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Updated January 12, 2024·
Choosing between the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo and the MSI Thin GF63 depends on your priorities. The Summit E13 Flip Evo is a 2-in-1 convertible which means it can function as both a laptop and a tablet, offering versatility if you need a touchscreen for presentations or creative work. It also has a higher screen resolution and aspect ratio which is great for productivity tasks, and it's lighter, thus more portable. On the other hand, the Thin GF63 comes with a dedicated graphics card which is better for gaming or graphic-intensive tasks; it has a larger screen size and a higher refresh rate for smoother visuals but it's heavier and less portable than the Evo. The battery capacity of the GF63 is also smaller, which might translate into shorter battery life compared to the E13 Flip Evo. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo
- Good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- Very good portability
- Very good battery life
- Very good speakers
Advantages of the MSI Thin GF63
- The MSI Thin GF63 has no clear advantages over the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo.
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.3
6.9
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
5.6/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The MSI Thin GF63 and MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the MSI Thin GF63 is somewhat better.
The MSI Thin GF63 offers a superior dedicated Nvidia RTX 4050 graphics card and a higher screen refresh rate of 144 Hz, making it better suited for gaming and 3D tasks compared to the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo, which is equipped with an integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics solution and a lower 60 Hz screen refresh rate. While both laptops have comparable central processing units and screen quality, the dedicated GPU and screen refresh rate of the GF63 provide a more fluid and immersive gaming experience.
Screen Quality
7.3
6.8
13.4in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
517.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
262.0 nits
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo has a better screen than the MSI Thin GF63 for general use, and engineering and design.
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo boasts a higher-resolution screen with superior brightness and wide color gamuts, making it ideal for general use and engineering tasks where detail and color accuracy are crucial. Its panel, however, lacks the high refresh rates needed for smooth visuals in fast-paced 3D applications and gaming. On the other hand, the MSI Thin GF63 offers a decent compromise for general tasks and engineering, but also falls short in gaming and 3D performance due to its average refresh rate and less vibrant color delivery.
Battery
11.0 Hours
4.5 Hours
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo has 11 hours of battery life. The MSI Thin GF63 has 4.5 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
15.6in
2.9 lbs
WEIGHT
4.1 lbs
0.5in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo has very good portability, while the MSI Thin GF63 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4
6.5
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo has good build quality, while the MSI Thin GF63 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,130
$880
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo has a price of $1,130 and the MSI Thin GF63 costs $880.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.6
7.4
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
517.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
262.0 nits
11.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.5 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
8.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.3/10
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo and MSI Thin GF63 are both good for general use.
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo is well-suited for general use due to its high-quality, bright display with touchscreen capabilities, long battery life, and lightweight design enhancing its portability. Meanwhile, the MSI Thin GF63 also caters to general use with a strong main processor and ample RAM, but its focus on gaming means it offers a dedicated GPU and a higher refresh rate display, which slightly compromises battery life and portability compared to the Summit E13.
Engineering and Design
7.3
7.5
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.7/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
5.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Thin GF63 and MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo are both good for engineering and design.
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
7.5
7.4
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.7/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo and MSI Thin GF63 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
7.2
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo and MSI Thin GF63 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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Spec Comparison
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| MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo | MSI Thin GF63 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,130 | $880 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2023 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 11.8'' x 8.8'' x 0.59'' | 14.1'' x 10'' x 0.85'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.98 lbs | 4.1 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 11.82" | 14.13" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.75" | 9.99" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1260P | Intel i7-12650H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 11 Hours | 4.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 70 Wh | 51 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 13.4" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 517 nits | 262 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.9/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6/10 | 8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 1 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo
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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."
MSI Thin GF63
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Charles Jeffries | November 2022
"The MSI GF63 Thin 11SC can be an admirable value for gamers and power users on a minimal budget. For just $599 as reviewed in its base model, its Intel Core i5 H-class processor and Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650 graphics perform much better than low-wattage CPUs and integrated graphics. That said, this is a light-class gaming laptop. Low scores in our demanding gaming benchmarks indicate using lower visual-quality settings will be required for playable performance."
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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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