The ASUS Zenbook 14 is a budget-friendly option with an OLED screen, solid battery life, and it's lightweight, which makes it easily portable. Although it may be less costly, the performance is moderate due to an Intel i5 processor and lower storage and memory, making it suitable for general use and everyday tasks. On the other hand, the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo, while more expensive, provides a 2-in-1 convertible feature, higher processing power with an Intel i7 processor, more storage and memory, and a professional Windows 11 Pro operating system; it's more suitable for intensive tasks and multitasking, but it is also heavier, which might affect portability. If budget is your main concern and your tasks are not extremely demanding, the ASUS could be a great choice; however, for better performance and versatility, especially in business or engineering contexts, the MSI might be the better fit despite its higher cost. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook 14
Very good overall display quality
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo has no clear advantages over the ASUS Zenbook 14.
Key differences
General Use
7.2/10
7.8/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
339.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
468.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.4/10
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and ASUS Zenbook 14 are both good for general use, though the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo is somewhat better.
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo outperforms the ASUS Zenbook 14 in general use due to its superior processor, double the RAM for multitasking, four times the storage capacity, and a screen that offers both higher brightness and touch functionality, contributing to its overall better usability and productivity, despite having slightly shorter battery life and being a tad heavier, which slightly affects its portability. Additionally, the MSI Summit E14's convertible design enhances its versatility for various use cases beyond typical laptop functions.
Content Creation
7.3/10
7.8/10
7.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and ASUS Zenbook 14 are both good for content creation, though the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo is somewhat better.
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.
Screen Quality
8.3/10
7.7/10
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
90Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
339.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
468.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook 14 has a better screen than the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design, while the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo has a better screen for content creation, and software development.
When selecting a laptop, the ASUS Zenbook 14 and MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo both offer high-resolution, bright displays with panels that render sharp images and vibrant colors suited for everyday tasks. For engineering and design, their screens cover a wide color spectrum, providing accurate color reproduction crucial for detailed and color-sensitive work. However, their lower refresh rates, which determine how smooth motion appears on screen, can hinder the experience for gaming or 3D applications where fast and fluid graphics are essential.
Battery
8.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook 14 has 8 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.
Cost
$300
$1,563
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS Zenbook 14 has a price of $300 and the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo costs $1,563.
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and ASUS Zenbook 14 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Zenbook 14 has an average screen refresh rate for gaming and 3D tasks, but the GPU is entry-level, handling less demanding games and applications well. The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo, while having a similar GPU, offers a lower screen refresh rate that may not be as smooth for fast-paced games or fluid 3D rendering.
Engineering and Design
7.2/10
7.7/10
7.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and ASUS Zenbook 14 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.
Software Development
7.2/10
7.7/10
7.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and ASUS Zenbook 14 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
Very Good
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
3.6 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The ASUS Zenbook 14 and MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo both have very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8/10
7.4/10
The ASUS Zenbook 14 and MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo 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 Zenbook 14 and the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo compare to other laptops
"Users who travel frequently and are looking for a portable laptop are in the right place with the Asus ZenBook 14. The sleek case is extremely light (1.2 kg) and surprisingly thin (1.5 cm). Outdoor use is also enjoyable thanks to the bright Full HD display, which is something that can rarely be said about laptops with TN or IPS panels. The excellent battery life complements this as well. Longer trips are no problem with the ZenBook 14. Another plus point is the high-performance Ryzen 7 5700U, which often leaves the Intel competition in the dust thanks to its large number of cores."
"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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