The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo is a more portable and less expensive option with good performance for general use, like web browsing, office work, and streaming. Its smaller screen size and lower resolution make it more suitable for on-the-go tasks but less ideal for intricate work that benefits from a larger display. In contrast, the MSI Summit E16 Flip is better suited for intensive tasks, such as 3D design, machine learning, and light gaming, due to its dedicated graphics card and larger, higher resolution screen. However, it is heavier, less portable, and more costly. Both models have similar battery lives and build quality, but the E16’s larger screen and high refresh rate make it preferable for tasks requiring precision and fast motion handling, while the E13 is a balanced choice for everyday tasks and easier to carry around. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo
Very good portability
Very good battery life
Very good speakers
Advantages of the MSI Summit E16 Flip
Very good overall display quality
Key differences
Screen Quality
7.3/10
8.0/10
13.4in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
517.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
294.0 nits
The MSI Summit E16 Flip has a better screen than the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo offers an appealing balance of resolution, brightness, and panel type, making it a sound choice for everyday tasks where clarity and visibility are key. For engineering and design professionals, its color gamut coverage assures accurate color representation, but it falls short for gaming and 3D applications due to a lower refresh rate, which is vital for smooth motion. The MSI Summit E16 Flip enhances general use and professional design experiences with a similar focus on display quality and color accuracy, yet, like the E13, fails to meet the high refresh rate demands of immersive gaming and fast-paced 3D rendering.
Battery
11.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo has 11 hours of battery life. The MSI Summit E16 Flip has 8 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
Very Good
Good
13.4in
SIZE
16.0in
2.9 lbs
WEIGHT
4.1 lbs
0.5in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo has very good portability, while the MSI Summit E16 Flip has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,130
$1,600
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo has a price of $1,130 and the MSI Summit E16 Flip costs $1,600.
The MSI Summit E16 Flip and MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo are both good for general use.
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo is well-suited for general use with its high-resolution touchscreen and efficient processor, making it lightweight and portable with good battery life, while still offering ample RAM and a solid-state drive for smooth multitasking and storage. The MSI Summit E16 Flip also caters to general use, providing a larger and higher resolution screen with a dedicated graphics card for more demanding visual tasks, but at the cost of added weight and slightly decreased battery life compared to the E13.
Gaming and AI
6.3/10
6.8/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.6/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The MSI Summit E16 Flip and MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The MSI Summit E16 Flip outperforms the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo in gaming and 3D tasks primarily because it features a dedicated Nvidia RTX 3050 Ti GPU which is significantly more powerful than the integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics in the E13 Flip Evo, which is less capable of handling graphics-intensive tasks. Additionally, the E16 Flip has a higher screen refresh rate which makes for smoother visuals important in gaming, whereas the E13's lower refresh rate is less optimal for fast-paced games.
Engineering and Design
7.3/10
7.7/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Summit E16 Flip and MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo are both good for engineering and design.
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo is equipped with integrated graphics and a high-quality screen, making it better suited for design tasks that are less GPU-intensive and boasts greater portability, whereas the MSI Summit E16 Flip includes a more powerful dedicated GPU and a larger, higher resolution screen which is preferable for more demanding engineering applications but comes with increased weight and size.
Content Creation
7.5/10
7.9/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Summit E16 Flip 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
7.4/10
7.6/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Summit E16 Flip 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.
Build Quality
7.4/10
7.4/10
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo and MSI Summit E16 Flip both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo and the MSI Summit E16 Flip compare to other laptops
"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."
"The MSI Summit E16 Flip is a 2-in-1 laptop with pen, 16:10 display, and RTX 3050 Ti. The Summit E16 Flip is a 2-in-1 laptop from the business segment that primarily targets creative users. MSI combines a 16-inch touchscreen in the 16:10 format with a powerful midrange GPU. While the 2-in-1 laptop from MSI isn't meant for everybody, it should definitely attract some followers. The touchscreen display (2,560 x 1,600 pixels) covers the DCI-P3 color space. This is accompanied by stable viewing angles, a good color reproduction, short response times, and a good contrast level."
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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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