The MSI Raider GE66 offers high performance with a powerful dedicated graphics card and higher RAM, which makes it suitable for gaming, 3D rendering, and intensive engineering tasks. However, it is heavier and has less battery life, so it's less portable. On the other hand, the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo is lighter and has longer battery life, making it more portable and suitable for business use. It also has a touch screen with a versatile flip design. The performance of the Summit E13 Flip Evo is adequate for general use but not ideal for graphics-intensive tasks. Therefore, the choice depends on whether the need for portability and battery life outweighs the need for high performance in demanding applications. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI Raider GE66
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Excellent keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo
Very good portability
Very good battery life
Very good speakers
Key differences
General Use
8.3/10
7.6/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
300.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
517.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
11.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
6.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.9/10
The MSI Raider GE66 is very good for general use, while the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo is good.
The MSI Raider GE66 offers robust performance with a higher-end CPU, more RAM, and a more powerful GPU, making it very suitable for a range of demanding tasks, and its higher screen quality enhances visual experiences, but it's heavier and has less portability and shorter battery life compared to the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo, which offers good performance with a capable CPU, adequate RAM, and integrated graphics suitable for less intensive applications; its lighter weight, smaller size, and longer battery life make it more portable and convenient for on-the-go use.
Gaming and AI
8.5/10
6.3/10
8.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.0/10
The MSI Raider GE66 is very good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo is only fair.
The MSI Raider GE66 is very good for gaming and 3D tasks because it comes equipped with a powerful Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti graphics card and a high screen refresh rate of up to 240 Hz, allowing for smooth visuals and detailed graphics. Conversely, the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo is less suited for these tasks as it has a moderately performing Intel Iris Xe graphics and a standard refresh rate of 60 Hz, making it less ideal for fast-paced gaming and complex 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
8.9/10
7.3/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
8.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Raider GE66 is very good for engineering and design, while the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo is good.
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.
Content Creation
8.3/10
7.5/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Raider GE66 is very good for content creation, while the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo is good.
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
8.0/10
7.4/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Raider GE66 is very good for software development, while the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo is good.
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
8.4/10
7.3/10
15.6in
SIZE
13.4in
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
300.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
517.0 nits
The MSI Raider GE66 has a better screen than the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The MSI Raider GE66's screen stands out for general use and engineering due to its high resolution and brightness, offering clear and vibrant visuals, and it includes wide color gamuts, ensuring accurate color representation for detailed design work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, its lower refresh rate can make fast-paced visuals less smooth, which is less optimal for an immersive experience. In contrast, the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo, while also presenting a good resolution and brightness for everyday tasks and sufficient color accuracy for engineering and design, falls short in refresh rate, which similarly affects its performance in gaming and 3D scenarios.
Battery
6.0 Hours
11.0 Hours
The MSI Raider GE66 has 6 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
Fair
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
13.4in
5.2 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo has very good portability, while the MSI Raider GE66 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5/10
7.4/10
The MSI Raider GE66 has very good build quality, while the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$2,499
$699
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
The MSI Raider GE66 has a price of $2,499 and the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo costs $699.
"The MSI Raider GE66 12UHS notebook passes with flying colors. The GE66 is a high-end notebook with strong performance. The keyboard and trackpad are still very good and score well with precise inputs as well as high build quality. Thanks to a new liquid metal cooling solution, the Intel Core i9 12900HK brings a performance increase of around 50 percent over the predecessor's Intel Core i9 10980HK. The installed graphics card in our device delivers up to 30 percent higher frame rates than the RTX 2070 Super in the MSI GE66 10SFS."
"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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