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Updated January 10, 2024·
The determining factors for your choice between a Dell XPS 15 and an MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo should include the intended use and personal preference. The Dell XPS 15 generally offers robust performance and a larger screen, making it suitable for intensive tasks such as video editing, programming, and moderate gaming; however, it may be less portable due to its size and possibly shorter battery life. On the other hand, the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo is more likely to be lighter, have a longer battery life, and with its flip design, it can double as a tablet for convenience, though its performance may not match the Dell for demanding tasks. If portability and battery life are priorities, and your tasks are more on the general usage side or involve presentations and note-taking, then the MSI might appeal more. If, however, performance and screen size are paramount, and the price difference is justifiable for your needs, the Dell XPS 15 could be the better investment. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell XPS 15
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good battery life
- Best in class speakers
- Excellent keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo
- Very good portability
Key differences
Content Creation
8.3
7.8
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell XPS 15 is very good for content creation, while the MSI Summit E14 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.
Screen Quality
7.4
7.7
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
606.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
468.0 nits
The Dell XPS 15 has a better screen than the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo for software development, and content creation, while the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo has a better screen for general use, and engineering and design.
For general use, both the Dell XPS 15 and MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo have high-resolution displays with excellent brightness, making text sharp and vibrant for day-to-day tasks. The two laptops offer wide color gamuts that serve well for engineering and design professionals who require accurate color representation for their work. However, their screens fall short for gaming and 3D applications as they lack the high refresh rates preferred in these areas for smooth visuals and fast gameplay.
Battery
10.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The Dell XPS 15 has 10 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.
Portability
Good
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
4.2 lbs
WEIGHT
3.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo has very good portability, while the Dell XPS 15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5
7.4
The Dell XPS 15 has very good build quality, while the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,000
$1,599
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Dell XPS 15 has a price of $1,000 and the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo costs $1,599.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.2
7.8
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
606.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
468.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.4/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell XPS 15 to be very good for general use, while the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo is good.
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
6.8
6.5
4.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
9.1/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.0/10
The Dell XPS 15 and MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell XPS 15 is better suited for gaming and 3D applications mainly due to its superior dedicated GPU, an Intel Arc A370M, which outperforms the integrated GPU (Iris Xe) in the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo, offering higher graphics processing power needed for these tasks. While both laptops have similar screen refresh rates, the XPS 15's GPU advantage and the fact that its screen is larger, providing a more immersive experience, make it a more capable choice for gaming and 3D content.
Engineering and Design
8.1
7.7
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
4.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell XPS 15 to be very good for engineering and design, while the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo is good.
The Dell XPS 15 features a dedicated Intel Arc A370M GPU and a more powerful Intel i7-13700H CPU, offering better performance for engineering and design tasks that are graphics and processing-power intensive compared to the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo which has integrated graphics and a slightly less powerful CPU. However, the Summit E14 offers greater portability, a higher screen resolution for clearer image detail, and doubles as a tablet, providing added flexibility for design work where touch input could be beneficial.
Software Development
8.1
7.7
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell XPS 15 to be very good for software development, while the MSI Summit E14 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.
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How the Dell XPS 15 and the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell XPS 15 | MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,000 | $1,599 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | January 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13.6'' x 9.1'' x 0.71'' | 12.6'' x 8.6'' x 0.63'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.21 lbs | 3.61 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.57" | 12.56" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.06" | 8.62" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13700H | Intel i7-1260P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 10 Hours | 7 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 86 Wh | 72 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 2880 x 1800 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 606 nits | 468 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.8/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 9.1/10 | 6/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 10/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 0 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 3 | 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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Matthew Buzzi | May 2023
"The 2023 Dell XPS 15 is more or less exactly what you'd expect from the company flagship. Its fresh components deliver measurably superior power and longevity, while the machine's premium build and design remain intact. It may not be overly exciting, but XPS loyalists and upgraders should be more than happy."
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Allen Ngo | July 2022
"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 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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