The ASUS Vivobook 14 is a budget-friendly option that's generally less expensive than the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo, making it suitable for those looking to save money. It has a reasonable balance of storage and RAM for everyday tasks but may struggle with more demanding activities like engineering work or heavy multitasking. The Vivobook is quite portable and offers a solid build and a backlit keyboard, but it lacks features like a touchscreen and premium color coverage on its screen, which are present in the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo.
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo, on the other hand, is a higher-end device with greater storage capacity, more RAM, and a faster processor. It's designed to handle intensive tasks such as 3D rendering, machine learning, and engineering software with more ease. The MSI offers a higher-resolution touchscreen, better color accuracy which is important for design and video editing, and includes modern ports like Thunderbolt 4. However, it is also more expensive and heavier, which could affect portability.
When choosing between the two, consider if the higher cost of the MSI is justified by the need for more power and better display features, or if the ASUS offers enough functionality for typical everyday use at a more appealing price point. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 14
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has no clear advantages over the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo.
Advantages of the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo
Good for general use
Good for engineering and design
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Good overall display quality
Good speakers
Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
6.9/10
7.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
468.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.4/10
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo is good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook 14 is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook 14 is rated as fair for general use due to its adequate CPU and RAM for basic tasks, reasonable battery life, and decent portability, but it falls short with a standard screen quality and average storage capacity. The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo, however, provides a better experience through its more powerful CPU, double the RAM, superior screen resolution and quality which also supports touch, alongside a better battery capacity and enhanced portability features, despite being slightly heavier, positioning it as a more suitable choice for those seeking enhanced performance and usability.
Gaming and AI
6.0/10
6.5/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.0/10
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and ASUS Vivobook 14 are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo is somewhat better.
The ASUS Vivobook 14 and MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo offer fair gaming and 3D performance due to both having integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics and a screen refresh rate of 60Hz, which are decent for moderate gaming but less ideal for high-end gaming or professional 3D work where dedicated GPUs and higher refresh rates are preferred. The MSI model has a slightly more capable processor, which might offer a small performance boost, but both are limited by their integrated graphics and refresh rates for these specific tasks.
Engineering and Design
6.3/10
7.7/10
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo is good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook 14 is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook 14, with an Intel i5 processor, 8GB of RAM, and an average screen quality, offers modest performance for engineering and design tasks, whereas the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo, equipped with a more powerful Intel i7 processor, double the RAM, and a higher resolution touchscreen, is better suited for demanding engineering applications and creative work due to its superior processing power and better display. Additionally, while the Vivobook 14 is slightly lighter and thus more portable, the MSI Summit E14 offers a higher screen quality, and better keyboard and speaker quality, enhancing the overall user experience for engineering and design professionals.
Content Creation
6.9/10
7.8/10
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo is good for content creation, while the ASUS Vivobook 14 is only fair.
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
6.8/10
7.7/10
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo is good for software development, while the ASUS Vivobook 14 is only fair.
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.
Screen Quality
6.3/10
7.7/10
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
468.0 nits
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook 14 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has an adequate display for everyday tasks and sufficient resolution for clarity, but its brightness may not be ideal for outdoor use or brightly lit environments. For engineering and design, it lacks the wide color gamuts required for precise color work. Regarding gaming and 3D applications, the Vivobook falls short with a modest refresh rate, not providing the smooth visuals desired by gamers.
Cost
$421
$1,563
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has a price of $421 and the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo costs $1,563.
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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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