If performance and gaming are top priorities, the MSI Stealth GS66 with a powerful processor and high-end graphics card would be better suited for intensive tasks, despite its higher price and lower portability due to its larger size and weight. However, if you prefer a more portable and affordable option for general use and business tasks with a longer battery life and a touchscreen, the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo may suit you better, although it's less capable for demanding graphics tasks and gaming. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI Stealth GS66
Very good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Very good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo
Very good portability
Very good battery life
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.8/10
6.3/10
7.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
360Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.0/10
The MSI Stealth GS66 is good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo is only fair.
The MSI Stealth GS66 stands out for gaming and 3D tasks due to its powerful Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti graphics card and high screen refresh rate of 360 Hz, offering smooth and detailed visuals essential for fast-paced games. In contrast, the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo, with its integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics and a refresh rate of 60 Hz, provides a more modest gaming experience, sacrificing some visual performance for a more lightweight and versatile design.
Engineering and Design
8.2/10
7.3/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
7.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Stealth GS66 is very good for engineering and design, while the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo is good.
The MSI Stealth GS66 is equipped with a high-end GPU and a more powerful CPU, which provide better performance for demanding engineering and design tasks, in addition to a quality screen; though it is less portable and has average battery life. In contrast, the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo offers more portability with a significantly longer battery life and a high-quality touch-enabled screen, but its integrated graphics and lesser CPU power make it less suitable for the most intensive engineering tasks.
Screen Quality
8.1/10
7.3/10
15.6in
SIZE
13.4in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
360Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
280.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
517.0 nits
The MSI Stealth GS66 has a better screen than the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and content creation.
For general use, both the MSI Stealth GS66 and the Summit E13 Flip Evo offer good screen quality with panels that have pleasing resolution and brightness, ensuring comfortable viewing in various lighting conditions and clear visuals. In engineering and design, these laptops provide good screen quality as they cover a broad spectrum of colors, crucial for precise color work and accurate representation in design projects. However, for gaming and 3D applications where fast-moving visuals are common, the lower refresh rates on these screens may lead to less smooth transitions and could hinder the gaming experience.
Battery
5.5 Hours
11.0 Hours
The MSI Stealth GS66 has 5.5 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
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo has very good portability, while the MSI Stealth GS66 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.0/10
7.4/10
The MSI Stealth GS66 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
$1,799
$699
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The MSI Stealth GS66 has a price of $1,799 and the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo costs $699.
The MSI Stealth GS66 and MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo are both good for general use.
The MSI Stealth GS66 stands out for general use with its more powerful CPU and graphics card, offering great performance for demanding tasks, but it has shorter battery life and is less portable than the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo, which also has a higher-resolution touchscreen and longer battery life, making it more flexible and suitable for on-the-go users who value 2-in-1 functionality and longer usage away from a power source.
Content Creation
7.7/10
7.5/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Stealth GS66 and MSI Summit E13 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
7.5/10
7.4/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Stealth GS66 and MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo 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 Stealth GS66 and the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo compare to other laptops
"The MSI Stealth GS66 is powerful enough for QHD. The Core i7-12700H and the GeForce RTX 3070 Ti found in the 12UGS model that we tested run all modern games smoothly in the native QHD resolution. The 15-inch display is very fast with its 240 Hz refresh rate, and it also offers a great color space (almost 100% DCI-P3) on top of that, which should please gamers as well as content creators, although we would have still wished for a higher brightness. Case, input devices, and connectivity (Thunderbolt 4) are at a good level. However, among other things, the GS66 loses points due to the high temperature development in 3D mode and its poor webcam."
"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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