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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 typically costs less and offers a higher resolution non-touchscreen, better color coverage for professional photo editing, a more powerful main processor and GPU for intensive engineering tasks, and a built-in numerical keypad, making it suitable for heavy workloads and business use, but is heavier, reducing its portability. On the other hand, the MSI Summit E16 Flip is more portable due to its lower weight, features a touchscreen with a high refresh rate ideal for fast-motion activities, and has a slightly better battery life for on-the-go use, though it might not handle demanding tasks like 3D rendering as well as the ThinkPad. 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 build quality
- Very good battery life
- Excellent speakers
- Excellent keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Summit E16 Flip
- 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
4.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 is very good for engineering and design, while the MSI Summit E16 Flip is good.
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 is equipped with a top-tier Intel processor and a workstation-grade Nvidia GPU, making it exceptionally suited for demanding engineering and design work; additionally, its excellent screen quality further complements professional graphic tasks, though its size and weight affect its portability. In contrast, the MSI Summit E16 Flip, while also boasting a capable Intel processor and a gaming-oriented Nvidia GPU, provides a balance between performance and versatility with its 2-in-1 convertible design and good enough screen, but it doesn't match the raw professional graphics performance or screen brilliance of the Lenovo.
Software Development
8.4
7.6
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 is very good for software development, while the MSI Summit E16 Flip 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
8.0
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
569.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
294.0 nits
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 has a better screen than the MSI Summit E16 Flip for general use, engineering and design, software development, and content creation, while the MSI Summit E16 Flip has a better screen for gaming and AI.
For general use, both the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 and the MSI Summit E16 Flip offer high-resolution displays with ample brightness and reliable panel types, ensuring crisp text and vibrant images during everyday tasks. For engineering and design work, they boast strong color coverage in the crucial DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB spectra, providing accuracy needed for professional color work. However, their screens have lower refresh rates, which limits their appeal for gaming and 3D applications where smoother visuals are essential for an immersive experience.
Battery
10.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 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.
Portability
Poor
Good
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
6.5 lbs
WEIGHT
4.1 lbs
1.2in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The MSI Summit E16 Flip has 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 E16 Flip has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,449
$1,550
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 has a price of $1,449 and the MSI Summit E16 Flip costs $1,550.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.0
7.9
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
569.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
294.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
5.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo ThinkPad P16 to be very good for general use, while the MSI Summit E16 Flip is good.
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 is lauded for its vivid screen resolution, high-quality keyboard, and substantial battery life, which makes it a strong choice for general use, despite its heavier weight and lower portability. Conversely, the MSI Summit E16 Flip is appreciated for its versatility as a 2-in-1 convertible with touch capabilities and better portability, yet with a shorter battery life and slightly less impressive screen clarity compared to the ThinkPad P16.
Gaming and AI
6.9
6.8
4.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.6/10
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 and MSI Summit E16 Flip are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 is suited for gaming and 3D because it has a specialized Nvidia RTX A1000 GPU with hardware ray tracing and DLSS support, but it has a lower screen refresh rate of 60Hz which might not be preferred by gamers seeking smoother visuals.
Content Creation
8.2
7.9
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
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 E16 Flip 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 E16 Flip compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Lenovo ThinkPad P16 | MSI Summit E16 Flip |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,449 | $1,550 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | July 1, 2023 | January 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.3'' x 10.5'' x 1.2'' | 14.1'' x 10.2'' x 0.66'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 6.5 lbs | 4.19 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.3" | 14.09" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.5" | 10.18" | |
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 | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 94 Wh | 82 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3840 x 2400 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 165Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 569 nits | 294 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 5.8/10 | 7.7/10 | |
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 | 7/10 | |
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 | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
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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Sascha Mölck | October 2022
"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 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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