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Updated January 10, 2024·
Choosing between the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED and the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo depends on your priorities. The ASUS offers a higher resolution OLED display with better color accuracy, which is great for photo and video editing. It also has a larger 14-inch screen and a slightly thicker and heavier design, which may impact portability. Meanwhile, the MSI has a smaller display and lower resolution, but compensates with a more powerful processor, double the RAM, and extended battery life, making it a better choice for multitasking and longer work sessions. Both have similar storage capacity and touchscreens with the same aspect ratio. The MSI also comes with Windows 11 Pro, compared to Home on the ASUS, which might be beneficial for business use. If display quality is less critical than performance and portability, the MSI could be a better fit. If screen quality for creative tasks and a larger display matter more, the ASUS could be the preferred option. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo
- Very good battery life
- Very good speakers
Key differences
Screen Quality
8.6
7.3
14.0in
SIZE
13.4in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
376.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
517.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED has a better screen than the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED boasts an OLED panel with high resolution and brightness, enhancing visual clarity and color contrast for general use and design tasks, while its color gamut coverage ensures accurate color reproduction for engineering and design work. However, its lower refresh rate limits its appeal for gaming and 3D applications, where smoother motion is crucial. The MSI Summit, with a good quality screen and brightness, offers a balanced experience for general use and design tasks but, like the Zenbook, falls short for gaming and 3D content due to a standard refresh rate.
Battery
6.0 Hours
11.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED has 6 hours of battery life. The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo has 11 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
Very Good
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
13.4in
3.4 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo and ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED both have very good portability, though the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo has somewhat better portability.
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Cost
$575
$699
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED has a price of $575 and the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo costs $699.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.5
7.6
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
376.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
517.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
11.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.9/10
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo and ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED are both good for general use.
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED boasts an OLED screen with higher screen quality, including better colors and contrast, accompanied by sufficient RAM for multitasking, making it suitable for general use alongside a high-resolution display and good portability. On the other hand, the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo offers great portability and longer battery life with more RAM and a high-grade CPU, enhancing its capability for general use, while its 2-in-1 convertibility adds versatility for different work scenarios. Both laptops are well-matched with robust CPUs and similar storage, but the Zenbook excels in display quality and the Summit in battery longevity and flexibility.
Gaming and AI
6.5
6.3
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED and MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED has a high screen refresh rate suitable for smooth visuals in gaming and 3D applications but is equipped with an integrated GPU which limits its gaming and 3D rendering capabilities. In contrast, the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo has a lower screen refresh rate which may not be as fluid for fast-paced games, despite also featuring an integrated GPU that similarly restricts high-end gaming and 3D performance.
Engineering and Design
7.7
7.3
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED and MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo are both good for engineering and design.
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED is equipped with an OLED display providing excellent screen quality for engineering and design, while its Intel i5 processor and 8GB of RAM ensure reliable performance for most tasks. In contrast, the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo, with a higher RAM capacity of 16GB and a comparable Intel i7 processor, is also a 2-in-1 convertible, offering flexibility for design work alongside a good quality IPS screen.
Content Creation
7.6
7.5
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED and MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo 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
7.5
7.4
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED and MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo 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
7.8
7.4
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED and MSI Summit E13 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 14X OLED and the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED | MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$575 | $699 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | August 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.7'' x 8.9'' x 0.67'' | 11.8'' x 8.8'' x 0.59'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.44 lbs | 2.98 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.67" | 11.82" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.88" | 8.75" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-13500H | Intel i7-1260P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 11 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 70 Wh | 70 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 13.4" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | OLED | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2880 x 1800 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 120Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 376 nits | 517 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.3/10 | 8.9/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.5/10 | 6/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
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 | 1 | 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 | 4 | 4 | |
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ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED
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Matthew Buzzi | September 2023
"While one of the more budget-friendly configurations of the Asus Zenbook 14X OLED may make a compelling case as a top value pick, it’s difficult to be disappointed with the more expensive model we reviewed here. At its core, for all models, it’s a luxury-built laptop with extreme portability and a gorgeous OLED display. Our unit rocks with a snappy Core i9 processor for getting real work done, and the discrete GPU—even if it has a clear power ceiling—is a bonus for creative pros."
MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo
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Allen Ngo | April 2021
"MSI wants to prove that it can do more than just gaming laptops and the Summit E13 Flip is a great example of what the manufacturer is capable of especially in terms of aesthetics and performance. Normally for subnotebooks or convertibles, TDP and performance are often below average as makers want to meet slimmer designs and lower weight targets. The Summit manages to outperform others in its size class and category while still looking sleek and portable in the process. If you want a convertible that won't throttle significantly when under load, then this MSI will be one of the better options you can find."
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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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