MSI Sword 15vsMSI Summit E15

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MSI
MSI Sword 15
Sword 15

Quick Stats

The MSI Sword 15 delivers smooth gameplay due to its powerful 11th Gen i7 and RTX 3060 performance capabilities.
The MSI Sword 15's build quality is underwhelming and feels cheap due to its predominantly plastic construction.
The MSI Sword 15's display is serviceable for everyday use and gaming, but lacks color accuracy.
The MSI Sword 15 features a powerful combination of processor, graphics, and display capabilities.
MSI
MSI Summit E15
Summit E15

Quick Stats

The MSI Summit E15's performance is commendable, delivering great power and handling tasks smoothly overall always.
The MSI Summit E15's strongest aspect is its premium build quality, ensuring durability and sturdiness always.
The MSI Summit E15 features an exceptional 4K display with excellent color calibration and vibrant visuals overall.
The MSI Summit E15 features a lightweight aluminum chassis, advanced display, and convenient USB ports options available.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
MSI Sword 15
#709
MSI Summit E15
Winner
#708
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
MSI Sword 15
#380
Winner
MSI Summit E15
#717
Display
MSI Sword 15
#767
MSI Summit E15
#763
Winner
Performance
MSI Sword 15
#449
MSI Summit E15
#364
Winner
Build
MSI Sword 15
#800
MSI Summit E15
#795
Winner
Features
MSI Sword 15
#808
MSI Summit E15
#806
Winner

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
MSI MSI Sword 15
MSI MSI Summit E15
up to 64GB
up to 64GB
up to 8000GB SSD + up to 2000GB HDD
up to 16000GB SSD
Intel Core i7-11800H
Intel Core i7-1185G7
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti (Laptop, 60W)
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Ti Max-Q
1x 2280 M.2 NVMe slot See photo
1x M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 + 1x M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 See photo

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

MSI Sword 15

Strengths

The machine has an 11th gen i7 and an rtx 3060, making it a powerful laptop for gaming and other demanding tasks.
The keyboard is very familiar to the reviewer, who has owned previous MSI laptops, although they find the keys slightly condensed.
The trackpad is perfectly fine for web browsing, despite having some flex when pressing the keys.
The 144Hz IPS display provides a good viewing experience, with adequate brightness even in daytime use.
The laptop's internal components are well-cooled, with two downwards-facing speakers and a 52 watt hour battery providing a good balance of performance and power management.

Weaknesses

The build quality is fairly cheap, with most of the material being used as plastic and plenty of flex in the chassis.
The IO ports are limited, with no ports on the back and only a headphone jack, microphone combo, usb 3.2 gen 1 type a and type c port, hdmi out, and gigabit ethernet available.
The battery life is extremely disappointing, with inconsistent results ranging from one to three hours even while doing the same task.
The webcam is relatively naturally lit, but appears fairly fuzzy and may not be suitable for serious video conferencing or content creation.
The laptop gets fairly loud while gaming, which may be a problem for users who prefer quiet computing.

MSI Summit E15

Strengths

MSI has nailed it with the build quality of the E15, featuring an aluminium chassis with a carbon finish that contributes to a lightweight build.
The laptop comes with a 15.6 inches 4K screen, which is something to be amazed by, and the performance department of this machine is not all that bad either.
The tiger lake CPU paired with GTX 1650ti GPU results in great power and the battery life is relatively better on the full HD variants of this laptop.
The fans do a surprisingly good job at handling the thermals and I am quite satisfied with its performance, even when running intensive tasks like video editing or gaming.

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

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MSI Sword 15

The MSI Sword 15 is an intriguing laptop that boasts impressive specs, including an 11th gen i7 processor and an RTX 3060 graphics card. With its 16GB of RAM and 500GB NVMe drive, it's clear that this machine is geared towards gaming and demanding tasks. However, its all-plastic construction raises concerns about build quality and durability. Battery life also appears to be a major issue, with inconsistent results ranging from one to three hours even under light usage.

MSI Summit E15

The MSI Summit E15 is a premium business laptop that attempts to shake up the market with its wide range of features. Equipped with an Intel Tiger Lake i7 CPU, GTX 1650 Ti Max Q graphics, and a 4K non-touch display, this device promises impressive performance. The aluminum chassis and carbon finish contribute to a lightweight build, while the 15.6-inch screen boasts excellent color calibration and vibrant colors. But can it deliver on its promise?

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