For demanding tasks like gaming, 3D rendering, and machine learning, the ASUS ROG Strix G18 offers higher performance with a more powerful processor and graphics card, but it's less portable and has shorter battery life. The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo, on the other hand, is more affordable, lighter, and offers greater versatility with its 2-in-1 convertible design, making it suitable for general use and business applications on the go. If high-end gaming and intensive tasks are your priority and budget is not a concern, go for the ASUS; if you favor portability, flexibility, and value, the MSI is the better choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G18
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display 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
General Use
8.3/10
7.6/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
422.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
517.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
11.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
5.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.9/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 is very good for general use, while the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 offers superior performance and screen quality with a high-end CPU and GPU, making it very good for demanding tasks and general use, but it is less portable and has a shorter battery life. The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo, while good for general use with a capable CPU and high-quality display, is more portable with a longer battery life but has less storage and lacks a dedicated GPU, making it less suitable for performance-intensive tasks.
Gaming and AI
8.7/10
6.3/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
240Hz
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 G18 is very good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 tops the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo in gaming and 3D capabilities, primarily due to its significantly more powerful Nvidia RTX 4070 graphics card and a high screen refresh rate of 240, versus the MSI's Intel Iris Xe and a 60 refresh rate. While both feature quality IPS displays, these GPU and refresh rate differences are crucial for smooth, visually intense gaming experiences.
Engineering and Design
8.9/10
7.3/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 is very good for engineering and design, while the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18, with its high-end processor, dedicated graphics card, and larger, high-refresh rate screen, is more powerful for demanding engineering tasks and design work that benefit from better CPU, RAM, GPU, and screen quality. In contrast, the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo, while still performing well with a capable processor and integrated graphics, offers a more portable design and the flexibility of a 2-in-1 convertible screen, which trades off some performance for better portability and versatility.
Content Creation
8.6/10
7.5/10
9.9/10
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 Strix G18 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
8.1/10
7.4/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 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
8.7/10
7.3/10
18.0in
SIZE
13.4in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
422.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
517.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 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.
When considering general use, laptops like the ASUS ROG Strix G18, with its high resolution and bright display, offers clarity and comfort for everyday tasks. For engineering and design work, this laptop's ability to represent color accurately across wide color gamuts ensures that professionals see precise hues and contrasts critical for their projects. However, for gaming and 3D applications, where fast-paced visuals are key, the ASUS's lower refresh rate hampers the smoothness and responsiveness that gamers and 3D designers require, which is why it's considered poor for those uses.
Battery
8.0 Hours
11.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 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.
Portability
Poor
Very Good
18.0in
SIZE
13.4in
6.6 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo has very good portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G18 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$2,299
$699
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 has a price of $2,299 and the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo costs $699.
"With the ROG Strix G18, Asus has made an almost consistently good debut in the still quite new 18-inch laptop segment. The base unit case shows a few signs of weakness in the area of stability and is something which has an effect on the perceived quality of the input devices (the chassis tends to rattle a bit). Nevertheless, thanks to generous port features (incl. Thunderbolt 4), a striking design, and extensive lighting (keyboard, LED strip on the front), gamers get a fitting gaming platform."
"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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