If you're looking for a less expensive option, the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED would save you money while still offering a quality OLED display and capable performance for general use. The tradeoff is that it has a lower-tier processor and less memory compared to the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo, which could matter if you need more power for tasks like 3D rendering or complex spreadsheets. The MSI is a 2-in-1 convertible with a touchscreen, which can be very useful if you want the flexibility of a tablet for presentations or creative work. Additionally, the MSI includes Windows 11 Pro with features suited for business environments, which the ASUS does not have. Evaluate your needs regarding performance, the necessity of a convertible design, and budget constraints to make your choice. 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 E14 Flip Evo
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo has no clear advantages over the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED.
Key differences
Screen Quality
8.6/10
7.7/10
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
376.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
468.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED has a better screen than the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
If you prioritize clarity and vibrant colors for tasks like browsing and document editing, both the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED and MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo offer high-resolution OLED screens with excellent brightness, making them ideal for general use. Engineers and designers would appreciate these laptops' wide color gamuts, ensuring that they display a broad spectrum of colors accurately for precise visual work. However, gamers and those involved in 3D work would find the slower refresh rates on both models less than optimal, as this can impact the smoothness of fast-paced visuals and renderings.
Cost
$575
$1,563
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED has a price of $575 and the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo costs $1,563.
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED are both good for general use.
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED boasts an OLED display, which offers vibrant colors and high contrast, making it excellent for screen quality and general use; however, it has a moderate battery life and less RAM compared to the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo, which also provides a high-resolution IPS touchscreen, more storage, and RAM, along with slightly better battery life and portability, making it a strong contender for general use as well.
Gaming and AI
6.5/10
6.5/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.0/10
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED offers a higher screen refresh rate which can lead to smoother visuals in gaming and 3D applications, a plus for those activities; however, both the ASUS and the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo have similar integrated GPUs with the MSI model providing a larger storage capacity and more RAM, which might benefit multitasking and larger projects. Screen quality is high on both, with OLED on the ASUS for deep blacks and vivid colors, and an IPS display on the MSI which is known for good color accuracy and viewing angles.
Engineering and Design
7.7/10
7.7/10
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 E14 Flip Evo are both good for engineering and design.
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED offers a vibrant OLED display with high contrast, which is beneficial for engineering and design work that requires accurate color representation and detail clarity, but it has lower RAM capacity compared to the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo.
Content Creation
7.6/10
7.8/10
8.5/10
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 14X OLED 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
7.5/10
7.7/10
8.5/10
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 14X OLED 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.
Battery
6.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED has 6 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
Very Good
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
3.4 lbs
WEIGHT
3.6 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED 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 14X OLED 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 14X OLED and the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo compare to other laptops
"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."
"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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