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Updated January 10, 2024·
If portability and battery life are important to you, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i is a better choice because it is lighter and has longer battery life. However, the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo offers a higher resolution touchscreen display, better color coverage which benefits tasks requiring precise color work, and a more powerful, newer generation processor for improved performance. The MSI is slightly heavier, and its battery doesn't last as long as the Lenovo's. The Lenovo is usually less expensive, so if budget is a concern, that could sway your decision. Both have the same amount of RAM and integrated graphics suitable for general use and some light 3D or engineering tasks, but aren't intended for intensive gaming. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i
- Very good battery life
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo
- Good overall display quality
Key differences
Engineering and Design
7.1
7.7
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i are both good for engineering and design, though the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo is somewhat better.
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.
Screen Quality
6.9
7.7
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
340.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
468.0 nits
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
For general use, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i offers a satisfactory visual experience with an appropriate resolution and brightness, making tasks like browsing and streaming comfortable, while the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo steps up with higher brightness and sharper resolution for crisper text and more vibrant images. In engineering and design, the MSI Summit has a screen that covers a wider range of colors, as indicated by its color gamut coverage, which is critical for accuracy in detailed visual work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, both laptops fall short due to their lower refresh rates, resulting in less fluid motion compared to laptops specifically tailored for those high-motion activities.
Battery
11.5 Hours
7.0 Hours
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i has 11.5 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.
Cost
$899
$1,563
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i has a price of $899 and the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo costs $1,563.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
7.8
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
340.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
468.0 nits
11.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.4/10
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i are both good for general use.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i, with a capable processor, ample RAM, and a high-quality IPS display, offers solid performance for general use, enhanced by its portability and good battery life. The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo, while heavier, also carries a robust processor and more RAM with a higher resolution touchscreen, catering to those who might favor sharper visuals and tablet functionality, despite a shorter battery life.
Gaming and AI
6.2
6.5
3.7/10
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
9.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.0/10
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i and MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo are fair for gaming and 3D tasks due to their integrated Iris Xe graphics and standard 60Hz screen refresh rate; you'll find moderate gaming performance but not the smoothness provided by dedicated GPUs or higher refresh displays. While both have capable CPUs and decent screen quality, they don't reach the top-tier hardware preferred by serious gamers or professionals in 3D-intensive fields.
Content Creation
7.7
7.8
5.5/10
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 Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i 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
7.7
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i 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
Very Good
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2.9 lbs
WEIGHT
3.6 lbs
0.5in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i and MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo both have very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8
7.4
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i and MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo 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 IdeaPad Slim 7i and the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i | MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$899 | $1,563 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 1, 2020 | January 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.6'' x 8.2'' x 0.59'' | 12.6'' x 8.6'' x 0.63'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.99 lbs | 3.61 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.62" | 12.56" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.2" | 8.62" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1165G7 | Intel i7-1260P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 11.5 Hours | 7 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 60.7 Wh | 72 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2880 x 1800 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 340 nits | 468 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.9/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 9.5/10 | 6/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
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 | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i
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Ted Needleman
| January 2022
"Among Lenovo's multiple laptop brands, the IdeaPad family is decidedly the one designed for consumers: people who want decent performance at a reasonable price. Consider, then, this laptop a paragon for the pickier members of that crowd. With a 14-inch touch-enabled display, a comfortable keyboard, an Evo-certified Intel Core i7 11th Generation CPU, and the latest Windows 11 operating system, the IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro ultraportable ($1,199 as tested) is a slick mainstream machine at a bit of a premium price, and quite capable for everyday tasks."
MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo
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Allen Ngo | July 2022
"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 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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