If you're looking for a more affordable option primarily for basic tasks like web browsing and document editing, the ASUS Vivobook Go 12 may suit your needs, though it has lower processing power and a lower-quality display. On the other hand, if your work involves more intensive tasks, such as engineering software, 3D design, or you want a higher-quality, high-resolution display with touch capabilities, and you're willing to invest more, the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo would be the better option. The MSI also offers more storage, memory, and a more powerful processor. Keep in mind, however, that it's heavier and may not be as easy to carry around as the lightweight ASUS. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook Go 12
Excellent portability
Very good battery life
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 overall build quality
Good speakers
Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
5.6/10
7.8/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
468.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
9.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.4/10
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo is good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 12 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 12, with basic CPU and RAM, lesser storage, and a lower quality TN screen, is less suited for demanding general use tasks compared to the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo, which boasts a more powerful CPU, ample RAM, substantial storage, and a high-quality IPS touchscreen with better brightness and color accuracy.
Gaming and AI
5.4/10
6.5/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.0/10
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo is only fair for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 12 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 12 is equipped with a lower-end GPU and a basic TN display with a lower resolution which are not optimal for gaming and 3D applications, whereas the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo boasts a more capable integrated Iris Xe GPU and a high-resolution IPS display, providing a better experience for these tasks despite both having the same screen refresh rate.
Engineering and Design
5.3/10
7.7/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo is good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 12 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 12, with its Intel Celeron CPU, basic integrated graphics, and lower-quality TN screen, is not well-suited for demanding engineering and design tasks. In comparison, the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo offers a higher-end Intel i7 CPU, more capable Iris Xe graphics, and a higher-resolution IPS screen, making it a much better fit for such work.
Content Creation
5.7/10
7.8/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo is good for content creation, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 12 is poor.
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
5.7/10
7.7/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo is good for software development, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 12 is poor.
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
5.1/10
7.7/10
11.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
468.0 nits
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook Go 12 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
When choosing between the ASUS Vivobook Go 12 and the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo for general use, consider that the MSI has a higher resolution and brighter display, providing clearer and more vibrant visuals. For engineering and design tasks, the MSI excels with its superior color accuracy, covering a wider range of color gamuts that professionals require for precise work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, where a high refresh rate is crucial to smooth movement, neither of these laptops is ideal, but the ASUS may be especially lacking due to its inferior display characteristics.
Battery
10.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook Go 12 has 10 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
Excellent
Very Good
11.6in
SIZE
14.0in
2.3 lbs
WEIGHT
3.6 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The ASUS Vivobook Go 12 has excellent portability, while the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
5.1/10
7.4/10
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo has good build quality, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 12 has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$267
$1,563
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS Vivobook Go 12 has a price of $267 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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