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Updated January 12, 2024·
If affordability is your priority and your tasks are more about everyday computing like web browsing, word processing, and light media consumption, the HP 14" Laptop could be your choice. However, if you are looking for more premium features like a touchscreen, flexibility with a 2-in-1 design for presentations or note-taking, and potentially better build quality and performance, the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo is worth the extra expense. Remember that with the MSI, you're also likely to get a sleeker design and possibly better customer service due to it being a higher-end product. Keep in mind, as well, that the MSI's additional performance capabilities make it better suited for intense tasks like content creation, multitasking, and casual gaming, but it may have a shorter battery life than the HP due to its more powerful components. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP 14" Laptop
- The HP 14" Laptop has no clear advantages over the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo.
Advantages of the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo
- Good for general use
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for software development
- Good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- Very good battery life
- Very good speakers
- Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
6.7
7.6
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
265.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
517.0 nits
8.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
11.0 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.9/10
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo is good for general use, while the HP 14" Laptop is only fair.
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo has a better CPU, double the RAM, higher screen resolution with better color accuracy, and a notably longer battery life compared to the HP 14" Laptop, which contributes to its classification as 'good' for general use. Additionally, the MSI offers more storage and a 2-in-1 convertible form factor, enhancing portability and versatility, whereas the HP, while still very portable and with adequate performance for general use, has less advanced features, reflecting its 'fair' general use classification.
Engineering and Design
6.0
7.3
4.6/10
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 HP 14" Laptop is only fair.
The HP 14" Laptop is less optimal for engineering and design because it has less powerful components such as lower RAM and a less capable processor than the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo, which also offers a higher-resolution touchscreen display, enhancing design work precision. Also, the MSI Summit's superior screen quality, with better color accuracy and higher brightness, alongside more advanced noise management and a higher-quality keyboard, make it better suited for demanding engineering tasks, although it may be less affordable than the HP model.
Software Development
6.8
7.4
4.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo is good for software development, while the HP 14" Laptop is only fair.
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
6.3
7.3
14.0in
SIZE
13.4in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
265.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
517.0 nits
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo has a better screen than the HP 14" Laptop for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, the HP 14" Laptop provides adequate display clarity and brightness for daily tasks like browsing and document editing, albeit with less impressive color and sharpness than the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo, which boasts higher resolution and better illumination for a more vivid viewing experience. When it comes to engineering and design work, the MSI Summit's superior color reproduction, covering a broader range of the color spectrum, makes it a better choice for professionals requiring color accuracy for their projects. However, neither laptop is ideal for 3D applications or gaming, as both fall short on refresh rate, which is crucial for smooth motion, and while resolution and panel types are passable, they don't match the high standards needed for the best gaming or 3D-rendering experiences.
Battery
8.5 Hours
11.0 Hours
The HP 14" Laptop has 8.5 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
Very Good
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
13.4in
3.2 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo and HP 14" Laptop both have very good portability, though the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.0
7.4
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo has good build quality, while the HP 14" Laptop has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$418
$699
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The HP 14" Laptop has a price of $418 and the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo costs $699.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
5.8
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
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo to be only fair for gaming and AI, while the HP 14" Laptop is poor.
The HP 14" Laptop has an AMD Ryzen 5 5500U Vega 7 GPU and a 60Hz screen refresh rate, while the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo has an Intel i7-1260P Iris Xe GPU and the same 60Hz refresh rate. Both are equipped with integrated graphics and standard refresh rates, which are not optimal for high-end gaming or 3D applications requiring more power and faster screen responses.
Content Creation
7.0
7.5
4.6/10
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 HP 14" Laptop 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.
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How the HP 14" Laptop and the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| HP 14" Laptop | MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$418 | $699 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 1, 2021 | August 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.8'' x 8.9'' x 0.7'' | 11.8'' x 8.8'' x 0.59'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.22 lbs | 2.98 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.76" | 11.82" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.86" | 8.75" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 5 5500U | 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 | 8.5 Hours | 11 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 41 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 | 265 nits | 517 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.3/10 | 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 | 8.8/10 | 6/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | No | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 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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Nicholas De Leon | October 2022
"This feels like an ideal laptop for someone who doesn’t want to spend a lot of money on a laptop and isn’t too bothered by things like build quality or construction. It’s a laptop that will be used to pay bills, keep track of expenses, do some online shopping, and will be tucked away in a spare bedroom/home office. It’s an appliance designed to do a job without fuss. It’s not a premium experience—the materials do feel a little cheap, the display won’t exactly wow you, and the battery life is nothing to write home about, especially if you’ve used more expensive devices. But overall it’s not too shabby, especially for the price."
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 HP
HP, also known as Hewlett-Packard, is an American technology company that develops personal computers and computer peripherals. In the laptop industry, HP is known for its entry level Essential series laptops, its mid-range Pavilion, Envy, and Victus series, and high-end Omen and Spectre series, in addition to its business-oriented EliteBook, ProBook, and Dragonfly series laptops. HP laptops generally undercut other mainstream competitors in terms of price, placing itself as the value-oriented mainstream brand.
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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