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Updated January 10, 2024·
When deciding between the MSI GF63 Thin and the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo, consider the following: The MSI GF63 Thin is often less expensive, has a larger screen size, and includes a dedicated Nvidia graphics card, which could be advantageous for gaming or graphic-intensive tasks. However, its battery life, build quality, and port selection are less impressive than the Summit E14 Flip Evo. On the other hand, the Summit E14 Flip Evo is more expensive, offers a touch screen with higher resolution and better display quality, larger storage, and more RAM. It's lighter and has a longer battery life, making it more portable and suitable for business professionals on the go. The Summit E14 Flip Evo is also equipped with the latest features like Thunderbolt ports, a backlit keyboard, and Windows 11 Pro. If you prioritize gaming or require a dedicated GPU, the GF63 may be the better choice, but for a blend of performance, portability, and premium features, the Summit E14 Flip Evo stands out. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI GF63 Thin
- The MSI GF63 Thin has no clear advantages over the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo.
Advantages of the MSI Summit E14 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
- Good battery life
- Good speakers
Key differences
General Use
6.0
7.8
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
249.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
468.0 nits
4.2 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.4/10
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo is good for general use, while the MSI GF63 Thin is only fair.
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo is deemed better for general use because it has a more powerful CPU, double the RAM, a higher resolution touchscreen display with superior color coverage, and a significantly longer battery life compared to the MSI GF63 Thin, which, while still fair for general use, offers a basic FHD screen, less RAM, and a shorter battery life; all factors which are very important for general usability. Additionally, the Summit E14's superior portability, due to its lighter weight and smaller form factor, along with a higher quality keyboard and quieter operation which are somewhat important, contribute to its suitability for general use tasks.
Gaming and AI
6.0
6.5
4.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
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 E14 Flip Evo and MSI GF63 Thin are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo is somewhat better.
The MSI GF63 Thin is equipped with an Nvidia GTX 1650 Max-Q, which is a dedicated graphics card suitable for gaming, but the screen's refresh rate is limited to 60Hz, which is standard for most displays and can be a bottleneck for fast-paced games.
Engineering and Design
6.0
7.7
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 E14 Flip Evo is good for engineering and design, while the MSI GF63 Thin is only fair.
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo is better for engineering and design due to its higher RAM, more advanced CPU, and superior integrated graphics, which improve multitasking and graphical tasks on its higher resolution touchscreen display. In contrast, the MSI GF63 Thin, while offering a dedicated GPU, has lower RAM and a less powerful CPU, affecting performance in intensive tasks, and its screen quality is not as high, making it less ideal although its larger screen might be beneficial for some workflows.
Content Creation
6.0
7.8
4.3/10
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 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
7.7
4.3/10
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 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
7.7
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
249.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
468.0 nits
The MSI Summit E14 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's screen might not provide the vividness and clarity needed for detail-oriented tasks in engineering and design due to its limited color range, nor does it offer the swift refresh rates sought after by gamers. On the other hand, the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo boasts a sharper, brighter display with wider color coverage, making it an excellent choice for color-sensitive work in engineering and design, although it still falls short for gaming because of a less-than-ideal refresh rate. For general use where color accuracy isn't as critical, both laptops can serve well, but the Summit E14 Flip Evo's superior resolution and brightness offer a more enjoyable viewing experience.
Battery
4.2 Hours
7.0 Hours
The MSI GF63 Thin has 4.3 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
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
3.6 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The MSI Summit E14 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 E14 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
$1,599
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The MSI GF63 Thin has a price of $599 and the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo costs $1,599.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| MSI GF63 Thin | MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$599 | $1,599 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2019 | January 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 10'' x 0.85'' | 12.6'' x 8.6'' x 0.63'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.1 lbs | 3.61 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.13" | 12.56" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.99" | 8.62" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-10300H | Intel i7-1260P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 4.25 Hours | 7 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 51 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 | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 249 nits | 468 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.4/10 | 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 | 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 | 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 | 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 | 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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