The HP 15" Laptop is more budget-friendly and sufficient for general use, including web browsing, office applications, and media consumption, with an i3 processor, moderate battery life, and basic integrated graphics. It is also fairly lightweight and portable. In contrast, the MSI Summit E16 Flip, being pricier, caters to more demanding tasks like 3D work, machine learning, gaming, and engineering applications with its i7 processor, RTX 3050 Ti graphics, and a bigger battery, alongside a high-resolution screen and 2-in-1 convertible feature for added versatility. If you prioritize these high-performance capabilities and the flexibility of a tablet-laptop hybrid over cost and portability, the MSI would be the better option. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP 15" Laptop
The HP 15" Laptop has no clear advantages over the MSI Summit E16 Flip.
Advantages of the MSI Summit E16 Flip
Good for general use
Good for engineering and design
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Good speakers
Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
6.7/10
7.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
294.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
The MSI Summit E16 Flip is good for general use, while the HP 15" Laptop is only fair.
The HP 15" Laptop is fair for general use mainly due to its more modest CPU and RAM, reduced storage capacity, and slightly lower screen resolution and quality as compared to the MSI Summit E16 Flip, which offers a higher-end CPU, ample RAM, more storage, and superior screen quality, thus achieving a better performance for general use. Additionally, the Summit E16 Flip includes premium features like a touchscreen, better battery life, and enhanced portability which contribute to its higher suitability for general use compared to the HP 15".
Gaming and AI
5.9/10
6.8/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The MSI Summit E16 Flip is only fair for gaming and AI, while the HP 15" Laptop is poor.
The HP 15" Laptop, with its modest integrated GPU and standard screen refresh rate, is adequate for casual gaming and 3D tasks but may struggle with more demanding visuals. In contrast, the MSI Summit E16 Flip with its dedicated Nvidia RTX 3050 Ti GPU and a high screen refresh rate excels in gaming and 3D performance, providing smoother visuals and better handling of graphic-intensive games and applications.
Engineering and Design
6.2/10
7.7/10
5.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Summit E16 Flip is good for engineering and design, while the HP 15" Laptop is only fair.
The HP 15" Laptop has an Intel i3 processor, integrated graphics, and an HD screen, which provides fair performance for engineering and design but may not handle intensive tasks as well as the MSI Summit E16 Flip, which boasts a more powerful Intel i7 processor, dedicated Nvidia RTX graphics, and a higher resolution touch-enabled display, making it good for engineering and design use.
Content Creation
6.9/10
7.9/10
5.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Summit E16 Flip is good for content creation, while the HP 15" Laptop is only fair.
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
6.7/10
7.6/10
5.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Summit E16 Flip is good for software development, while the HP 15" 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
6.3/10
8.0/10
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
294.0 nits
The MSI Summit E16 Flip has a better screen than the HP 15" Laptop for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, the HP 15" Laptop's display may lack the ideal brightness and resolution while the MSI Summit E16 Flip boasts a higher resolution and brightness, making everything from text to videos appear crisper and more vibrant. When it comes to engineering and design work, the MSI Summit E16 Flip has superior color accuracy and a wider color range which is crucial for tasks that require precise color representation, whereas the HP 15" may fall short in this aspect. In the realm of 3D and gaming, both laptops don’t offer high refresh rates necessary for smooth motion, but their resolutions and panel types are adequate, albeit not exceptional for these demanding visual tasks.
Battery
6.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The HP 15" Laptop has 6 hours of battery life. The MSI Summit E16 Flip has 8 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.
Build Quality
6.0/10
7.4/10
The MSI Summit E16 Flip has good build quality, while the HP 15" Laptop has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$378
$1,413
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The HP 15" Laptop has a price of $378 and the MSI Summit E16 Flip costs $1,413.
"Chances are high that the HP 15 is one of the first laptops to pop up when you search for an inexpensive notebook. Indeed, its price tag is very tempting for many, and of course, this is the reason for its popularity. However, the HP 15" suffers from poor performance due to low power consumption. On the bright side, one of the good things about it is the port selection. On the inside, this includes two SODIMM slots for memory, an M.2 PCIe x4 slot for storage, and a SATA drive bay. However, the TN panel, and mediocre input devices are not ideal."
"The MSI Summit E16 Flip is a 2-in-1 laptop with pen, 16:10 display, and RTX 3050 Ti. The Summit E16 Flip is a 2-in-1 laptop from the business segment that primarily targets creative users. MSI combines a 16-inch touchscreen in the 16:10 format with a powerful midrange GPU. While the 2-in-1 laptop from MSI isn't meant for everybody, it should definitely attract some followers. The touchscreen display (2,560 x 1,600 pixels) covers the DCI-P3 color space. This is accompanied by stable viewing angles, a good color reproduction, short response times, and a good contrast level."
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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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