The HP Envy 17, being less expensive and featuring a larger screen, is ideal for users who need a bigger display and are looking for a good value. It might not be as portable due to its size and weight but has a decent battery life. On the other hand, the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo, while more expensive, offers a higher resolution touchscreen that's smaller but sharper and more colorful, a longer battery life, and it's lighter, making it better suited for users who are frequently on the go and want a premium display. Both laptops have similar processing power suitable for general use, but due to the Summit's higher portability and screen quality, it might be preferred for users who need to work outside or travel often. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP Envy 17
The HP Envy 17 has no clear advantages over the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo.
Advantages of the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo
Good overall display quality
Very good portability
Good speakers
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.8/10
7.7/10
17.3in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
329.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
468.0 nits
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo has a better screen than the HP Envy 17 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, the HP Envy 17's size and resolution offer a clear and sharp display with sufficient brightness, making text and images easy to view, while the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo provides a similarly sharp image with the added benefits of higher brightness and portability due to its smaller size and flip design. In engineering and design tasks where color accuracy is crucial, both laptops offer high-quality displays with wide color gamuts ensuring that designers see accurate colors, but the MSI Summit E14 may offer slightly more precise colors critical for professional work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, neither laptop's display is ideal since they lack the high refresh rates needed for smooth motion, although their resolutions and panel types are acceptable for moderate use in these areas.
Battery
8.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The HP Envy 17 has 8 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
5.4 lbs
WEIGHT
3.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo has very good portability, while the HP Envy 17 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,000
$1,563
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The HP Envy 17 has a price of $1,000 and the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo costs $1,563.
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and HP Envy 17 are both good for general use.
The HP Envy 17 offers a large screen and a number pad, making it favorable for users seeking comfort in general computing and data entry, but its weight reduces portability. Contrastingly, the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo, while slightly less powerful and smaller in screen size, shines with a higher resolution, better screen color accuracy, and enhanced portability, alongside its 2-in-1 convertible design as an added bonus for versatility.
Gaming and AI
6.4/10
6.5/10
3.8/10
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
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.0/10
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and HP Envy 17 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The HP Envy 17 and MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo are considered fair for gaming and 3D tasks because they both incorporate Intel Iris Xe graphics, which are integrated GPUs that provide modest gaming performance but are not as powerful as dedicated gaming graphics cards. Additionally, both laptops have a screen refresh rate of 60Hz, which is standard for regular use but lower than the refresh rates often preferred by gamers for smoother visuals in fast-paced games.
Engineering and Design
7.4/10
7.7/10
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and HP Envy 17 are both good for engineering and design.
The HP Envy 17 is favored for engineering and design due to its robust CPU, ample RAM, and large screen with fair color accuracy, though it is less portable; the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo offers a strong CPU, higher RAM capacity, superior GPU, and a high-resolution, color-accurate screen with the flexibility of being a 2-in-1 convertible, balancing performance with portability and versatility. While both handle engineering applications competently, the MSI's higher portability and screen quality offer advantages for on-the-go usage and detailed design work, whereas the HP’s larger screen might be preferred for stationary work and extensive multitasking.
Content Creation
7.5/10
7.8/10
9.0/10
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 Envy 17 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
7.5/10
7.7/10
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and HP Envy 17 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.
Build Quality
7.2/10
7.4/10
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and HP Envy 17 both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the HP Envy 17 and the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo compare to other laptops
"In our test, the HP Envy 17-cr0079ng presents itself as a balanced multimedia laptop. Thanks to its solid CPU performance and dedicated entry-level GeForce, it can also be used for playing video games, as long as the demands aren't too high. Those looking for more can find it in the Dell XPS 17 for example."
"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."
Get a great deal on the HP Envy 17 or the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo
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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