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Updated January 10, 2024·
The MSI Cyborg 15, with a lower price, is tailored for gaming with a bold design and solid performance. In contrast, the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo, at a higher price, offers versatility and a sleek build, suitable for business users and those requiring a 2-in-1 form factor with a touchscreen. Consider the Cyborg if gaming is a priority and you're on a budget, but choose the Summit E14 Flip if you need a professional-looking laptop with extra flexibility and are willing to pay more. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI Cyborg 15
- Good for gaming and AI
Advantages of the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo
- Good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- Very good portability
- Good speakers
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.2
6.5
6.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.0/10
The MSI Cyborg 15 is good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo is only fair.
The MSI Cyborg 15, with its Nvidia RTX 4060 graphics and a screen refresh rate of 144 Hz, ensures smoother gameplay and is better equipped for graphic-intensive games and 3D applications, whereas the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo, despite its higher screen resolution, relies on an integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics and a lower 60 Hz refresh rate, making it less optimal for those purposes despite being capable.
Screen Quality
6.8
7.7
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
234.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
468.0 nits
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo has a better screen than the MSI Cyborg 15 for general use, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo's higher resolution and better brightness make it superior to the MSI Cyborg 15, offering clearer and more vibrant visuals for everyday tasks. Engineering and design tasks benefit from the Summit E14's wider color gamuts, providing more accurate color representation which is essential for professional design work. However, for gaming and 3D applications that demand fast refresh rates, both the Summit E14 and the Cyborg 15 may fall short, making neither an ideal choice for those specific needs.
Portability
Good
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
4.3 lbs
WEIGHT
3.6 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo has very good portability, while the MSI Cyborg 15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.7
7.4
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo has good build quality, while the MSI Cyborg 15 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,100
$1,599
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The MSI Cyborg 15 has a price of $1,100 and the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo costs $1,599.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.3
7.8
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
234.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
468.0 nits
7.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.4/10
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and MSI Cyborg 15 are both good for general use.
The MSI Cyborg 15 offers solid processing power and gaming-centric features like a high refresh rate display and dedicated graphics, making it suitable for both general use and gaming, though it's less portable and has shorter battery life than the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo which, with its higher screen resolution, longer battery life, and 2-in-1 design, caters to professionals seeking portability and versatility for a typical workday. Each has advantages: the Summit's superior portability and screen for intensive work and the Cyborg's raw power for more demanding applications but at the expense of battery life and ease of carrying.
Engineering and Design
7.5
7.7
8.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
6.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and MSI Cyborg 15 are both good for engineering and design.
The MSI Cyborg 15 is equipped with a high-performance dedicated GPU suitable for demanding engineering software and also offers a higher refresh rate screen, enhancing visual fluidity which is crucial for design tasks, but is heavier with a bulkier gaming appearance. Conversely, the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo, while having less graphical prowess due to its integrated GPU, provides a higher resolution and better quality touchscreen, greater portability, and a more professional aesthetic; as a 2-in-1 convertible, it offers versatility for diverse engineering and design scenarios.
Content Creation
7.5
7.8
8.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and MSI Cyborg 15 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
8.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and MSI Cyborg 15 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 MSI Cyborg 15 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.
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How the MSI Cyborg 15 and the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| MSI Cyborg 15 | MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,100 | $1,599 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | January 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 9.9'' x 0.9'' | 12.6'' x 8.6'' x 0.63'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.37 lbs | 3.61 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.15" | 12.56" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.86" | 8.62" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12650H | Intel i7-1260P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7.5 Hours | 7 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 53.5 Wh | 72 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2880 x 1800 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 234 nits | 468 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.3/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.5/10 | 6/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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Sascha Mölck | April 2023
"The focus of the MSI Cyborg 15 lies on a compromise of performance, mobility, and power consumption. Due to the reduced performance settings, the CPU and GPU perform below their capabilities. Nonetheless, their computing power is still sufficient for FHD gaming at high to maximum settings even then. The power consumption, which is low for a gaming laptop, can be translated into a good battery life. Realistic values of 7 to 8 h are still possible, despite the relatively small battery capacity of 53.5 Wh. Unfortunately the USB-C port doesn't offer any support for Power Delivery, which would be a sensible feature in the case of the Cyborg."
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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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