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Updated January 12, 2024·
For general use, the Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 13" is lighter and more compact, making it easier to carry around. It has a solid build and a comfortable keyboard, suited for typing tasks and daily productivity. In contrast, the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo offers a 2-in-1 convertible design that allows it to function as both a laptop and tablet, with a touch screen and stylus support, which is beneficial for creative or design-oriented work. Furthermore, the MSI has a larger battery, which may result in longer usage times between charges, and comes with a higher resolution screen that could be preferred by users who value sharper image quality. Both laptops offer similar storage and memory, but the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo has more ports for connectivity, which can be useful if you frequently connect to multiple peripherals. Opt for the Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 13" if portability and a sleek design are your priority, or the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo if you are looking for versatility in a 2-in-1 form factor, better battery life, and need more ports. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 13"
- Excellent portability
- Very good speakers
Advantages of the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo
- The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo has no clear advantages over the Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 13".
Key differences
Engineering and Design
7.1
7.7
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 13" 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
7.2
7.7
13.5in
SIZE
14.0in
2256 x 1504
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
400.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
468.0 nits
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo has a better screen than the Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 13" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, the Surface Laptop 5 offers a balance between resolution and brightness, suiting everyday tasks, while the Summit E14 Flip Evo provides higher resolution and brightness, enriching visual engagement. In engineering and design, color accuracy is crucial, and both laptops deliver wide color gamuts necessary for precise work, though the Summit E14 Flip Evo has slightly better color coverage. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the importance of a high refresh rate means neither laptop is ideal, as they prioritize display qualities over the faster refresh rates that enhance fluidity in fast-moving visuals.
Portability
Excellent
Very Good
13.5in
SIZE
14.0in
2.8 lbs
WEIGHT
3.6 lbs
0.5in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 13" has excellent portability, while the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,200
$1,563
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 13" has a price of $1,200 and the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo costs $1,563.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.4
7.8
2256 x 1504
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
400.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
468.0 nits
7.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
9.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.4/10
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 13" are both good for general use.
The Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 13" offers a solid balance for general use with its efficient processor, ample RAM, high screen quality, lightweight design, and respectable battery life, which make it highly portable and convenient for typical tasks.
Gaming and AI
6.1
6.5
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
2256 x 1504
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.0/10
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 13" are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 13" and the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo both offer fair gaming and 3D performance with their integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics but are held back by their 60Hz screen refresh rates, which are modest for fast-paced gaming. While both have capable CPUs and high-quality displays, their GPUs and refresh rates are better suited for general use and business applications rather than high-end gaming or intensive 3D tasks.
Content Creation
7.4
7.8
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
2256 x 1504
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 13" 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
7.2
7.7
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2256 x 1504
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 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.
Battery
7.5 Hours
7.0 Hours
The Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 13" has 7.5 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.
Build Quality
7.8
7.4
The Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 13" 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 Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 13" and the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 13" | MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,200 | $1,563 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 1, 2022 | January 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.1'' x 8.8'' x 0.57'' | 12.6'' x 8.6'' x 0.63'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.86 lbs | 3.61 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.1" | 12.56" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.8" | 8.62" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1255U | 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 | 7.5 Hours | 7 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 47.4 Wh | 72 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 13.5" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2256 x 1504 | 2880 x 1800 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 400 nits | 468 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 9/10 | 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 | 7.5/10 | 6/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8.8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 13"
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Lori Grunin | October 2022
"The Surface Laptop 5 remains afloat as a solid machine. It's just not one that stands out in any particular way. Just like the last one. The biggest upgrade were some new components, but they perform in the same range as other laptops with them, and frequently at the bottom of that range. I suspect Microsoft's settings are very conservative to help keep cooling and battery life within reason in the older chassis design."
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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 Microsoft
Microsoft is an American technology corporation. Microsoft is best known for their Windows operating system and Surface laptop series. The Surface Laptop is their standard notebook offering, while their Surface Go, Surface Pro, and Surface Studio are their 2-in-1/tablet offerings in order of increasing capability. Although Microsoft charges a premium price tag for their laptops, buyers can expect a well integrated and packaged device since Microsoft develops the Windows operating system.
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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