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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Lenovo Yoga 6 is typically less expensive and offers good general performance with decent battery life for everyday tasks, making it suited for budget-conscious users seeking solid performance for general use. Its portability is also noteworthy, being lighter and slightly smaller, which is advantageous for those on-the-go. On the contrary, the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo, being pricier, brings to the table a higher resolution display and a larger screen, improved color accuracy, and additional features like Thunderbolt ports and facial recognition. Its performance in more intensive tasks such as 3D rendering or engineering is better, but tradeoffs include a heavier weight and a shorter battery life. Choose the Lenovo Yoga 6 for a balance between performance and price with good portability, or the MSI Summit E14 if superior performance, better screen quality, and advanced features justify the higher cost and slightly less portability. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo Yoga 6
- Excellent battery life
- Very good speakers
Advantages of the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo
- Good overall display quality
- Good keyboard
Key differences
Engineering and Design
7.0
7.7
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 E14 Flip Evo and Lenovo Yoga 6 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
6.7
7.7
13.3in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
271.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
468.0 nits
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo has a better screen than the Lenovo Yoga 6 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, the Lenovo Yoga 6 offers a balanced combination of resolution and brightness, making it comfortable for everyday tasks, while the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo provides sharper visuals and higher brightness, enhancing user experience. In engineering and design, both laptops deliver solid color accuracy for detailed work, with the MSI having the edge in covering broader color gamuts, which ensures more precise color representation. However, when it comes to gaming and 3D applications, neither laptop is ideal, as they lack high refresh rates for smooth motion, although the MSI's resolution and panel quality give it a slight advantage in clarity for such content.
Battery
12.5 Hours
7.0 Hours
The Lenovo Yoga 6 has 12.5 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
$1,045
$1,599
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Lenovo Yoga 6 has a price of $1,045 and the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo costs $1,599.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.6
7.8
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
271.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
468.0 nits
12.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.4/10
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and Lenovo Yoga 6 are both good for general use.
The Lenovo Yoga 6, with its efficient AMD Ryzen processor and 16GB of RAM, delivers robust performance suitable for everyday tasks, while its moderate weight and 12.5-hour battery life enhance portability. In comparison, the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo boasts a high-resolution screen and a powerful Intel CPU, along with a larger battery, offering sharper visuals and strong performance but at the cost of extra weight and a shorter battery life during typical use. Both laptops feature quality speakers and keyboards, ample storage, and manageable heat and noise levels, making them versatile for general use.
Gaming and AI
6.1
6.5
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.0/10
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and Lenovo Yoga 6 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Lenovo Yoga 6 and the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo are considered fair for gaming and 3D tasks primarily because neither laptop has a dedicated high-performance GPU, integral for demanding graphics tasks, and both have standard screen refresh rates which are less than ideal for smoother gameplay and 3D rendering. However, due to the decent integrated graphics, capable CPUs, and quality displays, they can handle less intensive gaming and 3D applications, although not at the same level as laptops designed specifically for these purposes.
Content Creation
7.6
7.8
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and Lenovo Yoga 6 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
7.7
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and Lenovo Yoga 6 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
13.3in
SIZE
14.0in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
3.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Lenovo Yoga 6 and MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo both have very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4
7.4
The Lenovo Yoga 6 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 Yoga 6 and the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Lenovo Yoga 6 | MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,045 | $1,599 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | January 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12'' x 8.6'' x 0.72'' | 12.6'' x 8.6'' x 0.63'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.01 lbs | 3.61 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 11.97" | 12.56" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.58" | 8.62" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7730U | Intel i7-1260P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 12.5 Hours | 7 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 59 Wh | 72 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 13.3" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 2880 x 1800 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 271 nits | 468 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.6/10 | 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 | 8.8/10 | 6/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 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 | N/A | 4 | |
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Mario Petzold | March 2023
"The AMD R7-7730U in the Lenovo Yoga 6 13 provides a suitable answer to the limited cooling capabilities of a convertible - especially in tablet mode. It draws high computing power from a comparatively limited power supply so that less heat has to be dissipated at the same time."
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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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