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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize performance for tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, or gaming, the MSI Summit E16 Flip could be a better choice due to its dedicated graphics card. However, it is less portable than the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s, which is lighter and likely easier to carry around but won't perform as well in graphics-intensive tasks. Both laptops have similar processors and memory, but the MSI Summit has a larger screen and higher refresh rate, which could be better for multitasking and smoother visuals. The ThinkBook, while less capable in high-end tasks, might be a more economical option and is still suitable for general use and business applications. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI Summit E16 Flip
- Very good overall display quality
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s
- Excellent portability
- Very good speakers
Key differences
Screen Quality
8.0
7.2
16.0in
SIZE
13.3in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
294.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
336.0 nits
The MSI Summit E16 Flip has a better screen than the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
For general use, the MSI Summit E16 Flip boasts a high-resolution display with excellent brightness and an advanced panel type that enhances viewing angles and color consistency, outperforming the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s, even though the latter also provides an adequate display for everyday tasks. In the realm of engineering and design, the Summit E16 Flip’s wider color gamuts, including DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB, ensure more accurate color reproduction, which is essential for professional design work, a feature where the ThinkBook 13s falls short. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the Summit's lower refresh rate results in less fluid motion rendering compared to dedicated gaming laptops, which may also be a limitation for the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s, as both prioritize screen quality attributes different from those required for the best gaming or 3D experiences.
Portability
Good
Excellent
16.0in
SIZE
13.3in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s has excellent portability, while the MSI Summit E16 Flip has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,413
$1,000
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The MSI Summit E16 Flip has a price of $1,413 and the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s costs $1,000.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.9
7.8
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
294.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
336.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.0/10
The MSI Summit E16 Flip and Lenovo ThinkBook 13s are both good for general use.
The MSI Summit E16 Flip offers a flexible 2-in-1 design suitable for various use cases, a powerful CPU paired with a dedicated graphics card, ample storage, and a high-quality 16-inch touch display, but it is heavier, affecting portability and has shorter battery life.
Gaming and AI
6.8
6.4
4.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.3/10
The MSI Summit E16 Flip and Lenovo ThinkBook 13s are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The MSI Summit E16 Flip is equipped with a more powerful Nvidia RTX 3050 Ti graphics card and a higher screen refresh rate of 165 Hz, which are very important for gaming and 3D rendering, whereas the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s has a less powerful integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics and a standard refresh rate of 60 Hz. Although both laptops have quality IPS screens and comparable CPUs, the superior GPU and refresh rate of the MSI Summit E16 Flip make it better suited for intensive graphics tasks.
Engineering and Design
7.7
7.5
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
4.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Summit E16 Flip and Lenovo ThinkBook 13s are both good for engineering and design.
The MSI Summit E16 Flip is favored for engineering and design due to its Nvidia RTX 3050 Ti GPU and larger screen, which is beneficial for graphics-intensive tasks and detail-oriented work, although it is heavier and less portable than the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s, which also has solid performance with Intel Iris Xe graphics and is more portable due to its lighter weight and smaller size. While both have high-quality IPS displays with similar resolution, the MSI offers a discrete GPU which is a notable advantage for more demanding engineering applications, and the Lenovo is more convenient to carry with a higher portability score.
Content Creation
7.9
7.8
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Summit E16 Flip and Lenovo ThinkBook 13s 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
7.6
7.7
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s and MSI Summit E16 Flip 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.
Battery
8.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The MSI Summit E16 Flip has 8 hours of battery life. The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s 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.
Build Quality
7.4
7.6
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s 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 E16 Flip and the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| MSI Summit E16 Flip | Lenovo ThinkBook 13s |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,413 | $1,000 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2023 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 10.2'' x 0.66'' | 11.7'' x 8.3'' x 0.59'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.19 lbs | 2.9 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.09" | 11.7" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.18" | 8.3" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1260P | Intel i7-1260P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 82 Wh | 56 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 13.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 294 nits | 336 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.7/10 | 9.1/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7/10 | 8.4/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 0 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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Sascha Mölck | October 2022
"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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Monica Chin | July 2021
"The best thing about the ThinkBook 13S is that it’s a good deal. Business buyers looking for ThinkPad-level performance and software without ThinkPad pricing will probably find the ThinkBook a solid option. While nothing about it is really spectacular, it’s certainly unusual to see the ThinkBook’s screen resolution at a sub-$1,000 price, and its performance will be more than adequate for most office tasks. The generous port selection, 16:10 aspect ratio, physical webcam shutter, and clear audio are certainly icing on the cake."
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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 Lenovo
Lenovo is a Chinese technology company, and one of the largest personal computer vendor. They are well known for a variety of technology products, including laptops. Their consumer series include their entry level IdeaPad and LOQ series and mid-to-high-end Yoga and Legion series. On the business-oriented side, their series include their entry-level ThinkBook series and mid-to-high-end ThinkPad series. Lenovo laptops offer strong performance for reasonable prices, and are often on sale.
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