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Updated January 10, 2024·
When choosing between the HP 17" Laptop and the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo, consider the following: The HP has a larger screen, a number pad, and longer battery life but is bulkier and less portable. It's more affordable, which is appealing if you're budget-conscious. The MSI, on the other hand, is more portable with a smaller, higher-resolution touchscreen display and has superior build quality and color accuracy, making it suited for tasks where screen quality is paramount. It comes at a higher cost. For intensive tasks like 3D rendering or machine learning, both laptops offer similar capabilities without being specialized for gaming. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP 17" Laptop
- The HP 17" Laptop has no clear advantages over the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo.
Advantages of the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo
- Good for engineering and design
- Good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- Very good portability
- Good battery life
- Good speakers
- Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.3
7.8
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
287.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
468.0 nits
5.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.4/10
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and HP 17" Laptop are both good for general use, though the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo is somewhat better.
The HP 17" Laptop offers a larger screen with good color coverage for general use and includes a number pad, but it's heavier and has shorter battery life, making it less portable than the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo, which boasts a higher resolution touchscreen in a smaller form factor with longer battery life and portability, ideal for on-the-go use. Both laptops have the same RAM and powerful CPUs suitable for various tasks, but the MSI provides double the storage and its 2-in-1 convertible design with higher screen color accuracy makes it versatile for different work scenarios.
Engineering and Design
6.8
7.7
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo is good for engineering and design, while the HP 17" Laptop is only fair.
The HP 17" Laptop with its AMD Ryzen 7 processor and Vega 8 integrated graphics, along with a 17.3-inch display, caters to engineering and design work with a large screen size and good color accuracy, but its lower resolution compared to the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo means the MSI's smaller 14-inch screen offers a sharper image with its higher resolution and excellent color gamut, making it suitable for detailed engineering and design tasks while also being more portable due to its smaller size and convertible design.
Content Creation
7.2
7.8
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and HP 17" Laptop are both good for content creation, though the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo is somewhat better.
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
7.7
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and HP 17" Laptop are both good for software development, though the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo is somewhat better.
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
6.6
7.7
17.3in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
287.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
468.0 nits
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo has a better screen than the HP 17" Laptop for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The HP 17" Laptop's larger screen provides ample workspace for general tasks and engineering software, but its standard resolution and brightness may not satisfy users looking for more vibrant colors and finer details essential for high-end design work. Conversely, the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo, while having a smaller screen, offers superior resolution and brightness, resulting in crisp images and accurate color reproduction beneficial for both general use and professional design, yet both laptops fall short for gaming and 3D applications due to their lower refresh rates which can lead to less fluid motion and responsiveness in fast-paced visuals.
Battery
5.5 Hours
7.0 Hours
The HP 17" Laptop has 5.5 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
17.3in
SIZE
14.0in
4.5 lbs
WEIGHT
3.6 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo has very good portability, while the HP 17" Laptop has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.0
7.4
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo has good build quality, while the HP 17" Laptop has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$850
$1,563
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The HP 17" Laptop has a price of $850 and the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo costs $1,563.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
6.2
6.5
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
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 E14 Flip Evo and HP 17" Laptop are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The HP 17" Laptop and the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo are on par for gaming and 3D applications since both have integrated graphics rather than dedicated gaming GPUs and are limited to standard screen refresh rates, which are less than ideal for fast-paced games. Despite this, the MSI model has a higher resolution screen, potentially providing better image quality, while the HP model's larger screen size may offer a more immersive experience, although neither reaches the higher refresh rates preferred for gaming.
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How the HP 17" Laptop and the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| HP 17" Laptop | MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$850 | $1,563 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | June 1, 2023 | January 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.8'' x 10.2'' x 0.81'' | 12.6'' x 8.6'' x 0.63'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.58 lbs | 3.61 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.78" | 12.56" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.15" | 8.62" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7730U | 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 | 5.5 Hours | 7 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 41 Wh | 72 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 17.3" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2880 x 1800 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 287 nits | 468 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.2/10 | 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 | 8/10 | 6/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | No | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | 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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HP 17" Laptop
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Francisco Lahoz | November 2022
"As far as starter laptops go, the HP Laptop 17 is a sound investment. Sure, it might not be the lightest of options, but what you get for the price is a well-rounded machine that fits multiple niches. Whether it be office duties that require you to multi-task between multiple programs, or study tasks in which you’ll spend hours browsing online, this laptop does it all. Plus, when it's time to unwind, you can watch your favorite shows or movies on a super-wide display. What's best of all is that you can do all this for about half a day on a single charge."
MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo
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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 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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