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Updated January 10, 2024·
When choosing between the Lenovo Flex 5 14 and MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo, consider that the Lenovo provides more storage but at a slightly higher cost. Both have equivalent RAM and similar screen sizes and resolutions with touchscreens, but the MSI has a higher PPI, which can translate to a sharper display, and better battery capacity, contributing to a higher portability score. If performance is key, note that the Lenovo uses an AMD processor with integrated graphics, while the MSI sports an Intel processor and Iris Xe graphics, which may offer some advantages in performance. The MSI is lighter and thinner, enhancing its portability, and also boasts a full version of Windows Pro versus the Home edition on the Lenovo. The MSI additionally includes more modern ports with Thunderbolt 4, but the Lenovo has a slightly longer battery life in hours of typical usage. If you require more storage out of the box and marginally better battery life, the Lenovo Flex 5 14 is preferable. For a more portable option with better display clarity, and higher performance in general use, the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo is the better choice. Both are not ideal for intensive gaming. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo Flex 5 14
- The Lenovo Flex 5 14 has no clear advantages over the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo.
Advantages of the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo
- Good overall display quality
- Very good speakers
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.4
7.3
14.0in
SIZE
13.4in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
277.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
517.0 nits
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo has a better screen than the Lenovo Flex 5 14 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The Lenovo Flex 5 14 offers adequate brightness, resolution, and an IPS panel which makes it suitable for everyday tasks, but its standard color range limits its effectiveness for engineering and design work where precise colors are critical. On the other hand, the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo boasts a display with higher color accuracy and wider color gamuts, making it a better fit for professional creative work, yet its regular refresh rate isn't ideal for the fast-paced visuals required in gaming and 3D rendering. Even though both laptops fall short for gaming due to their refresh rates, they each have specific strengths: the Lenovo for casual use and the MSI for color-demanding applications.
Portability
Very Good
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
13.4in
3.4 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo and Lenovo Flex 5 14 both have very good portability, though the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo has somewhat better portability.
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Cost
$950
$699
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Lenovo Flex 5 14 has a price of $950 and the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo costs $699.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
7.6
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
277.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
517.0 nits
11.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
11.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.9/10
The Lenovo Flex 5 14 and MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo are both good for general use.
The Lenovo Flex 5 14 is equipped with a high-capacity storage and an AMD Ryzen 7 processor, alongside ample RAM and an IPS display suitable for various tasks, which, combined with its decent battery life and touchscreen feature, makes it a solid option for general use. On the other hand, the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo offers a more premium screen quality with higher brightness and color space coverage, it's lighter and more portable due to its smaller size, and hosts a newer Intel processor, though it does this with less built-in storage, positioning it as a versatile choice for users requiring high portability and excellent display features.
Gaming and AI
6.2
6.3
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.0/10
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo and Lenovo Flex 5 14 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
Both the Lenovo Flex 5 14 and the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo have integrated GPUs and standard screen refresh rates of 60Hz, which are sufficient but not ideal for gaming and 3D applications where dedicated GPUs and higher refresh rates can provide smoother graphics and better gaming experiences. While they can handle light gaming and 3D use, they may struggle with more demanding tasks, and users looking for top-tier gaming performance should consider laptops specifically designed for gaming with superior GPUs and faster screens.
Engineering and Design
7.0
7.3
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 E13 Flip Evo and Lenovo Flex 5 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
7.6
7.5
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo Flex 5 14 and MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo 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
7.4
7.4
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo Flex 5 14 and MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo 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.
Battery
11.5 Hours
11.0 Hours
The Lenovo Flex 5 14 has 11.5 hours of battery life. The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo has 11 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.
Build Quality
7.0
7.4
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo and Lenovo Flex 5 14 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 Lenovo Flex 5 14 and the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Lenovo Flex 5 14 | MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$950 | $699 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | December 1, 2022 | August 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.3'' x 8.9'' x 0.7'' | 11.8'' x 8.8'' x 0.59'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.42 lbs | 2.98 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.32" | 11.82" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.85" | 8.75" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7730U | Intel i7-1260P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 11.5 Hours | 11 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 52.5 Wh | 70 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 13.4" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 277 nits | 517 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.3/10 | 8.9/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 6/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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Lenovo Flex 5 14
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Allen Ngo | May 2021
"The highlight of the latest IdeaPad Flex 5 14 is clearly its AMD CPU. The octa-core Ryzen 7 5700U is insanely fast even when compared to the best Tiger Lake Ultrabooks in the market or even Core H CPUs in many gaming laptops. It's a lot of raw processing power for what is supposed to be a budget 14-inch convertible. If your daily workloads can benefit from extra multi-thread CPU performance, then look no further than the inexpensive AMD-powered Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14. For regular on-the-road browsing or video streaming, however, a slimmer and lighter 10th gen Core Yoga, Spectre, or XPS would be a more balanced option."
MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo
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Allen Ngo | April 2021
"MSI wants to prove that it can do more than just gaming laptops and the Summit E13 Flip is a great example of what the manufacturer is capable of especially in terms of aesthetics and performance. Normally for subnotebooks or convertibles, TDP and performance are often below average as makers want to meet slimmer designs and lower weight targets. The Summit manages to outperform others in its size class and category while still looking sleek and portable in the process. If you want a convertible that won't throttle significantly when under load, then this MSI will be one of the better options you can find."
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About Lenovo
Lenovo is a Chinese technology company, and one of the largest personal computer vendor. They are well known for a variety of technology products, including laptops. Their consumer series include their entry level IdeaPad and LOQ series and mid-to-high-end Yoga and Legion series. On the business-oriented side, their series include their entry-level ThinkBook series and mid-to-high-end ThinkPad series. Lenovo laptops offer strong performance for reasonable prices, and are often on sale.
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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