The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo is generally less expensive than the Razer Book 13 and it might provide a better value if you're on a tighter budget. Despite being less costly, the MSI laptop offers similar storage, RAM, and processor to the Razer Book 13. However, the Razer Book's battery lasts longer, which might be important if you're often on the go. If you prefer a lighter device, the Razer is slightly heavier than the MSI. For those who prioritize a durable build and efficient heat management, the Razer Book scores higher. The MSI laptop, on the other hand, has the advantage of being a newer model. Both laptops are not ideal for intensive gaming but can handle general use, 3D applications, machine learning, and engineering tasks well. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo
Very good speakers
Advantages of the Razer Book 13
Very good overall build quality
Excellent portability
Excellent battery life
Very good keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
7.3/10
7.3/10
13.4in
SIZE
13.4in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
517.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
507.0 nits
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo and the Razer Book 13 have similar screen quality.
If you're primarily browsing, watching videos, or working with documents, both the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo and the Razer Book 13 will serve you well due to their high-resolution displays and bright panels; for engineering and design tasks where color accuracy is key, these laptops meet the demands with their wide color gamuts. However, gaming and 3D applications benefit from fast refresh rates to reduce motion blur and provide smoother visuals, which these laptops lack, focusing instead on color precision and display clarity at a static refresh rate. Keep in mind, any creative work involving motion would be less optimal on these screens, as they prioritize different aspects of display technology.
Battery
11.0 Hours
14.0 Hours
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo has 11 hours of battery life. The Razer Book 13 has 14 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.
Build Quality
7.4/10
8.5/10
The Razer Book 13 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
$1,130
$1,389
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo has a price of $1,130 and the Razer Book 13 costs $1,389.
The Razer Book 13 and MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo are both good for general use.
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo and Razer Book 13 both offer solid general use capabilities: they have the same amount of RAM for multitasking and equivalent high-resolution touchscreens, which make them versatile for a variety of tasks, and their processors provide enough power for everyday applications. While the Summit E13 Flip Evo has a slightly better battery capacity which is ideal for longer usage away from power sources, the Razer Book 13 counters with exceptional portability and slightly better speaker quality, making it a top pick for those who travel frequently and enjoy media consumption on the go.
Gaming and AI
6.3/10
6.2/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo and Razer Book 13 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo and the Razer Book 13 both have integrated graphics with the Intel Iris Xe GPU and standard screen refresh rates of 60Hz, which provide an adequate but not optimal gaming and 3D performance. However, their CPUs and high-quality IPS screens contribute to a better experience than basic laptops, but they won't match the capabilities of specialized gaming or engineering laptops with discrete GPUs and higher refresh rates.
Engineering and Design
7.3/10
7.1/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo and Razer Book 13 are both good for engineering and design.
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo and the Razer Book 13 both have strong CPUs, plenty of RAM, integrated graphics suitable for design, and high-quality screens, making them well-suited for engineering and design tasks. The MSI offers better portability due to its convertible design and lighter weight, while the Razer stands out with a slightly higher quality keyboard and longer battery life, important for productivity and comfort during extended work sessions.
Content Creation
7.5/10
7.6/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Razer Book 13 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
7.5/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Razer Book 13 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.
Portability
Very Good
Excellent
13.4in
SIZE
13.4in
2.9 lbs
WEIGHT
3.0 lbs
0.5in
THICKNESS
0.6in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Razer Book 13 to have excellent portability, while the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo and the Razer Book 13 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 Razer Book is like an XPS 13, but faster. The Book 13 combines the design philosophy and performance of a Blade Stealth with the 16:10 display of a Dell XPS 13 for an impressive piece of hardware. Office users who want something more stylish than the typical Dell, HP or Lenovo will certainly find themselves drawn to this Razer subnotebook. If your priorities are to have the best-looking and fastest 13-inch laptop in the office over auxiliary features, however, then the Book 13 proudly fulfills that niche."
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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.
About Razer
Razer is an American-Singaporean technology company. Razer is best known for their Blade series laptops, well known for their strong performance and sleek design. Although Razer charges a premium price tag for their laptops, buyers can expect a stealthy laptop with clean fit and finish and strong performance. All of their models offer great portability and build quality compared to other gaming laptops.
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