The HP Envy x360 15" is less expensive, with more modest storage and memory, making it suitable for general use. Its AMD Ryzen 5 processor and integrated graphics can handle everyday tasks well. However, the MSI Summit E16 Flip, while more expensive, offers much more storage and memory, and with its Intel i7 processor and Nvidia RTX 3050 Ti graphics, it is well-equipped for engineering tasks, 3D rendering, machine learning, and gaming. It also has a longer battery life and a higher resolution screen for sharper images. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP Envy x360 15"
Very good battery life
Very good speakers
Advantages of the MSI Summit E16 Flip
Good for engineering and design
Very good overall display quality
Key differences
General Use
7.2/10
7.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
271.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
294.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
The MSI Summit E16 Flip and HP Envy x360 15" are both good for general use, though the MSI Summit E16 Flip is somewhat better.
The HP Envy x360 15" is well-suited for general use with a sensible balance of performance from its AMD processor and integrated graphics, manageable weight for portability, and good battery life. The MSI Summit E16 Flip steps up with a more powerful Intel CPU and dedicated Nvidia graphics, making it more suitable for demanding applications, along with a sharper screen and more storage space, but at the cost of a slightly shorter battery life and higher price.
Gaming and AI
6.0/10
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 and HP Envy x360 15" are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the MSI Summit E16 Flip is somewhat better.
The MSI Summit E16 Flip surpasses the HP Envy x360 15" in gaming and 3D mainly because it has a more powerful Nvidia RTX 3050 Ti graphics card and a higher screen refresh rate, which is more suitable for fast-paced gaming visuals. On the other hand, the HP Envy x360 has a less capable integrated AMD GPU and a standard refresh rate, which limits its gaming and 3D performance.
Engineering and Design
6.5/10
7.7/10
5.6/10
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 Envy x360 15" is only fair.
The MSI Summit E16 Flip is considered better for engineering and design tasks due to its superior main processor, graphics processing unit (GPU), and screen quality, which are critical for such applications; it has double the memory (RAM) and offers a considerably better GPU performance for 3D tasks and more complex simulations than the HP Envy x360 15". Although both are reasonably portable, the HP has a slight edge in weight but trails behind in performance-related specs, affecting its suitability for demanding engineering software.
Content Creation
7.3/10
7.9/10
5.6/10
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 and HP Envy x360 15" are both good for content creation, though the MSI Summit E16 Flip 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.
Screen Quality
6.2/10
8.0/10
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
271.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
294.0 nits
The MSI Summit E16 Flip has a better screen than the HP Envy x360 15" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, the HP Envy x360 15" delivers adequate resolution and brightness, but it is outshone by the MSI Summit E16 Flip, which offers a sharper image and more vivid colors due to its superior panel. For engineering and design, while both may handle detailed work, the MSI's wider color gamut ensures more precise color representation, making it preferable for color-sensitive projects. For 3D and gaming, neither laptop excels due to poor refresh rates, but the resolution and panel type are less of a limitation on the MSI compared to the HP.
Battery
10.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The HP Envy x360 15" 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.
Cost
$430
$1,413
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The HP Envy x360 15" has a price of $430 and the MSI Summit E16 Flip costs $1,413.
The MSI Summit E16 Flip and HP Envy x360 15" 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.
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
4.4 lbs
WEIGHT
4.1 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The MSI Summit E16 Flip and HP Envy x360 15" both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.2/10
7.4/10
The MSI Summit E16 Flip and HP Envy x360 15" 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 x360 15" and the MSI Summit E16 Flip compare to other laptops
"Despite its good looks, stellar webcam and comfortable keyboard, the Envy x360 15 is hard to recommend because of its dim, 16:9 display. If the display isn't an issue for you, just be sure to wait for a good sale price. Otherwise, a more modern two-in-one with a 16:10 display such as the Dell Inspiron 16 2-in-1 or Lenovo Yoga 7i 16 provides a larger workspace without adding much to the size and weight of the system."
"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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