For gaming and engineering tasks that require strong graphics performance, the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is a great choice with a dedicated graphics card and higher refresh rate display, but it's bulkier and has a shorter battery life. The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo, with its higher resolution touchscreen and lighter design, is suited for business professionals who prioritize portability and screen quality for everyday productivity, and it offers longer battery life but less powerful graphics suitable for less intensive tasks. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming A16
Good for gaming and AI
Very good battery life
Advantages of the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo
Very good portability
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.4/10
6.5/10
7.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.0/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo is only fair.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is equipped with a dedicated AMD RX 7600S GPU and a high screen refresh rate of 165Hz, which are very important for smoother graphics in gaming and 3D applications. In contrast, the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo, while having a capable CPU in the form of an Intel i7-1260P, relies on its integrated Iris Xe graphics and offers a much lower screen refresh rate of 60Hz.
Screen Quality
7.5/10
7.7/10
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
294.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
468.0 nits
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has a better screen than the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo for gaming and AI, while the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo has a better screen for general use, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 offers good screen quality for general use and engineering design because it combines a decent resolution and adequate brightness, providing clear visuals and color accuracy essential for daily tasks and technical work. The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo has superior screen quality for these purposes with higher brightness and more extensive color coverage, ensuring more precise color representation for professional design projects. However, both laptops fall short for gaming and 3D applications due to low refresh rates, which leads to less fluid motion and can hamper the gaming experience where smooth visuals are crucial.
Battery
12.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has 12 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
4.8 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 A16 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$838
$1,563
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has a price of $838 and the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo costs $1,563.
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 are both good for general use.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is equipped with a capable CPU and higher refresh rate display, making it suitable for general use and casual gaming, while its larger screen and considerable battery life support prolonged use. Conversely, the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo, as a convertible with a touchscreen and higher resolution, offers versatility and sharper visuals for productivity and media consumption, and its lighter weight and smaller size enhance its portability despite a shorter battery life.
Engineering and Design
7.7/10
7.7/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
7.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 and MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo are both good for engineering and design.
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.
Content Creation
7.6/10
7.8/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 are both good for content creation.
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
7.3/10
7.7/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 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
7.2/10
7.4/10
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 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 TUF Gaming A16 and the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo compare to other laptops
"The A16 makes an excellent case against more expensive laptops like the Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 and the MSI Katana GF76, especially if you’re into 1080p gaming. However, although its affordable, it doesn’t skimp on performance or a robust chassis. But for me, the biggest factor that sets it apart from these options is its incredible battery life. In my time reviewing laptops, I can’t remember when I last saw a gaming laptop lasted 11 and a half hours on a single charge, which makes the A16, in my book, truly outstanding."
"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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