MSI Summit E16 Flip Evo (A12MT) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of MSI Summit E16 Flip Evo (A12MT) and Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW). 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

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

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI Summit E16 Flip Evo (A12MT) and Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW)
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
86 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
86 % - Design
84 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI Summit E16 Flip Evo (A12MT) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI Summit E16 Flip Evo (A12MT) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.8 cm x 25.855 cm x 1.685 cm 30.5 cm x 21.415 cm x 1.59 cm
Weight 1.9 kg 1.19 kg
Case Material - Carbon fibre hybrid (top), carbon fibre hybrid (bottom)
Colour - Thunder black
DISPLAY MSI Summit E16 Flip Evo (A12MT) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW)
Screen Size (Type) 16" 13.3" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (Full HD Plus) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 165 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness - 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% sRGB
Features - Anti-glare, anti-smudge, capacitive touch screen, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR MSI Summit E16 Flip Evo (A12MT) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW)
CPU Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1260P / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores 12-core 10-core
Cache L3 - 18 MB 12 MB
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
Features Intel Smart Cache Integrated memory controller
MEMORY MSI Summit E16 Flip Evo (A12MT) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed - 4266 MHz
Rated Speed - 4266 MHz
STORAGE MSI Summit E16 Flip Evo (A12MT) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI Summit E16 Flip Evo (A12MT) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW)
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 Windows Hello Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio, Dolby Voice
Audio Features AI noise cancelling -
COMMUNICATIONS MSI Summit E16 Flip Evo (A12MT) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW)
Wireless Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675 Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation - 4G upgradable
BATTERY MSI Summit E16 Flip Evo (A12MT) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 82 Wh 52.8 Wh
AC ADAPTER MSI Summit E16 Flip Evo (A12MT) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt
INPUT MSI Summit E16 Flip Evo (A12MT) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features White LED backlight Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, 4096 pressure levels, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI Summit E16 Flip Evo (A12MT) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x Thunderbolt 4 (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
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
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE MSI Summit E16 Flip Evo (A12MT) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence - English
Software Included MSI Center Pro Glance by Mirametrix, Intel Connectivity Performance Suite
MISCELLANEOUS MSI Summit E16 Flip Evo (A12MT) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter, Lenovo Integrated Pen
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features MIL-STD-810G tested, Dynamic Cooler Boost technology 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
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 Limited warranty - 2 years Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site
Base warranty - battery - 1 year
Model Number 068UK -
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