The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo is more expensive and offers higher performance for intensive tasks like engineering, 3D rendering, and machine learning, due to its superior processor and larger memory. It also has a high-resolution OLED display which is great for color-sensitive work. However, it is heavier and has a shorter battery life. On the other hand, the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo is less expensive, lighter, and has longer battery life, making it more portable, but it has a lower resolution IPS display and lesser performance capabilities due to less memory and a slightly less powerful processor. Both laptops are suitable for general use and offer touchscreen capabilities and similar build quality. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Best in class speakers
Advantages of the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo
Very good portability
Very good battery life
Key differences
General Use
8.6/10
7.6/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
357.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
517.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
11.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.9/10
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo is very good for general use, while the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo is good.
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo stands out for its higher RAM and powerful CPU, which complement the superior screen quality for a rich visual experience, making it very good for general use; however, this comes with lower battery life and less portability compared to the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo, which also offers versatility as a 2-in-1 convertible laptop with better battery life but with a less powerful CPU and lower screen quality.
Engineering and Design
8.5/10
7.3/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo is very good for engineering and design, while the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo is good.
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo is well-suited for engineering and design, featuring a high-resolution OLED screen, a more powerful CPU, double the RAM of the MSI, and a dedicated GPU, which together provide excellent performance for graphic-intensive tasks.
Content Creation
8.6/10
7.5/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo is very good for content creation, while the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo is good.
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
8.2/10
7.4/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo is very good for software development, while the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo is good.
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
8.6/10
7.3/10
14.5in
SIZE
13.4in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
357.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
517.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 Duo has a better screen than the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, the ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo offers superior screen resolution and brightness, providing crisp, clear visuals and making it comfortable to use in various lighting conditions. In the realm of engineering and design, the ZenBook's wider color gamuts ensure more accurate color reproduction, which is essential for detailed and color-sensitive work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, both the ZenBook and the MSI Summit suffer due to their lower refresh rates, which result in less fluid motion and can detract from fast-paced visuals that are crucial in these scenarios.
Battery
6.0 Hours
11.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 Duo 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
Good
Very Good
14.5in
SIZE
13.4in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo has very good portability, while the ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,299
$699
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo has a price of $1,299 and the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo costs $699.
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo and MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo is equipped with a high refresh rate screen and an OLED display, which makes it more suited for gaming and 3D applications compared to the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo, which has a standard refresh rate and an IPS display. Additionally, the ASUS model's more powerful processor and superior GPU contribute to its better performance in these areas.
Build Quality
7.6/10
7.4/10
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo 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 Pro 14 Duo and the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo compare to other laptops
"The Zenbook Pro 14 Duo OLED is a well-tuned instrument for content creators, excelling at a range of general office tasks as well as tasks that require a little more grunt like encoding and 3D rendering. The big attraction is the laptop’s dual displays. They’re the best ones we’ve used in an Asus Zenbook Duo laptop to date with a spate of year-on-year improvements that make the visuals more striking and the cross-screen integration easier than ever before."
"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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