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Updated January 10, 2024·
The MSI Creator Z16P offers a higher graphics performance suitable for intensive 3D, machine learning tasks, and gaming, but it's heavier and has shorter battery life. The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo, on the other hand, is more affordable, lighter, and offers a longer battery life, making it better for portability and general use, but it's less suited for tasks that require high graphical processing power. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI Creator Z16P
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good speakers
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo
- Very good portability
- Good battery life
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.6
6.5
7.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.0/10
The MSI Creator Z16P is good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo is only fair.
The MSI Creator Z16P offers a high refresh rate and powerful graphics with its Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti GPU, which makes it better suited for smooth gaming and 3D rendering experiences. In contrast, the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo, while having a higher resolution screen, comes with a standard refresh rate and less powerful integrated graphics, making it less optimal for gaming and 3D tasks, but more portable and versatile as a 2-in-1 device.
Engineering and Design
8.3
7.7
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
7.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Creator Z16P is very good for engineering and design, while the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo is good.
The MSI Creator Z16P stands out for engineering and design with its high-end Intel i9 CPU and Nvidia RTX GPU, offering robust performance for demanding tasks, alongside an exceptional Hi-Res touchscreen display which benefits precision work. On the other hand, the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo, while still capable with its Intel i7 CPU and integrated graphics, trades some power for enhanced portability and versatility as a 2-in-1 device, with superior battery life and lower weight, making it more suited for on-the-go professionals.
Screen Quality
8.3
7.7
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
394.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
468.0 nits
The MSI Creator Z16P has a better screen than the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo for gaming and AI.
The MSI Creator Z16P and Summit E14 Flip Evo have screens with high resolution and brightness, making text sharp and activities like web browsing and document editing pleasant, which is vital for general use. For engineering and design, their wide color gamuts ensure accurate color representation, crucial for tasks such as photo editing and graphic design. However, for gaming and 3D applications that benefit from smoother motion and quicker reaction times, the screens' lower refresh rates could lead to less fluid visuals compared to panels designed specifically for those purposes.
Battery
5.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The MSI Creator Z16P has 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.
Portability
Good
Very Good
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
5.2 lbs
WEIGHT
3.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo has very good portability, while the MSI Creator Z16P has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.0
7.4
The MSI Creator Z16P has very good build quality, while the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,300
$1,599
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The MSI Creator Z16P has a price of $1,300 and the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo costs $1,599.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.8
7.8
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
394.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
468.0 nits
5.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.4/10
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and MSI Creator Z16P are both good for general use.
The MSI Creator Z16P stands out for demanding tasks due to its high-end CPU and dedicated GPU, making it suitable for more performance-intensive applications, balanced by a robust screen with a high refresh rate and vivid color coverage, albeit at the expense of lower portability and poorer heat management. In contrast, the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo offers strong general use capabilities with an efficient CPU and integrated graphics, excellent screen resolution, and better portability due to its lighter weight and longer battery life, although it may not be as suited for graphically demanding tasks as the Z16P.
Content Creation
7.9
7.8
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Creator Z16P and MSI Summit E14 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
7.6
7.7
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and MSI Creator Z16P 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.
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How the MSI Creator Z16P and the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| MSI Creator Z16P | MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,300 | $1,599 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | June 1, 2023 | January 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 10.2'' x 0.75'' | 12.6'' x 8.6'' x 0.63'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.27 lbs | 3.61 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.13" | 12.56" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.18" | 8.62" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i9-12900H | Intel i7-1260P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 5 Hours | 7 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 72 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 2880 x 1800 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 394 nits | 468 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.2/10 | 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 | 7.8/10 | 6/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8.8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 1 | 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 | 4 | 4 | |
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MSI Creator Z16P
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Mario Petzold | June 2022
"There's almost nothing left to be desired with the MSI Z16P. The creator laptop offers enormous performance resources for image editing, video editing, rendering, and more. All this is presented on a precalibrated, adequately sized, and high-resolution display. Its color space, refresh rate, and panel technology are also perfectly suited for a device that specializes in video reproduction and editing."
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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 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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