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Updated January 10, 2024·
If portability and battery life are important to you, the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo is the better choice, as it is lighter and offers longer battery usage on a single charge. It also features a touch screen with higher resolution and aspect ratio, providing sharper images and more screen real estate. However, if you're inclined towards gaming or graphic-intensive tasks, the MSI GF63 Thin, with its dedicated NVIDIA GPU, will handle these tasks better, but you'll compromise on battery life and portability. Both laptops are in a similar price range, with the Summit E13 Flip Evo typically costing a bit more. Consider the Summit E13 Flip Evo for business and general use, and the GF63 Thin for gaming and performance-demanding engineering software. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI GF63 Thin
- The MSI GF63 Thin has no clear advantages over the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo.
Advantages of the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo
- Good for general use
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for software development
- Good for content creation
- Good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- Very good portability
- Very good battery life
- Very good speakers
Key differences
General Use
6.0
7.6
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
249.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
517.0 nits
4.2 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
11.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.9/10
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo is good for general use, while the MSI GF63 Thin is only fair.
The MSI GF63 Thin offers decent performance with an older CPU and sufficient RAM for routine tasks, but its heavier weight and short battery life limit its portability compared to the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo, which provides a higher-performing CPU, more RAM, and better screen quality, along with being lighter and having a longer-lasting battery, making it a more versatile choice for general use.
Engineering and Design
6.0
7.3
4.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
4.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo is good for engineering and design, while the MSI GF63 Thin is only fair.
The MSI GF63 Thin is less suited for engineering and design tasks due to its lower-end processor, less RAM, and GTX 1650 Max-Q GPU, which is less powerful compared to the Summit's i7-1260P and its integrated graphics; the GF63 also has a lower quality display than the Summit E13 Flip Evo's higher-resolution, brighter, and more color-accurate screen. The Summit E13 Flip Evo, on the other hand, pairs a more capable processor with double the RAM and a superior screen, which is essential for detailed engineering and design work, while also offering enhanced portability with its lighter weight and longer battery life, despite typically costing more than the GF63 Thin.
Content Creation
6.0
7.5
4.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo is good for content creation, while the MSI GF63 Thin is only fair.
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
6.0
7.4
4.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo is good for software development, while the MSI GF63 Thin is only fair.
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.
Screen Quality
6.1
7.3
15.6in
SIZE
13.4in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
249.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
517.0 nits
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo has a better screen than the MSI GF63 Thin for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The MSI GF63 Thin, with its fair screen, may suffice for general tasks and basic engineering work due to an adequate resolution and brightness but lacks the rich color gamuts necessary for precision design tasks. The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo, with its better resolution and brightness, along with wider color coverage, offers a superior visual experience for general use and professional design applications. However, both laptops fall short for gaming and 3D modeling because they lack the high refresh rates that contribute to smoother visuals and gameplay.
Battery
4.2 Hours
11.0 Hours
The MSI GF63 Thin has 4.3 hours of battery life. The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo has 11 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
15.6in
SIZE
13.4in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo has very good portability, while the MSI GF63 Thin has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.5
7.4
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo has good build quality, while the MSI GF63 Thin has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$599
$699
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The MSI GF63 Thin has a price of $599 and the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo costs $699.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
6.0
6.3
4.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.0/10
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo and MSI GF63 Thin are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The MSI GF63 Thin offers a dedicated Nvidia GTX 1650 Max-Q graphics card, which is better for gaming and 3D tasks than the integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics found on the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo; however, both have similar 60Hz screen refresh rates which are less ideal for fast-paced games that benefit from higher refresh rates. While the Summit E13's screen quality is better due to higher brightness and color coverage, the GF63 Thin's discrete GPU gives it an edge for graphic-intense activities but may not significantly improve the gaming experience due to the shared 60Hz limitation.
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How the MSI GF63 Thin and the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| MSI GF63 Thin | MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$599 | $699 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2019 | August 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 10'' x 0.85'' | 11.8'' x 8.8'' x 0.59'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.1 lbs | 2.98 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.13" | 11.82" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.99" | 8.75" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-10300H | Intel i7-1260P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 4.25 Hours | 11 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 51 Wh | 70 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 13.4" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 249 nits | 517 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.4/10 | 8.9/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8/10 | 6/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
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 | 3 | 1 | |
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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Florian Glaser | January 2020
"If you leave aside the meagre port selection (no card reader, no DisplayPort, no Thunderbolt 3 or USB 3.1 Gen2), the fan control that could be improved (idle mode!) and the relatively dark and slow display, the MSI GF63 Thin 9SC does not have any major weaknesses. The 15-inch gamer is compact, has a low weight and offers a good price-to-performance ratio, which should please gamers that are looking for both a portable and an affordable gaming notebook. Input devices, battery life, case quality and performance are all appropriate for this purchase price."
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Allen Ngo | April 2021
"MSI wants to prove that it can do more than just gaming laptops and the Summit E13 Flip is a great example of what the manufacturer is capable of especially in terms of aesthetics and performance. Normally for subnotebooks or convertibles, TDP and performance are often below average as makers want to meet slimmer designs and lower weight targets. The Summit manages to outperform others in its size class and category while still looking sleek and portable in the process. If you want a convertible that won't throttle significantly when under load, then this MSI will be one of the better options you can find."
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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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