Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1vsMSI Summit E13 Flip

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Lenovo
Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1
ThinkPad E16 Gen 1

Quick Stats

The Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 offers significant performance upgrades with AMD Ryzen and M2 PCIe SSD features.
The Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 boasts a solid build quality with minimal flexing despite weighing only 4.34 pounds.
The Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1's display offers improved color accuracy and overall visual quality significantly.
The Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 boasts a powerful AMD Ryzen processor with impressive specs.
MSI
MSI Summit E13 Flip
Summit E13 Flip

Quick Stats

The MSI Summit E13 Flip's strong performance is driven by its 12-core i7-1360P processor, delivering solid scores overall.
The MSI Summit E13 Flip has an impressive build quality that feels premium and sturdy overall.
The MSI Summit E13 Flip's vibrant Full HD touchscreen display is its standout feature overall.
The MSI Summit E13 Flip boasts a powerful 12-core i7-1360P CPU and up to 12 hours battery life.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1
Winner
#185
MSI Summit E13 Flip
#190
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1
#214
Winner
MSI Summit E13 Flip
#373
Display
Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1
#130
Winner
MSI Summit E13 Flip
#290
Performance
Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1
#356
Winner
MSI Summit E13 Flip
#543
Build
Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1
#740
MSI Summit E13 Flip
#337
Winner
Features
Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1
#562
MSI Summit E13 Flip
#130
Winner

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Lenovo Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1
MSI MSI Summit E13 Flip
up to 40GB
up to 32GB
up to 4000GB SSD
up to 2000GB SSD
AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 7730U
Intel Core i7-1280P
AMD Radeon RX Vega 8 (R4000/5000, 15W)
Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (96EU)
1x 2280 M.2 NVMe PCIe 3.0 x4 + 1x 2242 M.2 NVMe PCIe 3.0 x4 See photo
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1

Strengths

The processor with built-in Graphics is under a heat sink and the fan blows through, keeping it cool.
The new display panel looks a lot better than the previous one, with improved quality.
The performance is better than before, as seen in the benchmark results.
The backlit keyboard is high-quality and still really good.
The aluminum top and bottom case are durable and well-made.
The graphite black 65 watt USBC power adapter is efficient and compact.
The Windows 11 Pro 64-bit operating system is up-to-date and reliable.
The weight of the laptop, at 4.34 pounds, is reasonable for its size.

Weaknesses

The bump out for the webcam looks funky and may get caught on things.
The webcam's shutter may be prone to tearing or damage.
The chassis has some plastic clips and mounts that can be frustrating to deal with.
The RAM is under a cover, which makes it harder to upgrade or access.
The M2 drive is short and won't fit longer drives, limiting customization options.
The lack of ddr5 RAM in this model may make it less competitive in terms of performance.
The thermal pad for the M2 drive can be a bit tricky to deal with.
The webcam's position on the top of the laptop may cause issues with durability and aesthetics.

MSI Summit E13 Flip

Strengths

A lot of improvements over its predecessor
Better single multi-core performance thanks to this 13th gen P series processor
Better battery life over 12 hours on the PC Mark 10 modern office battery test
Nice full HD webcam with a kill switch for security and privacy
Array mics did a good job in terms of noise cancellation, great for Zoom calls work from home needs
Great build quality with military standard 810 G rating
Really nice keyboard with backlighting that's easy to see in dark rooms

Weaknesses

Can get a little bit expensive although Costco has it for $1299
Throttles down under heavy load, not too unexpected in a thin and light chassis
Graphics are only Iris XC, not suitable for playing AAA titles on high settings
Speakers are downward-facing with 4 watts total power, which is not as good as the MacBook Pro
No deal breaker, but worth noting that this device doesn't compete with the best in class sound quality
Not as good build quality compared to the Specter line from HP, although still very close
Does throttle down under heavy load, not ideal for demanding tasks
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Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1

The Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 is the latest addition to the popular business laptop series. This upgraded model boasts a 16-inch display, replacing the previous 15.6-inch variant. Inside, you'll find an AMD Ryzen 7 7730U processor, Radeon graphics, 16GB of DDR4 RAM, and a 512GB M.2 PCIe SSD. The aluminum top and bottom case provide durability, while a 65W USB-C power adapter keeps it powered on the go. With Windows 11 Pro pre-installed, this laptop is ready to take on demanding tasks with ease.

MSI Summit E13 Flip

The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo is an enticing laptop that boasts significant improvements over its predecessor. Powered by the 13th gen P-series processor, this device delivers enhanced single and multi-core performance, making it ideal for demanding tasks. With a battery life exceeding 12 hours on the PC Mark 10 modern office test, this laptop checks many boxes for users seeking a reliable and efficient work machine.

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