MSI Summit E16 Flip Evo (A12MT) vs. Acer Spin 5 (SP514)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of MSI Summit E16 Flip Evo (A12MT) and Acer Spin 5 (SP514). 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.

MSI Summit E16 Flip Evo (A12MT) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Summit E16 Flip Evo (A12MT) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high-resolution touchscreen

360-degree hinge versatility

strong build quality

powerful processor performance

good graphics capabilities

heavier than competitors

expensive price point

average battery life

limited port selection

Acer Spin 5 (SP514) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Spin 5 (SP514) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile 360-degree hinge

sharp 2K display

responsive touchscreen

lightweight design

decent battery life

limited storage capacity

average graphics performance

no HDMI port

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI Summit E16 Flip Evo (A12MT) and Acer Spin 5 (SP514)
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
86 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
82 % - Design
86 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI Summit E16 Flip Evo (A12MT) vs. Acer Spin 5 (SP514) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI Summit E16 Flip Evo (A12MT) Acer Spin 5 (SP514)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.8 cm x 25.855 cm x 1.685 cm 31.12 cm x 21.82 cm x 1.69 cm
Weight 1.9 kg 1.3 kg
Case Material - Magnesium-aluminum alloy
Colour - Concrete grey
DISPLAY MSI Summit E16 Flip Evo (A12MT) Acer Spin 5 (SP514)
Screen Size (Type) 16" 14" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes Yes (multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (Full HD Plus) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 165 Hz 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness - 420 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% sRGB
Features - Glare, CineCrystal, Corning Gorilla glass 3, Acer BluelightShield technology, 30 ms response rate
PROCESSOR MSI Summit E16 Flip Evo (A12MT) Acer Spin 5 (SP514)
CPU Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1260P / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1260P / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores 12-core 12-core
Cache L3 - 18 MB 18 MB
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
Features Intel Smart Cache Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost)
MEMORY MSI Summit E16 Flip Evo (A12MT) Acer Spin 5 (SP514)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
STORAGE MSI Summit E16 Flip Evo (A12MT) Acer Spin 5 (SP514)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 1.024 TB SSD M.2 2280 - Micron
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI Summit E16 Flip Evo (A12MT) Acer Spin 5 (SP514)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
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 - Full HD
Camera Features Windows Hello -
Video Resolutions - 1920 x 1080
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Audio Features AI noise cancelling -
COMMUNICATIONS MSI Summit E16 Flip Evo (A12MT) Acer Spin 5 (SP514)
Wireless Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675 Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675i - M.2 2230 (CNVi)
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY MSI Summit E16 Flip Evo (A12MT) Acer Spin 5 (SP514)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 82 Wh 56 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 15 hours
AC ADAPTER MSI Summit E16 Flip Evo (A12MT) Acer Spin 5 (SP514)
Output - 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT MSI Summit E16 Flip Evo (A12MT) Acer Spin 5 (SP514)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, digital pen
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features White LED backlight Multi-gesture touch pad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI Summit E16 Flip Evo (A12MT) Acer Spin 5 (SP514)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x Thunderbolt 4 (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (with power off charging)
USB 3.2 Gen 2
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE MSI Summit E16 Flip Evo (A12MT) Acer Spin 5 (SP514)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Home
Software Included MSI Center Pro -
MISCELLANEOUS MSI Summit E16 Flip Evo (A12MT) Acer Spin 5 (SP514)
Included Accessories Power adapter Active stylus, USB-C power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type - Noble Wedge security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features MIL-STD-810G tested, Dynamic Cooler Boost technology Project Athena certified
Compliant Standards - HDCP
SAR Value - 1.14 W/kg (body), 1.14 W/kg (head), 1.14 W/kg (limb)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number 068UK 51N
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