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Updated January 10, 2024·
When deciding between the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 and the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo, consider the following: The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 offers a higher performing CPU and dedicated GPU, which would better suit intensive engineering tasks and 3D design, but it's heavier and less portable. In contrast, the MSI Summit is lighter and has a 2-in-1 convertible design for versatility, making it a practical choice for general use and on-the-go productivity, though it may not handle demanding applications as well. Both feature similar storage and RAM, ensuring adequate space and multitasking capability for everyday tasks. Your choice may ultimately hinge on whether the need for high performance or portability and flexibility is a greater priority for your specific use case. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkPad P16
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good battery life
- Excellent speakers
- Excellent keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo
- Very good portability
Key differences
Engineering and Design
8.3
7.7
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
4.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 is very good for engineering and design, while the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo is good.
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 is particularly well-suited for engineering and design tasks due to its more powerful CPU and specialized GPU, which are better for demanding applications and graphics-intensive work; additionally, it has a high-resolution, high-brightness display which is beneficial for detailed work. The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo, while also good for engineering and design due to its sufficient CPU and integrated graphics, offers more portability and a touchscreen, making it a versatile option for those prioritizing flexibility and on-the-go use.
Software Development
8.4
7.7
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 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
8.2
7.7
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
569.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
468.0 nits
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 has a better screen than the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, a laptop with a high-resolution display and bright screen, like those on both the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 and MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo, will offer clear and vivid images, crucial for everyday tasks like browsing and streaming. When considering engineering and design, the Lenovo and MSI models offer wide color gamuts, ensuring that professionals in these fields see accurate colors for precise work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, these laptops fall short as their refresh rates are lower compared to gaming-specific laptops, leading to less fluid motion and responsiveness during fast-paced activities.
Battery
10.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 has 10 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
Poor
Very Good
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
6.5 lbs
WEIGHT
3.6 lbs
1.2in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo has very good portability, while the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5
7.4
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 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
$1,449
$1,599
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 has a price of $1,449 and the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo costs $1,599.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.0
7.8
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
569.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
468.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
5.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.4/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo ThinkPad P16 to be very good for general use, while the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo is good.
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16, with a high-performance processor, ample RAM, and a quality screen, is well-suited for demanding tasks and general use, though it's heavier and has less battery life, making it less portable. The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo, while also having sufficient RAM and a capable processor for regular tasks, boasts a higher portability with its lighter weight and convertible design, and despite a smaller battery, it still offers reasonable battery life for general use.
Gaming and AI
6.9
6.5
4.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.0/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 and MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 is more suitable for gaming and 3D applications because it is equipped with a dedicated Nvidia RTX A1000 graphics card, which generally offers better performance than the integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics found in the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo. Both laptops have the same screen refresh rate, but the higher quality GPU in the ThinkPad P16 makes it better for tasks that require more graphics processing power.
Content Creation
8.2
7.8
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo ThinkPad P16 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 Lenovo ThinkPad P16 and the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Lenovo ThinkPad P16 | MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,449 | $1,599 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | July 1, 2023 | January 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.3'' x 10.5'' x 1.2'' | 12.6'' x 8.6'' x 0.63'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 6.5 lbs | 3.61 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.3" | 12.56" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.5" | 8.62" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12800HX | Intel i7-1260P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 4 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 10 Hours | 7 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 94 Wh | 72 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3840 x 2400 | 2880 x 1800 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 569 nits | 468 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 5.8/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | Yes | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 6/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.1/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 3 | 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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Eric Grevstad | February 2023
"It's only a few months since we gave the MSI CreatorPro X17 one of our rare 4.5-star ratings and our top mobile workstation honor, but the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 matches that achievement in a more premium overall build. Ultimately, its build quality, screen, and keyboard give our latest Editors' Choice nod to the Lenovo—it's enough of a monster on almost all fronts that it simply cannot be ignored."
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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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