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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Dell Latitude 5430 is somewhat more expensive and offers less storage and RAM compared to the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo. However, it possesses a slightly larger screen size but lacks a touchscreen and has a lower resolution. Both run on similar integrated graphics, so neither is particularly suited for intensive gaming, but the Dell's battery life is notably shorter than the MSI's. The MSI is also lighter and thinner, enhancing its portability, and it boasts better overall performance for general use, engineering, and 3D/machine learning tasks. For more frequent travelers or those needing higher performance, the MSI could be the better choice, whereas the Dell might appeal to those who prefer a slightly bigger screen and can work within its performance capabilities. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5430
- The Dell Latitude 5430 has no clear advantages over the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo.
Advantages of the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo
- Good for engineering and design
- Good overall display quality
- Very good battery life
Key differences
Engineering and Design
6.5
7.3
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo is good for engineering and design, while the Dell Latitude 5430 is only fair.
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo is more suitable for engineering and design due to its better CPU (Intel i7 compared to the Dell's Intel i5), more RAM, and a higher resolution and brightness screen, providing more power and clearer visuals for complex tasks. Although the Dell Latitude 5430 is also capable, it offers lower performance and screen quality while being slightly less portable; however, it does have a larger screen and may have advantages in areas like operating noise and keyboard quality as it scores "Excellent" in Heat Management which can relate to lower fan noise.
Screen Quality
6.1
7.3
14.0in
SIZE
13.4in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
248.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
517.0 nits
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo has a better screen than the Dell Latitude 5430 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, the Dell Latitude 5430's screen provides a satisfactory visual experience with decent resolution and brightness, but the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo offers a sharper image due to its higher quality panel, making it preferable for everyday tasks like web browsing and video streaming. For engineering and design, the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo's screen displays a wider range of colors, crucial for detailed and color-accurate work, whereas the Dell Latitude 5430 may not render colors as vividly or accurately. However, neither laptop is ideal for gaming or 3D work, as both have screens lacking the high refresh rates necessary for smooth visuals in fast-paced games and 3D simulations, but their resolutions and panel types are acceptable for less demanding visual tasks.
Battery
9.0 Hours
11.0 Hours
The Dell Latitude 5430 has 9 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.
Cost
$790
$699
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Dell Latitude 5430 has a price of $790 and the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo costs $699.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.2
7.6
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
248.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
517.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
11.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.9/10
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo and Dell Latitude 5430 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
6.0
6.3
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.0/10
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo and Dell Latitude 5430 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Latitude 5430 and MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo are both equipped with integrated graphics from Intel Iris Xe series, which can handle some lighter gaming and 3D applications but aren't designed for intensive gaming or high-end 3D performance. Additionally, with maximum screen refresh rates of 60Hz, they offer a fair experience for casual gaming, but they're not optimal for fast-paced games or professional 3D work that benefits from higher refresh rates.
Content Creation
7.2
7.5
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo and Dell Latitude 5430 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
7.1
7.4
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo and Dell Latitude 5430 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
13.4in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo and Dell Latitude 5430 both have very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4
7.4
The Dell Latitude 5430 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 Dell Latitude 5430 and the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Dell Latitude 5430 | MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$790 | $699 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | August 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.7'' x 8.4'' x 0.76'' | 11.8'' x 8.8'' x 0.59'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.01 lbs | 2.98 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.65" | 11.82" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.35" | 8.75" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1235U | Intel i7-1260P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 11 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 58 Wh | 70 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 13.4" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 248 nits | 517 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.4/10 | 8.9/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | Yes | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8/10 | 6/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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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 Dell
Dell is a highly recognizable American technology company, and is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. Their laptops are very popular for both personal and professional use, and they also own the Alienware brand which makes mid to high end gaming laptops. Their premium XPS range of laptops offer great build quality and portability, while Latitude and Precision laptops are known for reliability, repairability and performance for business users.
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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