Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW) vs. MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo (A13MT)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW) and MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo (A13MT). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

flexible 2-in-1 design

responsive touch screen

excellent keyboard feel

good security features

average battery life

limited graphics performance

heavier than competitors

higher price point

MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo (A13MT) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo (A13MT) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high-resolution touchscreen

lightweight and portable

powerful intel processor

robust build quality

fast ssd storage

average battery life

limited port selection

higher price point

no dedicated GPU

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW) and MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo (A13MT)
86 % - Design
84 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
82 % - Design
84 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
80 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW) vs. MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo (A13MT) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW) MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo (A13MT)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.5 cm x 21.415 cm x 1.59 cm 31.4 cm x 22.75 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 1.19 kg 1.49 kg
Case Material Carbon fibre hybrid (top), carbon fibre hybrid (bottom) -
Colour Thunder black Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW) MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo (A13MT)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 14"
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 2880 x 1800 (QHD+)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% DCI-P3
Features Anti-glare, anti-smudge, capacitive touch screen, 170° viewing angle IPS-level
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW) MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo (A13MT)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 1360P / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core 12-core
Cache 12 MB 18 MB
Platform Technology Intel Evo Intel Evo
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW) MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo (A13MT)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 4266 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 4266 MHz 4800 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW) MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo (A13MT)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW) MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo (A13MT)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) -
Video System Features Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory) Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus IR camera, Windows Hello
Frame Rate - 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3306 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio, Dolby Voice -
Audio Features - Output: Audio by DTS, Hi-Res Audio; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW) MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo (A13MT)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675s
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
WWAN
Generation 4G upgradable -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW) MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo (A13MT)
Technology Lithium polymer 4-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 52.8 Wh 72 Wh
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW) MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo (A13MT)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW) MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo (A13MT)
Type Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (white)
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, 4096 pressure levels, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW) MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo (A13MT)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 2.0 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 2
HDMI 2.1 (4K support)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW) MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo (A13MT)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence - English Windows 11 Home
Software Included Glance by Mirametrix, Intel Connectivity Performance Suite Tobii Aware, MSI Center
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW) MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo (A13MT)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter, Lenovo Integrated Pen Power adapter
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Administrator password, system password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, NVMe password, USB FIDO (Fast Identity Online) device integration, Firmware Resiliency 3.0, certificate based BIOS authentication MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% -
Manufacturer Warranty Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site
Base warranty - battery - 1 year
Limited warranty - 1 year
Model Number - 239UK
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