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Updated January 12, 2024·
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo is a versatile convertible laptop with a higher performance potential, suitable for intensive tasks like 3D design, machine learning, or gaming, thanks to its powerful processor and ample memory. However, it is less portable due to its weight and size, and you pay more for its advanced features. In contrast, the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is a budget-friendly option with basic performance suitable for everyday tasks like web browsing, office applications, and media consumption. It's more lightweight and portable but may struggle with demanding applications. The choice depends on your needs for performance and portability versus your budget preferences. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI Summit E13 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 battery life
- Very good speakers
- Good keyboard
Advantages of the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14"
- The Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" has no clear advantages over the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo.
Key differences
General Use
7.6
5.7
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
517.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
11.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
4.6/10
8.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.1/10
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo is good for general use, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo offers superior CPU and memory, ensuring smooth multitasking and faster processing for general tasks, along with a high-quality, brighter screen that enhances viewing experience, whereas the Packard Bell Cloudbook is limited by a weaker CPU, less RAM, and a dimmer display which might result in slower performance and less satisfying visual quality. Additionally, the Summit's better battery life and convertible feature increase mobility and versatility for varied use, in contrast to the Cloudbook, which offers longer portability due to its lighter weight but falls short in battery longevity and overall performance.
Gaming and AI
6.3
5.5
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo offers better performance for gaming and 3D applications thanks to its Intel Iris Xe integrated GPU, which is more powerful than the Intel UHD Graphics 600 GPU found in the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14". Additionally, although both laptops have a screen refresh rate of 60Hz, the MSI’s larger RAM and higher-end CPU provide a smoother gaming experience than the Packard Bell, which has less RAM and a lower-tier CPU.
Engineering and Design
7.3
5.5
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo is good for engineering and design, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo outperforms the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" in engineering and design tasks due to its substantially higher RAM and more powerful Intel i7 processor with integrated Iris Xe graphics, which are crucial for demanding applications.
Content Creation
7.5
5.9
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo is good for content creation, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
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
5.9
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
4.6/10
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo is good for software development, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
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
7.3
5.8
13.4in
SIZE
14.1in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
517.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo has a better screen than the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo offers a brighter screen with higher resolution, which makes text, images, and videos sharper and more vibrant for general use, and the screen's wider color gamut supports more accurate color reproduction essential for engineering and design tasks. On the other hand, despite its adequate qualities for general activities and creative work, the laptop doesn't cater to gamers or those into 3D due to a lower refresh rate that can't deliver the smooth motion required for fast-paced visuals. Conversely, the Packard Bell Cloudbook falls short across the board with a lower resolution and dimmer display resulting in less clarity and vibrancy for any task, alongside insufficient color accuracy for professional work, and a low refresh rate that makes it unsuitable for gaming or 3D applications.
Battery
11.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo has 11 hours of battery life. The Packard Bell Cloudbook 14 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
Very Good
Very Good
13.4in
SIZE
14.1in
2.9 lbs
WEIGHT
2.7 lbs
0.5in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo and Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" both have very good portability, though the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4
5.1
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo has good build quality, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,130
$280
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo has a price of $1,130 and the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" costs $280.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo | Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,130 | $280 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2023 | January 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 11.8'' x 8.8'' x 0.59'' | 14.8'' x 9.6'' x 0.78'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.98 lbs | 2.7 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 11.82" | 14.76" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.75" | 9.56" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1260P | Intel Celeron N4020 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 4 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 128 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 11 Hours | 7 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 70 Wh | 38 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 13.4" | 14.1" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 517 nits | 200 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.9/10 | 8.1/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6/10 | 8.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 4.6/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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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."
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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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