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Updated January 16, 2024·
If you need high-performance gaming capabilities with robust graphics, the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 is equipped with an advanced graphics card that provides exceptional gameplay and is also good for demanding engineering software, however, it is heavier and bulkier, impacting its portability. On the other hand, the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo is a versatile 2-in-1 convertible laptop lighter and slimmer, ideal for general use and business-related tasks; it offers a higher-resolution display with a touch screen but will not match the gaming performance of the ASUS due to its integrated graphics. The MSI might also have a slightly superior build quality with its professional aesthetic appeal. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming A15
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Very good for content creation
- Very good battery life
Advantages of the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo
- Very good portability
- Good speakers
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.0
6.5
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.0/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 is very good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo is only fair.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 is better suited for gaming and 3D applications because it is equipped with a Nvidia RTX 4070 GPU and a screen with a high refresh rate of 144 Hz, which enables smoother visuals and enhanced gaming performance. Conversely, the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo, while still capable with an Intel Iris Xe GPU, only offers a standard refresh rate of 60 Hz, making it less optimal for fast-paced gaming and intense 3D tasks.
Engineering and Design
8.2
7.7
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 is very good for engineering and design, while the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo is good.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Screen Quality
7.2
7.7
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
271.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
468.0 nits
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 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, and engineering and design.
For general use, the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo offers a sharp display with vibrant colors and ample brightness, providing clarity and comfort for everyday tasks, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 also offers a good viewing experience but with less emphasis on color richness and brightness. The MSI's display covers a wider color spectrum, crucial for engineering and design where precise color replication is important, giving it an edge over the ASUS in professional creative work. However, the ASUS, despite its better suitability for gaming in other areas, falls short with a lower refresh rate on its screen, which is less optimal for fast-paced 3D applications compared to laptops with higher refresh rates.
Battery
11.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 has 11 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
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
4.8 lbs
WEIGHT
3.6 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo has very good portability, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.9
7.8
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
271.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
468.0 nits
11.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.4/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 and MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo are both good for general use.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 offers robust performance with its AMD Ryzen processor and high-quality dedicated graphics suitable for gaming and demanding tasks, ideal for those who prioritize CPU and GPU power, alongside ample storage and memory, but it compromises on weight and battery life compared to the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo, which is lighter and more portable with a superior screen in terms of resolution and brightness, as well as 2-in-1 flexibility, making it suitable for users who value portability and screen quality for everyday tasks. Both laptops have comparable RAM and storage, high-quality keyboards, and manage heat and noise efficiently, but the MSI has an advantage in battery life and a touchscreen feature for extra versatility.
Content Creation
8.0
7.8
9.1/10
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 TUF Gaming A15 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
7.6
7.7
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and ASUS TUF Gaming A15 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
7.2
7.4
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and ASUS TUF Gaming A15 both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,602
$1,563
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 has a price of $1,602 and the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo costs $1,563.
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How the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 and the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS TUF Gaming A15 | MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,602 | $1,563 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | January 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13.9'' x 9.9'' x 0.93'' | 12.6'' x 8.6'' x 0.63'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.85 lbs | 3.61 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.94" | 12.56" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.88" | 8.62" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7940HS | Intel i7-1260P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 11 Hours | 7 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 72 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2880 x 1800 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 271 nits | 468 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.1/10 | 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 | 6.8/10 | 6/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | 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 | N/A | 4 | |
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ASUS TUF Gaming A15
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Andreas Osthoff | June 2023
"With the release of the TUF Gaming A15, Asos have concentrated on the essentials: gaming performance. Our base version, which can be had for around $1,169, already provided enough power to play current games smoothly in a native resolution of 1080p and with maximum details - thanks to its new Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050 Laptop. If you utilize upscaling, then you can even manage to run ray tracing."
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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