The HP Spectre x360 typically comes at a somewhat less expensive price and has a longer battery life, which makes it a good fit for general use and those who value endurance and savings. It also features a larger screen and high build quality. On the other hand, the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo, despite being somewhat more expensive, offers double the storage capacity and a lighter, thinner design for better portability. It also has better color coverage which is beneficial for tasks like photo editing. Both laptops have similar performance capabilities, but the MSI is more current, having a newer release date. If you prioritize portability and screen color quality over battery life and pricing, then the MSI might serve you better. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP Spectre x360
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall build quality
Very good battery life
Best in class speakers
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo
Very good portability
Key differences
Software Development
8.3/10
7.7/10
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
3072 x 1920
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The HP Spectre x360 is very good for software development, while the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo is good.
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
7.6/10
7.7/10
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
3072 x 1920
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
406.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
468.0 nits
The HP Spectre x360 has a better screen than the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo for software development, and content creation.
The HP Spectre x360 and MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo have high-resolution displays that offer sharp text and images, making them excellent for general use, along with brightness levels that enhance visibility even in well-lit environments. Their wide color gamuts cover a significant range of DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB spectrums, which is crucial for professionals in engineering and design who need accurate color representation. However, they lack the high refresh rates preferred for smooth visuals in 3D applications and gaming, which may lead to less fluid motion and responsiveness in those scenarios.
Battery
11.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The HP Spectre x360 has 11 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
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
4.7 lbs
WEIGHT
3.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo has very good portability, while the HP Spectre x360 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5/10
7.4/10
The HP Spectre x360 has very good build quality, while the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,000
$1,563
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The HP Spectre x360 has a price of $1,000 and the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo costs $1,563.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers HP Spectre x360 to be very good for general use, while the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo is good.
The HP Spectre x360 lasts longer on a single charge and offers a spacious screen, making it very good for general use; however, it is slightly heavier, affecting portability compared to the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo, which is lighter and has a higher storage capacity, contributing to its suitability for general use despite a shorter battery life. Both laptops have high-quality screens and keyboards, ample RAM for multitasking, and flexible 2-in-1 designs, but the HP's slightly better performance and battery life stand out for versatile daily activities.
Gaming and AI
6.6/10
6.5/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
3072 x 1920
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 HP Spectre x360 and MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The HP Spectre x360 has a newer, more powerful GPU, compared to the fair GPU in the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo, which impacts performance in gaming and 3D applications. While both laptops have the same screen refresh rate, the Spectre's CPU is more robust, contributing to overall better gaming and 3D experiences.
Engineering and Design
8.0/10
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
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers HP Spectre x360 to be very good for engineering and design, while the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo is good.
The HP Spectre x360 and MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo both have high-quality IPS screens with similar resolutions, touch capabilities, and aspect ratios, catering well to engineering and design work where screen clarity is paramount. However, the HP Spectre has a stronger CPU, which is better for demanding engineering applications, whereas the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo is lighter and more portable, but has a less powerful CPU, making it more suitable for less intensive tasks.
Content Creation
8.2/10
7.8/10
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
3072 x 1920
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers HP Spectre x360 to be very good for content creation, while the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo is good.
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.
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How the HP Spectre x360 and the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo compare to other laptops
"As we said, Lenovo's Yoga 9i is a tough competitor to the Spectre with an equally admirable OLED display. We're sad that neither of them has an HDMI port nor a niche or slot to hold the stylus, though the HP wins points for its bundled mini docking station and magnetically attached pen. Your choice will come down to screen shape—and in our eyes, just as seeing an OLED screen spoils you for an IPS panel, enjoying a tall 3:2 display spoils you for a more conventional view. The HP Spectre x360 13.5 is our new favorite 2-in-1."
"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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