Choosing between the ASUS Zenbook Duo and the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo involves considering their unique features. The Zenbook Duo boasts a dual-screen design that can be particularly useful for multitasking or creative work, but it might be more cumbersome for everyday portability. The Summit E14 Flip Evo, being a 2-in-1 convertible, offers the flexibility of a laptop and a tablet, enhancing its use for presentations or on-the-go tasks. Regarding display, the MSI Summit has a higher brightness and wider color coverage, which might be desirable for those working with photo or video editing. The ASUS, however, has a higher refresh rate which is a boon for fast-moving visuals. If you often work with connectivity, the Thunderbolt ports on the Zenbook Duo are a highlight. The Summit E14’s battery life is slightly less than the Zenbook Duo, which could impact your decision if you need longer unplugged usage. Consider your primary needs—whether it’s multitasking, media work, portability, or battery life—to guide your choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Duo (2024)
The ASUS Zenbook Duo (2024) has no clear advantages over the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo.
Advantages of the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo
Good keyboard
Key differences
Engineering and Design
7.1/10
7.7/10
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and ASUS Zenbook Duo (2024) are both good for engineering and design, though the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo is somewhat better.
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.
Screen Quality
7.9/10
7.7/10
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
400.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
468.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has a better screen than the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo for gaming and AI, while the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo has a better screen for content creation, and software development.
PerfectRec’s screen quality scores take into account various important factors that are relevant for different use cases.
Battery
8.5 Hours
7.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has 8.5 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.
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and ASUS Zenbook Duo (2024) are both good for general use.
PerfectRec’s General Use Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for general productivity, web browsing, streaming, video calls, and running a wide variety of apps and programs.
Gaming and AI
6.3/10
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
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.0/10
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and ASUS Zenbook Duo (2024) are both only fair for gaming and AI.
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.
Content Creation
7.5/10
7.8/10
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and ASUS Zenbook Duo (2024) 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
7.4/10
7.7/10
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and ASUS Zenbook Duo (2024) 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
3.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and ASUS Zenbook Duo (2024) 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 Duo (2024) 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.
Cost
$1,500
$1,599
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS Zenbook Duo (2024) has a price of $1,500 and the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo costs $1,599.
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How the ASUS Zenbook Duo (2024) and the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo compare to other laptops
"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 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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