Choosing between the ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 and MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo involves considering performance, use cases, and design. The ASUS offers better performance for tasks like gaming or intensive engineering due to a more powerful processor and dedicated graphics card. However, it's heavier, which impacts portability. The MSI is lighter, can act as a tablet, includes a higher resolution screen, and has longer battery life, making it more practical for business professionals or students who prioritize mobility and versatility. If top performance is crucial and budget allows, the ASUS is the better option; for everyday use with convertible flexibility, the MSI is more suitable. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good for content creation
Excellent overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Best in class speakers
Advantages of the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo
Very good portability
Good battery life
Good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.5/10
6.5/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.0/10
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 is very good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 provides a superior experience for gaming and 3D applications primarily because it is equipped with a high-performance Nvidia RTX 4070 GPU and has a screen refresh rate of 240Hz, which is essential for smooth, fast-paced visuals.
Engineering and Design
8.8/10
7.7/10
9.5/10
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 Zephyrus M16 is very good for engineering and design, while the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo is good.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 boasts a more powerful CPU and GPU, essential for demanding engineering and design applications, providing superior performance compared to the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo which has a capable but less potent CPU and integrated graphics. While the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo offers a highly portable 2-in-1 design and a higher-resolution touchscreen, it may not handle intensive tasks as effectively, but it's a more versatile option for on-the-go use and presentations.
Screen Quality
9.0/10
7.7/10
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
627.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
468.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 has a better screen than the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and content creation.
For general use, both ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 and MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo offer high-resolution displays and brightness which contribute to crisp and vibrant visuals, enhancing everyday activities like browsing and video streaming. Engineering and design professionals will appreciate their wide color gamuts, ensuring accurate color representation for tasks requiring precise color work such as photo editing and CAD. However, for gaming and 3D applications which benefit from fast on-screen movement, the lower refresh rates of both models may result in less smooth transitions compared to laptops specifically designed for gaming with higher refresh rate screens.
Battery
4.5 Hours
7.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 has 4.5 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
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.6 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo has very good portability, while the ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5/10
7.4/10
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 has very good build quality, while the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$2,059
$1,563
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 has a price of $2,059 and the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo costs $1,563.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 and MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo are both good for general use.
PerfectRec’s General Use Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for general productivity, web browsing, streaming, video calls, and running a wide variety of apps and programs.
Content Creation
8.2/10
7.8/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
2560 x 1600
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 Zephyrus M16 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
7.7/10
7.7/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 and MSI Summit E14 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 Zephyrus M16 and the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo compare to other laptops
"The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 is not yet as optimised as its predecessor. Compared to the previous gen, performance and efficiency have improved significantly. What's more, the wonderful, Mini-LED Nebula display is a contender for the main highlight and almost manages to put the CPU and GPU in the shade. We already found its predecessor to be a well-rounded and well-optimised gaming machine. Generally, but not unequivocally, that also applies to the new Asus M16. Similar to most of the current, new laptops, we are dealing with a double generational leap in terms of the CPU and GPU. However, this change doesn't always run smoothly."
"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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