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Updated January 10, 2024·
The LG Ultra 13 is less expensive and more portable, making it good for general use and carrying around. It has a smaller screen and lower storage capacity but offers decent performance for everyday tasks. The MSI Summit E16 Flip is more costly but comes with a larger, higher-resolution touchscreen, more storage, and a more powerful processor and graphics card, which makes it suitable for 3D rendering, machine learning, and light gaming. It's heavier and has a larger screen but still maintains good battery life, although it's less portable compared to the LG Ultra 13. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG Ultra 13
- Excellent portability
- Very good battery life
Advantages of the MSI Summit E16 Flip
- Good for engineering and design
- Very good overall display quality
- Good speakers
Key differences
General Use
7.2
7.9
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
300.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
294.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
9.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
The MSI Summit E16 Flip and LG Ultra 13 are both good for general use, though the MSI Summit E16 Flip is somewhat better.
The LG Ultra 13 is favorable for general use as it offers good CPU performance suitable for everyday tasks, ample RAM for multitasking, a quality screen for clarity, high portability due to its light weight and compact size, along with a decent battery life. On the other hand, the MSI Summit E16 Flip, while also having a capable CPU and RAM, stands out with a higher resolution touchscreen, larger screen size, and superior storage, but it is less portable due to its higher weight and larger dimensions; however, it still maintains good battery life, making it versatile for a range of general use scenarios.
Gaming and AI
6.1
6.8
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The MSI Summit E16 Flip and LG Ultra 13 are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the MSI Summit E16 Flip is somewhat better.
The MSI Summit E16 Flip offers better gaming and 3D capabilities primarily due to its superior Nvidia RTX 3050 Ti graphics card and a higher screen refresh rate of 165Hz compared to the LG Ultra 13, which uses an integrated AMD Ryzen 7 4700U Vega 7 GPU and has a lower refresh rate of 60Hz. Additionally, the CPU and screen quality are more advanced in the MSI with a higher resolution and touchscreen functionality, enhancing overall user experience beyond just gaming and 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
6.6
7.7
4.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Summit E16 Flip is good for engineering and design, while the LG Ultra 13 is only fair.
The LG Ultra 13, with its AMD Ryzen 7 CPU and integrated Vega GPU, offers fair performance for engineering and design but falls short compared to the MSI Summit E16 Flip, which not only has a more robust Intel i7 CPU and a dedicated Nvidia RTX GPU but also higher screen resolution and quality, making it better suited for demanding visual tasks. Both have solid amounts of RAM, but the MSI excels in key areas for engineering and design work due to its advanced specifications, although it is heavier and less portable than the LG Ultra 13.
Content Creation
7.2
7.9
4.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Summit E16 Flip and LG Ultra 13 are both good for content creation, though the MSI Summit E16 Flip is somewhat better.
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.
Screen Quality
6.9
8.0
13.3in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
300.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
294.0 nits
The MSI Summit E16 Flip has a better screen than the LG Ultra 13 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The LG Ultra 13 has a screen that provides clear visuals and vibrant colors that suit everyday tasks and detail-oriented work in engineering and design, benefiting from its resolution and color accuracy. The MSI Summit E16 Flip steps it up with even higher resolution and wider color gamut coverage, making it a superior choice for professionals who rely on precise color representation. However, both laptops may not satisfy gamers or 3D artists due to lower refresh rates, which can make fast-paced visuals less smooth and responsive.
Battery
10.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The LG Ultra 13 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
Excellent
Good
13.3in
SIZE
16.0in
2.1 lbs
WEIGHT
4.1 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The LG Ultra 13 has excellent portability, while the MSI Summit E16 Flip has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$529
$1,550
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The LG Ultra 13 has a price of $529 and the MSI Summit E16 Flip costs $1,550.
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Key similarities
Software Development
7.2
7.6
4.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Summit E16 Flip and LG Ultra 13 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.
Build Quality
7.4
7.4
The LG Ultra 13 and MSI Summit E16 Flip 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 LG Ultra 13 and the MSI Summit E16 Flip compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| LG Ultra 13 | MSI Summit E16 Flip |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$529 | $1,550 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2021 | January 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.1'' x 8.1'' x 0.6'' | 14.1'' x 10.2'' x 0.66'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.16 lbs | 4.19 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.08" | 14.09" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.14" | 10.18" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 4700U | 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 | 256 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 10 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 51 Wh | 82 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 13.3" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 165Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 300 nits | 294 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 9.3/10 | 7.7/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8/10 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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LG Ultra 13
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Joshua Goldman | April 2017
"The 13.3-inch LG Gram is a fine fit if you need to travel as light as possible for as long as possible without spending a fortune to do it. It might not be particularly sturdy or have an eye-catching design and its webcam is less than ideal, but with its sharp touch display, comfortable backlit keyboard, responsive touchpad and a fingerprint reader for extra security, the Gram makes a respectible everyday laptop for business or school work."
MSI Summit E16 Flip
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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 LG
LG is a South Korean conglomerate company. While LG is mainly known for various products outside of technology, LG also develops laptops. Within the laptop industry, they are known for their thin-and-light Gram series, as well as their value-oriented Ultra series. LG laptops offer very thin and light laptops with phenomenal battery life, 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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