Xe GPU and a lower screen refresh rate of 60, resulting in less fluid motion and lower graphics capabilities.
Engineering and Design
8.3
7.7
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 is very good for engineering and design, while the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16, with its advanced Intel processor and dedicated Nvidia GPU, offers superior performance for demanding engineering tasks and has a high-quality screen, although it is heavier and less portable; in contrast, the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo is a more portable 2-in-1 device with a top-tier screen resolution and touch capability but has a lower performance Intel integrated GPU which may not suit the most intensive design work.
Screen Quality
7.5
7.7
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
291.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
468.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 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, and engineering and design.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16's screen provides clear and bright visuals for everyday tasks and is suitable for engineering and design work due to its accurate color representation, but its lower refresh rate makes it less ideal for gaming and 3D applications that benefit from smoother motion. The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo offers excellent definition and brightness for both everyday use and professional design tasks, with a wide range of colors that help in precision work, yet it falls short for gaming and 3D content where its refresh rate does not provide the most fluid experience. Both laptops offer high-quality displays when it comes to sharpness and color accuracy necessary for general use and professional design, but gamers and 3D artists would notice limitations in the fluidity of motion due to less optimal refresh rates.
Battery
9.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has 9 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
Fair
Very Good
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
5.5 lbs
WEIGHT
3.6 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo has very good portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G16 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
7.8
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
291.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
468.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
6.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.4/10
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and ASUS ROG Strix G16 are both good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16's strong CPU, dedicated graphics, and large screen enhance performance and visual experience, although it's heavier and has less portability than the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo, which offers greater storage, a higher resolution touchscreen that can act as a tablet, and has a lighter, more portable design with a commendably long battery life.
Content Creation
7.9
7.8
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 and MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo 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.
Software Development
7.7
7.7
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and ASUS ROG Strix G16 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.
Build Quality
7.8
7.4
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 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.
Cost
$1,399
$1,399
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has a price of $1,399 and the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo costs $1,399.
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How the ASUS ROG Strix G16 and the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS ROG Strix G16 | MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,399 | $1,399 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2023 | January 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13.9'' x 10.4'' x 1.05'' | 12.6'' x 8.6'' x 0.63'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.51 lbs | 3.61 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.94" | 12.56" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.39" | 8.62" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13650HX | Intel i7-1260P | |
Graphics | |||
Graphics | RTX 4060 (140 W) | Iris Xe G7 | |
Mux Switch / Advanced Optimus | |||
Mux Switch / Advanced Optimus | Yes | No | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 7 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 72 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 2880 x 1800 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 291 nits | 468 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.3/10 | 6/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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ASUS ROG Strix G16
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Marc Herter | March 2023
"With the mobile Nvidia GeForce RTX 4080, the Asus ROG Stix G16 hits the sweet spot between performance and cooling. The G16 also does not have to shy away from direct comparison with its supposedly stronger family member, the ROG Strix Scar 18 with its RTX 4090, as most benchmarks of the two laptops are very close to each other. Moreover, the G16 should be significantly cheaper. Depending on the supplier, the price difference here could be almost US$ 2,000. In the 2023 model series, Asus has significantly leveled out the differences between the two high-end lines."
MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo
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Allen Ngo | July 2022
"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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