The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 is more affordable and lighter, making it better for portability; however, it has less storage, RAM, and a lower-resolution display. Its battery life is comparable to the MSI Summit E16 Flip, which has a larger, higher resolution screen suitable for engineering and creative tasks. The MSI includes a superior processor and dedicated graphics suitable for gaming, 3D rendering, and machine learning, justifying its higher price. Both have touchscreen displays, but the MSI's is larger with a higher refresh rate. If budget is a concern and you need a device for general use, the ASUS could be a good choice, while the MSI is ideal for performance-intensive tasks. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14
Very good portability
Advantages of the MSI Summit E16 Flip
Good for engineering and design
Very good overall display quality
Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.1/10
7.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
314.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
294.0 nits
8.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
The MSI Summit E16 Flip and ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 are both good for general use, though the MSI Summit E16 Flip is somewhat better.
The MSI Summit E16 Flip delivers superior general use performance with a more powerful CPU, double the RAM, and a higher-resolution screen, enhancing multitasking and visual clarity, albeit at a slightly heavier weight. In contrast, the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 offers less performance due to its older CPU and less RAM, which might impact heavily multitasking and advanced applications, but it compensates with a lighter design for better portability.
Gaming and AI
6.1/10
6.8/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The MSI Summit E16 Flip and ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the MSI Summit E16 Flip is somewhat better.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Engineering and Design
6.6/10
7.7/10
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Summit E16 Flip is good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 is only fair.
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14, with its decent processor and integrated graphics, caters well to engineering and design tasks, aided by a dual-screen setup which enhances productivity. On the other hand, the MSI Summit E16 Flip offers a more powerful processor, double the RAM, a higher-end dedicated graphics card, and a superior screen resolution which might make it better suited for more demanding engineering and design applications, while also being a 2-in-1 convertible for versatile use.
Content Creation
7.3/10
7.9/10
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Summit E16 Flip and ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 are both good for content creation, though the MSI Summit E16 Flip 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.
Software Development
7.0/10
7.6/10
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Summit E16 Flip and ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 are both good for software development, though the MSI Summit E16 Flip is somewhat better.
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
6.8/10
8.0/10
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
314.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
294.0 nits
The MSI Summit E16 Flip has a better screen than the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
If you prioritize vibrant colors and sharp details for productivity tasks or creative work, both the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 and MSI Summit E16 Flip offer screens with good resolutions and brightness levels, making them suitable for general use. The MSI Summit E16 Flip stands out for engineering and design with a screen that displays a broader range of colors accurately, essential for professional visual work. However, for gaming or 3D applications, neither laptop is ideal because they lack the high refresh rates needed for smooth visuals in fast-paced scenarios.
Portability
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
3.6 lbs
WEIGHT
4.1 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has very good portability, while the MSI Summit E16 Flip has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$999
$1,413
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has a price of $999 and the MSI Summit E16 Flip costs $1,413.
"The Asus ZenBook Duo's second screen is like the Apple Touch Bar, but better. Most would agree that having two screens instead of one can really boost productivity and the ZenBook Duo is no different in this regard. It's tough going back to just one screen after becoming accustomed to spacious dual-screen setups. For a laptop form factor, however, users will have to accept some compromises. Firstly, weight is the most obvious drawback as the system is several hundred grams heavier than a regular ZenBook 14. Additionally, colors on the second screen will not be as vivid as the main display."
"The MSI Summit E16 Flip is a 2-in-1 laptop with pen, 16:10 display, and RTX 3050 Ti. The Summit E16 Flip is a 2-in-1 laptop from the business segment that primarily targets creative users. MSI combines a 16-inch touchscreen in the 16:10 format with a powerful midrange GPU. While the 2-in-1 laptop from MSI isn't meant for everybody, it should definitely attract some followers. The touchscreen display (2,560 x 1,600 pixels) covers the DCI-P3 color space. This is accompanied by stable viewing angles, a good color reproduction, short response times, and a good contrast level."
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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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