Consider the HP Dragonfly Pro if you prioritize a balance between performance and portability for everyday tasks, like web browsing or office work, and appreciate a lower cost. Its AMD processor and integrated graphics provide sufficient power for general use, and it also offers a good battery life and a comfortable keyboard and touchpad.
On the other hand, the MSI Summit E16 Flip suits those who need more power for engineering, 3D modeling, or light gaming. It includes a dedicated Nvidia graphics card, a higher-resolution display, and a larger screen, but it is heavier and more expensive. Make your choice based on the balance between performance, portability, and price that aligns with your needs. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP Dragonfly Pro 14"
Very good for general use
Very good overall build quality
Very good portability
Very good battery life
Best in class speakers
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Summit E16 Flip
Very good overall display quality
Key differences
Screen Quality
7.1/10
8.0/10
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
405.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
294.0 nits
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" has a better screen than the MSI Summit E16 Flip for software development, while the MSI Summit E16 Flip has a better screen for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The HP Dragonfly Pro has a screen that provides clear images and vibrant colors suitable for both general use and professional tasks like engineering, thanks to its resolution and panel type that ensure sharpness and a wide range of colors it can display. However, for gaming or 3D work, its refresh rate is not high enough for smooth motion, which is critical for these applications. The MSI Summit E16 Flip, on the other hand, offers enhanced color accuracy for professional work due to its superior color gamut coverage and also boasts a high resolution and quality panel for general use, but like the HP, it falls short for gaming because of its lower refresh rate.
Battery
10.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" has 10 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.
Portability
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
3.4 lbs
WEIGHT
4.1 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" has very good portability, while the MSI Summit E16 Flip has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5/10
7.4/10
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" has very good build quality, while the MSI Summit E16 Flip has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers HP Dragonfly Pro 14" to be very good for general use, while the MSI Summit E16 Flip is good.
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" shines in general use with its balance of a high-performance CPU, ample RAM, and a superior screen, coupled with impressive portability and battery life, while the MSI Summit E16 Flip stands out with a good CPU and RAM combination, a quality screen, and decent battery life and portability, but doesn't excel like the HP in these very important factors. However, both laptops offer sufficient storage, comfortable keyboards, quality speakers, operate quietly, and manage heat effectively, which contribute positively to the user experience but to a lesser extent compared to the primary factors.
Gaming and AI
6.5/10
6.8/10
3.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.6/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The MSI Summit E16 Flip and HP Dragonfly Pro 14" are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The MSI Summit E16 Flip offers better gaming and 3D capabilities, primarily due to its Nvidia RTX 3050 Ti graphics card and high screen refresh rate which enhances smooth visuals in fast-paced scenes, while the HP Dragonfly Pro 14" relies on an integrated AMD Radeon 680M GPU and a standard refresh rate, making it less ideal for demanding gaming and 3D tasks.
Engineering and Design
7.6/10
7.7/10
7.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
3.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Summit E16 Flip and HP Dragonfly Pro 14" are both good for engineering and design.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Content Creation
7.9/10
7.9/10
7.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" and MSI Summit E16 Flip 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
7.8/10
7.6/10
7.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" and MSI Summit E16 Flip 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.
Cost
$1,400
$1,413
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" has a price of $1,400 and the MSI Summit E16 Flip costs $1,413.
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How the HP Dragonfly Pro 14" and the MSI Summit E16 Flip compare to other laptops
"I’d say that the HP Dragonfly Pro checks off most of the boxes for this freelancer. It feels nice to use, is zippy and responsive, has great speakers, and even has a relatively sane price. Although it’s an unorthodox choice to pick AMD for this kind of machine, it’s clear that when Ryzen is given a chance to shine, it can kick a lot of butt."
"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."
Get a great deal on the HP Dragonfly Pro 14" or the MSI Summit E16 Flip
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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