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The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 offers a higher performance with its AMD Ryzen processor and Nvidia RTX GPU, which is suitable for more intensive tasks like 3D rendering and certain types of engineering software. It also features an OLED screen with a high color coverage, making it a good choice for tasks that require color accuracy, like photo editing. However, it is heavier and has a shorter battery life compared to the MSI laptop, which may be a concern if portability is a priority. On the other hand, the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo is lighter and offers slightly longer battery life, making it a more portable option. Its Intel Iris Xe graphics are integrated and less powerful, but it could still handle general use and light engineering tasks well. Its IPS screen with a slightly higher pixel density may not be as color-accurate as the ASUS's OLED, but it still offers good quality for everyday tasks. The MSI also has newer features like Thunderbolt 4 ports and a 16:10 aspect ratio screen, which provides more vertical space for reading and productivity. If portability and price are more important than the highest performance, the MSI could be a better choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Pro 15
- Excellent battery life
Advantages of the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo
- Very good portability
- Very good speakers
Key differences
Screen Quality
7.6
7.3
15.6in
SIZE
13.4in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
346.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
517.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 has a better screen than the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo for general use, and engineering and design.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 has a high-resolution display that offers crisp and detailed visuals which are essential for general use and engineering tasks, and its wide color gamut ensures accurate color reproduction vital for design work. However, its lower refresh rate compared to gaming-dedicated screens means it won't deliver the smooth visuals gamers need for fast-paced action. The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo, while providing clear images and good color accuracy, also lacks the high refresh rate, making it less ideal for gaming but still apt for productivity and design applications.
Battery
12.5 Hours
11.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 has 12.5 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
15.6in
SIZE
13.4in
4.4 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 15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,109
$699
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 has a price of $1,109 and the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo costs $699.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
7.6
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
346.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
517.0 nits
12.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
11.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.9/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 and MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo are both good for general use.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 is well-suited for general use due to its capable AMD Ryzen CPU and Nvidia RTX graphics, along with a high-capacity battery and OLED screen, offering rich colors and contrast for media consumption while maintaining ample performance for daily tasks, albeit at the cost of being heavier and less portable. Conversely, the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo, while also providing solid performance with its Intel i7 CPU and integrated graphics, stands out for its lighter weight and 2-in-1 flexibility, making it a more portable option with a quality IPS touchscreen, but it has a slightly shorter battery life compared to the ASUS..
Gaming and AI
6.7
6.3
4.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 and MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 is equipped with an Nvidia RTX 3050 Ti graphics card and has a screen refresh rate of 60Hz, which makes it fairly suitable for gaming and 3D applications, but the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo relies on integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics and also has a 60Hz screen, suggesting weaker gaming and 3D performance when compared to the ASUS.
Engineering and Design
7.5
7.3
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
4.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 and MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo are both good for engineering and design.
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.
Content Creation
7.7
7.5
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 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
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 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
7.6
7.4
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 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 15 and the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 | MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,109 | $699 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 1, 2021 | August 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13.9'' x 9.4'' x 0.7'' | 11.8'' x 8.8'' x 0.59'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.41 lbs | 2.98 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.94" | 11.82" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.37" | 8.75" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 5800H | Intel i7-1260P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 12.5 Hours | 11 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 96 Wh | 70 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 13.4" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | OLED | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 346 nits | 517 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.6/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.7/10 | 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 | 7/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 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 | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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ASUS Zenbook Pro 15
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Allen Ngo | May 2022
"The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 offers a strong CPU, chassis, and display. One of the most popular 15.6-inch prosumer or multimedia laptops out there is the Dell XPS 15. Thus, comparisons between it and the Asus Zenbook Pro 15 are inevitable. Asus has a couple of tricks up its sleeve that XPS users are still missing out on including 1080p OLED and an AMD Ryzen CPU which help separate the Zenbook Pro 15 from the XPS 15. It also integrates a numpad and a few more port options albeit at the cost of a larger chassis size."
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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