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Updated January 10, 2024·
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo is usually less expensive and offers longer battery life, with a touchscreen and a lighter, thinner design that enhances portability and is suited for business applications. It also has high color accuracy, making it good for general use and professional tasks that rely on color precision. On the other hand, the Razer Blade 14 is more expensive but provides better performance for intensive tasks such as 3D rendering, machine learning, and gaming, thanks to its more powerful AMD processor and Nvidia graphics card. It has a higher screen refresh rate which is preferred for fast-paced gaming, but it has a shorter battery life and weighs slightly more, impacting its portability. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo
- The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo has no clear advantages over the Razer Blade 14.
Advantages of the Razer Blade 14
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Excellent keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.5
7.9
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.0/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
6.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Razer Blade 14 is good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo is only fair.
The Razer Blade 14 offers superior gaming and 3D capabilities due to its Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti dedicated GPU, which significantly outperforms the integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics in the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo, as well as having a higher screen refresh rate suitable for smooth gaming experiences. While both laptops have quality screens and capable CPUs, the differences in GPU and refresh rate are the primary reasons for Razer Blade 14's better performance for gaming and 3D tasks.
Engineering and Design
7.7
8.4
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Razer Blade 14 is very good for engineering and design, while the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo is good.
The Razer Blade 14's AMD Ryzen processor and Nvidia RTX GPU make it a robust choice for demanding engineering and design applications, surpassing the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo's Intel processor and integrated graphics. While the MSI offers a high-resolution touchscreen for design flexibility, the Razer's superior CPU and GPU configurations provide more power for complex tasks, though at a slight cost to portability and with a non-touchscreen display.
Screen Quality
7.7
8.0
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
468.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
328.0 nits
The Razer Blade 14 has a better screen than the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo for gaming and AI, and software development.
For general use, both the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and Razer Blade 14 offer clear and vibrant displays with enough resolution and brightness to handle everyday tasks like browsing and video streaming comfortably. When it comes to engineering and design, these laptops provide a wide color range, ensuring that professionals who work with visual media can see accurate colors and nuances needed for their work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the lower refresh rates on these screens may lead to less smooth visuals, which can be a drawback for fast-paced games and real-time rendering.
Battery
7.0 Hours
9.5 Hours
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo has 7 hours of battery life. The Razer Blade 14 has 9.5 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.
Build Quality
7.4
8.5
The Razer Blade 14 has very good build quality, while the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,599
$1,965
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo has a price of $1,599 and the Razer Blade 14 costs $1,965.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.8
8.1
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
468.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
328.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.5 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
8.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.2/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Razer Blade 14 to be very good for general use, while the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo is good.
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo offers versatility as a 2-in-1 convertible tablet-laptop alongside a higher screen brightness, while the Razer Blade 14 provides a higher processing power for more intensive tasks and a marginally longer battery life. Both have similar storage and RAM, but the Razer's superior graphical capabilities and gaming laptop appearance may appeal to those seeking a balance between work and play, whereas the MSI may suit users prioritizing a lightweight device with tablet functionality.
Content Creation
7.8
8.1
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Razer Blade 14 to be very good for content creation, while the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo is good.
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
7.7
7.9
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Razer Blade 14 and MSI Summit E14 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
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
3.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.9 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and Razer Blade 14 both have very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo and the Razer Blade 14 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo | Razer Blade 14 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,599 | $1,965 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2022 | February 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.6'' x 8.6'' x 0.63'' | 12.6'' x 8.7'' x 0.66'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.61 lbs | 3.92 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.56" | 12.59" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.62" | 8.66" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1260P | AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7 Hours | 9.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 72 Wh | 62 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2880 x 1800 | 2560 x 1440 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 165Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 468 nits | 328 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.5/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 9/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1080p | |
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 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo
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Allen Ngo | July 2022
"The MSI Summit E14 Flip convertible review: a legit alternative to HP, Dell or Lenovo. Instead of taking the 13-inch Summit E13 Flip and simply enlarging it for a 14-inch form factor, the Summit E14 Flip is the full chassis redesign we've been looking for. It loses some of the golden trims of its smaller sibling, but the gains in rigidity and build quality are arguably worth it especially from a professional standpoint where reliability takes priority. It doesn't quite feel as strong as the HP Spectre just yet, but it's certainly getting close."
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Allen Ngo | May 2022
"After making a huge splash with the original 2021 model, it's expected that the 2022 refresh would be more of a minor update to an already impressive machine. It adds a higher resolution webcam (720p to 1080p), faster CPU (Ryzen 9 5900HX to Ryzen 9 6900HX), faster GPU (RTX 3070/3080 to 3070/3080 Ti), faster RAM (DDR4-3200 to DDR5-4800), faster M.2 SSD support (PCIe3 x4 to PCIe4 x4), newer WLAN module (Killer AX1690i to Qualcomm WCN685x), and a MUX switch for the new integrated Radeon 680M GPU. It's indubitably an upgrade especially in terms of single-thread processor 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.
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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