Choosing between the ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 and the MSI Summit E16 Flip depends on your priorities. The ASUS offers superior performance for 3D tasks, machine learning and engineering thanks to a higher-end GPU and CPU, making it more suitable for intensive gaming and demanding software. However, it's heavier with a shorter battery life, which might be a concern if portability is crucial. On the other hand, the MSI is lighter, offers a longer battery life, and includes a touchscreen, making it a more versatile option for business and general use. It has a solid build but doesn't match the ASUS for high-end tasks. Both have similar display quality and ample storage and memory. 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 E16 Flip
Good battery life
Good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.5/10
6.8/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.6/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 is very good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Summit E16 Flip is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 excels in gaming and 3D performance due to its powerful Nvidia RTX 4070 GPU and high screen refresh rate of 240 Hz, which allows for smoother visuals during fast-paced action. On the other hand, the MSI Summit E16 Flip, while also good for gaming and 3D with its Nvidia RTX 3050 Ti GPU, offers a lower screen refresh rate of 165 Hz, which may not be as smooth but contributes to its better battery life.
Engineering and Design
8.8/10
7.7/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 is very good for engineering and design, while the MSI Summit E16 Flip is good.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 is ranked higher for engineering and design because it has a more powerful CPU and GPU combo with an Intel i9 and Nvidia RTX 4070, beneficial for demanding tasks, while the MSI Summit E16 Flip with an Intel i7 and Nvidia RTX 3050 Ti offers good performance but less suited for the most intensive applications.
Screen Quality
9.0/10
8.0/10
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
627.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
294.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 has a better screen than the MSI Summit E16 Flip for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and content creation.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 and MSI Summit E16 Flip both offer high resolution and brightness, along with a panel type that renders crisp and vibrant images, thereby providing an excellent display for everyday tasks and professional design work where color accuracy is critical. Their capabilities in displaying wide color gamuts ensure that hues in design software are reproduced with fidelity, crucial for tasks in engineering and graphic design. However, for gaming and 3D graphics, the moderate refresh rates on these laptops may not provide the smoothest experience, which is essential for fast-paced visual performance.
Battery
4.5 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 has 4.5 hours of battery life. The MSI Summit E16 Flip has 8 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.
Build Quality
8.5/10
7.4/10
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 has very good build quality, while the MSI Summit E16 Flip has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$2,059
$1,413
$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 E16 Flip costs $1,413.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 and MSI Summit E16 Flip are both good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 offers a high-end CPU and a top-notch graphics card which makes it suitable for heavy tasks and gaming, but it compromises on battery life. Meanwhile, the MSI Summit E16 Flip, with a capable but less powerful CPU and graphics card, offers longer battery life and a convertible 2-in-1 design that adds to its portability and versatility for general use.
Content Creation
8.2/10
7.9/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
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 E16 Flip 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
7.6/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 and MSI Summit E16 Flip 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.
Portability
Good
Good
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
4.1 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The MSI Summit E16 Flip and ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 and the MSI Summit E16 Flip 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 E16 Flip is a 2-in-1 laptop with pen, 16:10 display, and RTX 3050 Ti. The Summit E16 Flip is a 2-in-1 laptop from the business segment that primarily targets creative users. MSI combines a 16-inch touchscreen in the 16:10 format with a powerful midrange GPU. While the 2-in-1 laptop from MSI isn't meant for everybody, it should definitely attract some followers. The touchscreen display (2,560 x 1,600 pixels) covers the DCI-P3 color space. This is accompanied by stable viewing angles, a good color reproduction, short response times, and a good contrast level."
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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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