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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 and MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo are similarly priced with comparable storage, RAM, and screen size. The ThinkPad Z13 has an AMD processor and integrated GPU which performs well for general use and has respectable color coverage for its display, making it a good choice for business and productivity tasks. It boasts a long battery life, sturdy build quality, and scores high in portability and keyboard quality. On the other hand, the Summit E13 Flip Evo has an Intel processor with Iris Xe graphics which is also capable for general use, yet ranked slightly lower in 3D and machine learning tasks. It differentiates itself with a higher screen brightness, better color accuracy, and an improved contrast ratio, making it suitable for tasks that require more precise color rendering. It runs Windows 11 Pro, has a larger battery capacity, and comes with a Thunderbolt 4 port, offering more advanced connectivity. The Summit E13 also offers facial recognition and better speakers, but rates lower in portability and keyboard quality compared to the ThinkPad. Choose the ThinkPad Z13 if you prioritize keyboard comfort, portability, and longevity on a single charge, or go for the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo if you need better color accuracy, a brighter screen, and more recent connectivity options. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkPad Z13
- Very good overall build quality
- Excellent portability
- Excellent keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo
- The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo has no clear advantages over the Lenovo ThinkPad Z13.
Key differences
Screen Quality
7.0
7.3
13.3in
SIZE
13.4in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
379.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
517.0 nits
The Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 has a better screen than the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo for software development, and content creation, while the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo has a better screen for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
For general use, the Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 and the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo both offer screens with sufficient resolution and brightness, ensuring clear and vivid displays for everyday tasks. Their good screen quality for engineering and design can be attributed to covering wider color gamuts, allowing for precise color representation critical for these fields. However, their lower refresh rates make them less ideal for gaming and 3D work, where smoother motion and faster screen updates are crucial for optimal performance.
Battery
10.0 Hours
11.0 Hours
The Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 has 10 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
8.5
7.4
The Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 has very good build quality, while the MSI Summit E13 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
$1,130
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
The Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 has a price of $1,000 and the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo costs $1,130.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.8
7.6
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
379.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
517.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
11.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
9.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.9/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 and MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo are both good for general use.
The Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 and MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo are well-suited for general use due to their capable CPUs, ample RAM, and high-quality IPS screens with good resolution and touch capabilities, ensuring smooth operation and a crisp viewing experience for everyday tasks. Both offer portability with their compact sizes and lightweight builds, while the ThinkPad Z13 stands out with a slightly lighter weight and the Summit E13 Flip Evo with a slightly larger battery for longer use away from the outlet, alongside convertible flexibility to double as a tablet.
Gaming and AI
6.3
6.3
3.9/10
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
9.1/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.0/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 and MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 and the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo are considered fair for gaming and 3D largely due to their graphics capabilities and screen features; both using integrated graphics rather than dedicated gaming GPUs, and having standard screen refresh rates, which are less optimal for fast-paced gaming and 3D applications. While they have capable processors and good screen quality, these factors are less critical than the graphics performance and refresh rate for gaming and 3D use.
Engineering and Design
7.3
7.3
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
3.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 and MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo are both good for engineering and design.
The Lenovo ThinkPad Z13, with its AMD Ryzen CPU and Radeon graphics, offers reliable performance and a high-quality IPS screen for engineering and design tasks, while the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo combines an Intel i7 processor and Iris Xe graphics with an even brighter screen and 2-in-1 convertible versatility, yet it may have louder operating noise and slightly less portability. Both laptops have substantial RAM and a touchscreen with a 16:10 aspect ratio, enhancing productivity and creative workflows, but the ThinkPad generally may offer better portability and a quieter experience, factors that are somewhat important to consider.
Content Creation
7.8
7.5
6.8/10
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 ThinkPad Z13 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
7.7
7.4
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 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.
Portability
Excellent
Very Good
13.3in
SIZE
13.4in
2.7 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
0.5in
THICKNESS
0.5in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 to have excellent portability, while the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo has very good portability.
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How the Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 and the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 | MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,000 | $1,130 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | August 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 11.6'' x 7.9'' x 0.55'' | 11.8'' x 8.8'' x 0.59'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.78 lbs | 2.98 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 11.59" | 11.82" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 7.86" | 8.75" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 6850U | 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 | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 10 Hours | 11 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 51.5 Wh | 70 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 13.3" | 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 | 379 nits | 517 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 9.3/10 | 8.9/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | Yes | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 9.1/10 | 6/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8.8/10 | 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 | 0 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 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 ThinkPad Z13
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Brian Westover | September 2022
"In the premium ultraportable space, the Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 competes with the best of the best, and still manages to shine. The design is an impressive departure from the bland bare-metal laptop that's become so popular in recent years, and the AMD-powered system has performance that's just as impressive. It's a stark alternative to the Intel-based majority, and it stands up well enough to the impressive Apple M2 processor."
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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