The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 offers high performance suitable for intensive gaming and complex tasks due to a powerful processor and a high-end GPU. It has a high refresh rate screen which is excellent for fast-paced games. However, it is pricier, heavier and has moderate battery life, which may affect portability and convenience for frequent travelers. On the other hand, the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo is more portable, has a higher resolution touchscreen suitable for business use, and boasts a better battery life. It's ideal for general use and productivity tasks but may not perform as well for high-end gaming or 3D work. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good for content creation
Very good speakers
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo
Very good portability
Good battery life
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.3/10
6.5/10
8.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
300Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.0/10
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 is very 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
8.5/10
7.7/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
8.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 is very good for engineering and design, while the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 excels in engineering and design due to its high-end CPU and powerful dedicated GPU, which are suitable for heavy computational tasks and complex graphics work. In contrast, the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo, while still good for engineering and design, uses a less powerful CPU and integrated graphics, making it better suited for less intensive tasks but offering the advantage of greater portability and versatility as a convertible device.
Screen Quality
7.9/10
7.7/10
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
300Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
283.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
468.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 has a better screen than the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo for gaming and AI, and content creation, while the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo has a better screen for general use, engineering and design, and content creation.
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 offers a display that excels in resolution and brightness, making it suitable for everyday tasks and engineering applications where clarity is crucial, but it lacks a high refresh rate that gamers and 3D designers crave for smooth visuals. Meanwhile, the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo provides a vibrant and sharp image with its superior resolution and brightness, alongside a wide color gamut for accurate color representation needed in engineering and design, yet it also falls short for gaming and 3D work due to a less optimal refresh rate. Both laptops prioritize characteristics necessary for professional and casual use but don't cater to the needs of users where fluid motion and rapid screen updates are key.
Battery
5.5 Hours
7.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 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
Fair
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
5.0 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 Scar 15 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$2,000
$1,563
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 has a price of $2,000 and the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo costs $1,563.
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 are both good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 provides a powerful CPU and high-quality graphics for smooth performance in general use, coupled with a large screen and good speaker quality, but its battery life and portability are less optimal due to its gaming-oriented design. Conversely, the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo offers greater portability with lower weight and longer battery life, a better screen quality with higher resolution and touchscreen capability, suitable for a variety of tasks on the go, though it may not handle intensive tasks as well as the ASUS due to its less powerful integrated graphics.
Content Creation
8.0/10
7.8/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 to be very good for content creation, while the MSI Summit E14 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
7.4/10
7.7/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 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
7.8/10
7.4/10
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 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 Scar 15 and the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo compare to other laptops
"Asus continues to refine the ROG Strix Scar lineup with new upgrades. The Asus ROG Strix Scar 15 offers almost everything you would expect from a gaming laptop at this price. The build quality is great, connectivity options are decent, and there is enough scope for internal upgrades as well. Asus reverts to membrane switches for the keyboard — though not as "clickety" as the opto-mechanical ones we saw with last year's model, they still make for a decent typing and gaming experience. The lack of biometrics in any form is a downer."
"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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