Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2vsMSI Summit E16 Flip

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Lenovo
Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2
ThinkPad P17 Gen 2

Quick Stats

The Intel Xeon W11-855M processor delivers impressive performance in professional applications with certified smooth execution guaranteed.
The Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2 boasts a rock-solid build quality that screams durability and justifies its premium price.
The Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2 boasts an impressive 4K UHD display with exceptional brightness and color accuracy.
The Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2 boasts powerful professional-grade features including ISV certifications and a 94Wh battery.
MSI
MSI Summit E16 Flip
Summit E16 Flip

Quick Stats

The MSI Summit E16 Flip's performance is somewhat confusing with the GPU-CPU pairing, requiring balance mode for optimal use.
The MSI Summit E16 Flip boasts solid build quality with a spacious interior, impressive overall construction.
The MSI Summit E16 Flip's stunning QHD+ display boasts impressive brightness, color accuracy, and versatility features overall.
The MSI Summit E16 Flip boasts a robust feature set with high-end Nvidia graphics and Intel Core i7 CPU.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2
Winner
#328
MSI Summit E16 Flip
#333
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2
#111
Winner
MSI Summit E16 Flip
#387
Display
Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2
#529
MSI Summit E16 Flip
#464
Winner
Performance
Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2
#254
Winner
MSI Summit E16 Flip
#452
Build
Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2
#763
Winner
MSI Summit E16 Flip
#814
Features
Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2
#577
MSI Summit E16 Flip
#139
Winner

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Lenovo Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2
MSI MSI Summit E16 Flip
up to 128GB
up to 32GB
up to 24000GB SSD
up to 2000GB SSD
Intel Core i7-11850H
Intel Core i7-1195G7
NVIDIA T1200
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 (Laptop, 40W)

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2

Strengths

A very interesting and powerful workstation
Bright sharp 4k display
Excellent keyboard with tactile feedback and good key travel
Good battery life with its 94 watt hour battery, up to 9 hours of continuous web surfing test over Wi-Fi at 115
Excellent touchpad with two-finger scrolling
Trackpoint responsive as well
Optional 5G and great array of ports

Weaknesses

Big and bulky, weighing nearly eight pounds
720p webcam is lacking
Not perfect for everyday users, but rather specialized towards professional applications
Price tag may be a concern, starting at around $1800
Stereo speakers are lacking in basic sound quality
Display's brightness can make it hot to the touch
Mobile workstation may not be as portable as expected

MSI Summit E16 Flip

Strengths

The display is certainly the high point, quite bright at 446 nits and with a 16 by 10 aspect ratio which is very popular.
It has a full P3 and a full sRGB 90% of Adobe RGB color gamut, making it ideal for content creation and graphic design.
The MSI pen that comes with the laptop is adequate for note-taking and casual use.
The port selection is geared towards content creators, with a micro SD card slot, two Thunderbolt 4 ports, and USB-A ports.
The battery life is decent, especially when using integrated graphics, and can last up to 6 hours on light tasks.
The laptop has a well-designed trackpad, although it may be slightly slippery.

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

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Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2

The Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2 is a powerful mobile workstation designed for professionals who require top-notch performance in specialized applications. With an Intel Xeon W-11 855M mobile processor and a bright, sharp 4K UHD display, this device delivers exceptional visuals and processing power. The sturdy build quality and excellent keyboard make it a joy to work with, while the 94Wh battery provides all-day runtime. Starting at around $5,000, this workstation is not for everyone, but those who need its capabilities will appreciate its rock-solid performance.

MSI Summit E16 Flip

The MSI Summit E16 Flip offers a unique blend of creativity and productivity with its 16-inch convertible design, NVIDIA RTX graphics, and Intel Core i7 CPU. While not as powerful as gaming laptops or mobile workstations, it's well-suited for those who need dedicated graphics in a large, touchscreen device. This review will delve into the laptop's performance, display quality, and overall value, exploring whether its compromises make it a viable option for content creators and professionals.

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