MSI Summit E16 Flip vs LG Gram 16 2021 Comparison

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MSI Summit E16 Flip vs LG Gram 16 2021 Comparison Overview

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In this review, we will be comparing Summit E16 Flip and Gram 16 2021, two laptops from MSI and LG. MSI Summit E16 Flip was introduced to market in March 2022 and LG Gram 16 2021 was launched in January 2021. There is 14 months difference between Summit E16 Flip and Gram 16 2021 so it would still give an advantage to younger Summit E16 Flip.

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Here is a brief look at the main features of MSI Summit E16 Flip and LG Gram 16 2021 before getting into our more detailed comparison.

MSI Summit E16 Flip Key Specs

Launched in March 2022
16.0" TouchScreen - IPS LCD, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core i5 1240P
GPU: GeForce RTX 3050 Mobile 4GB
16GB Ram
358 x 258.5 x 16.9 mm (14.09 x 10.18 x 0.67 inches)
Weight: 1.9 kg (4.19 lbs)

LG Gram 16 2021 Key Specs

Launched in January 2021
16.0" IPS LCD, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core i3 1115G4
GPU: Intel UHD Graphics Xe G4
8GB Ram
356.6 x 248.3 x 16.9 mm (14.04 x 9.78 x 0.67 inches)
Weight: 1.19 kg (2.62 lbs)

Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how Summit E16 Flip and Gram 16 2021 compares and decide which one is better for you.

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Reasons to choose MSI Summit E16 Flip over LG Gram 16 2021

Refresh Rate	165 Hz vs 60 Hz	Smoother media experience
2-in-1 Design	Yes vs No	Use like a tablet
Touch Screen	Yes vs No	Interact with your fingers
GPU Fabrication Process	8 nm vs 10 nm	Newer Generation GPU
GPU FLOPS	5.01 TFLOPS vs 0.84 TFLOPS	Dedicated GPU unit
GPU Type	Dedicated vs Integrated	Faster RAM Type
RAM Type	LPDDR5 vs LPDDR4X	Faster RAM
RAM BUS	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x) vs PCI-E Gen 3.0 (4x)	More advanced Bluetooth connectivity
Bluetooth	v5.2 vs v5.1	Higher Resolution Camera
Webcam Resolution	1920 x 1080 vs 1280 x 720

Reasons to choose LG Gram 16 2021 over MSI Summit E16 Flip

Weight	1.19 kg vs 1.90 kg	0.71 kg lighter
Screen-to-Body Ratio	~83.8% vs ~80.2%	Larger screen area ratio
Side Bezel Thickness	6 mm vs 6.7 mm	0.7 mm thinner bezels
Screen PPI	189 ppi vs 142 ppi	More pixels per inch
Screen Resolution	2560 x 1600 pixels vs 1920 x 1200 pixels	Higher pixel count screen
Max Brightness	350 nits vs 315 nits	Brighter Screen
USB-C Port Type	v4.0 vs v3.2	Faster USB-C connection

Common Strengths of LG Gram 16 2021 and MSI Summit E16 Flip

Fast Charging Support	Yes vs Yes	Charge the battery in a shorter time
USB Power Delivery	Yes vs Yes	Charging via USB port gives flexibility
RAM Type	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x) vs PCI-E Gen 3.0 (4x)	Fast RAM type
Upgradable Storage	Yes vs Yes	Option to increase the Storage size
SSD Type	NVMe vs NVMe	Faster Data Transfers
Wi-Fi Standard	v6E vs v6	Fast and Reliable Wi-Fi Connections
Bluetooth Standard	v5.2 vs v5.1	Fast and Reliable Bluetooth Connections
Fingerprint Sensor	Yes vs Yes	Easy Login with Fingerprint Sensor
Thunderbolt Port	v4 vs v4	Fast data and power transfer via Thunderbolt Port
HDMI Output	1x HDMI 2.0 vs 1x HDMI 2.0	Connect to External Displays via HDMI cable
VGA Output	No vs No	Connect to External Displays via VGA cable
Built-in SD Card Reader	Yes vs Yes	Read & Write SD Cards
Numeric Pad	Yes vs Yes	Fast way to input numbers
Keyboard Backlight	Yes vs Yes	Easily see the keys under low light

Common Weaknesses of LG Gram 16 2021 and MSI Summit E16 Flip

Upgradable RAM	No vs No	No Option to increase the RAM size

MSI Summit E16 Flip vs LG Gram 16 2021: Physical Specs Comparison

In this section, we will be comparing the physical specifications and body features of the MSI Summit E16 Flip and the LG Gram 16 2021.

Physical Specs
Weight	1.9 kg (4.19 lbs)	1.19 kg (2.62 lbs)
Surface Area	925 cm2 (143.4 inches2)	885 cm2 (137.3 inches2)
Screen to Surface Ratio	~80.2%	~83.8%
Side Bezel Thickness	~6.7 mm	~6 mm
Weight per Inch of Screen	0.12 kg/inch	0.07 kg/inch
	0.264 lbs/inch	0.154 lbs/inch
Colors	Black	Black, Silver, Green
Cover Opening Angle	360Â°	140Â°

Comparison of the MSI Summit E16 Flip and the LG Gram 16 2021 External Dimensions

Weight

Summit E16 Flip weighs 1.9 kg (4.19 lbs), whereas the Gram 16 2021 weighs 1.19 kg (2.62 lbs). There is a notable difference in weight between these two laptops. The weight difference between the two laptops is not significant.

Weight Comparison

Displays size 16.0-16.9 inches

MSI Summit E16 Flip 1.90 kg

LG Gram 16 2021 1.19 kg

Min 1.17 kg

Average 2.08 kg

Max 3.15 kg

Thickness Comparison

Displays size 16.0-16.9 inches

MSI Summit E16 Flip 16.90 mm

LG Gram 16 2021 16.90 mm

Min

1.70 mm

Average 20.33 mm

Max 30.80 mm

Another value that we use for comparing the weights of the laptops is the Weight per Inch of Screen, which is calculated by dividing the total weight of the model with its usable diagonal screen size. This value for the MSI Summit E16 Flip is 0.12 kg/inch.In comparison, this value for the LG Gram 16 2021 is 0.07 kg/inch.Here are some of the best performing laptops in this area:

Microsoft Surface Go 4: 0.05 kg/inch
LG Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus Zenbook A14 UX3407: 0.06 kg/inch
Microsoft Surface Pro 12: 0.06 kg/inch
Dell Latitude 7330: 0.07 kg/inch
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2: 0.07 kg/inch
LG Gram 14 2022: 0.07 kg/inch

MSI Summit E16 Flip vs LG Gram 16 2021: Internals (CPU, GPU, RAM, Battery, SSD, etc.) Comparison

CPU Comparison

CPU Model	Intel Core i5 1240P Intel Core i7 1260P Intel Core i7 1280P	Intel Core i3 1115G4 Intel Core i5 1135G7 Intel Core i7 1165G7
Base Frequency	1.7 GHz	1.7-3.0 GHz
Turbo Frequency	4.4 GHz	4.1 GHz
Number of Cores	12	2
Number of Threads	16	4
L3 Cache	12 MB	6 MB
Integrated GPU	Intel Iris Xe Graphics (80EU)	Intel UHD Graphics Xe G4
CPU Fabrication Process	10 nm	10 nm
Geekbench 5 (Single)	1593	1264
Geekbench 5 (Multi)	7956	2563
Cinebench 23 (Single)	1516	1330
Cinebench 23 (Multi)	9305	3144

Above you can see the CPU options and the CineBench and GeekBench test scores for both laptops, which gives an idea about what kind of performance difference you may experience between the MSI Summit E16 Flip and LG Gram 16 2021.

You may also read reviews of latest laptops with the same CPUs and compare them:

Laptops with: Intel Core i5 1240P

Laptops with: Intel Core i3 1115G4

GPU Comparison

GPU Model	GeForce RTX 3050 Mobile 4GB GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Mobile 4GB	Intel UHD Graphics Xe G4
Base Clock Frequency	1065 MHz	300 MHz
Boost CLock Frequency	1343 MHz	1100 MHz
TGP (Total Graphics Power)	45 W	15 W
Type	Dedicated	Integrated
FLOPS	5.501 TFLOPS	844.8 GFLOPS
Memory Size	4 GB	System Shared
Memory Type	GDDR6	System Shared
Memory Bus	128 bit	System Shared
Memory Speed	1500 MHz 12 Gbps effective	System Shared
Shading Units Cores	2048	384
TMUs	64	24
ROPs	32	12

GPU is as critical as the CPU for graphic heavy applications and the table above gives a picture of how the two GPU compares. FLOPS is a measure of a GPU's performance based on the number of floating-point arithmetic calculations that the processor can perform within a second. MSI Summit E16 Flip has a FLOPS value of 5.01 TFLOPS whereas the LG Gram 16 2021 ' has a FLOPS value of 0.84 TFLOPS. If graphical performance of the laptop is important for your use type, the MSI Summit E16 Flip may be the better choice between these two setups.

RAM Comparison

RAM	16GB 32GB	8GB 16GB
Memory Bus	2x8 GB	2x4 GB
RAM Clock	4800 MHz	4266 MHz
RAM Type	LPDDR5	LPDDR4X
Upgradable	No	No
Memory Bus	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)	PCI-E Gen 3.0 (4x)

With a larger RAM capacity of 16 GB, the Summit E16 Flip offers an advantage for multitasking and resource-intensive applications compared to the Gram 16 2021's RAM capacity of 8 GB.

LOCAL LLM Compatibility Evaluation

This quick guide shows what types of large language models (LLMs) each of these laptops could support, based on their respective hardware specifications. It's meant to help you compare their suitability for running AI models locally.

LLM Category	MSI Summit E16 Flip	LG Gram 16 (2021)
Small Models(1-3B):Examples: Phi-2, Qwen-1.8B	✔ Run smoothly.	✔ Run smoothly.
Medium Models(7-8B):Examples: Mistral-7B, Qwen-7B	✖ Not supported.	✖ Not supported.
Large Models(13-30B):Examples: Mixtral, Qwen-14B	✖ Not supported.	✖ Not supported.
Extra-Large Models(65B+):Examples: LLaMA2-70B, Qwen1.5-72B	✖ Not supported on most systems. Requires high-end GPU or advanced setup.	✖ Not supported on most systems. Requires high-end GPU or advanced setup.

Note: Optimized (e.g., 4-bit) models may run on limited hardware. Performance depends on runtime and setup.

📌 MoE Models: Some models like Mixtral 8x7B and Qwen3-30B-A3B use a Mixture of Experts (MoE) design, activating only part of the model during inference. This means they can often run efficiently on laptops with 12–16 GB of VRAM when quantized.

BATTERY

BATTERY	82 Wh	80 Wh
Replaceable	No	No
Fast Charging	No	No
USB Power Delivery	Yes	Yes
Charging Port Position	Left	Left
Charge Power	100 W	65 W

Moreover, the Summit E16 Flip boasts a larger battery capacity of 82 Wh, offering extended usage time compared to the Gram 16 2021's80 Wh.

Battery Comparison

Displays size 16.0-16.9 inches

MSI Summit E16 Flip 82 Wh

LG Gram 16 2021 80 Wh

Min 38.00 Wh

Average 73.72 Wh

Max 100.00 Wh

STORAGE
With a larger storage capacity up to 2 TB, the Summit E16 Flip provides more space for storing files and applications compared to the Gram 16 2021's max. storage capacity of 1 TB.

Storage Options	512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB	256 GB, 1 TB
Upgradable	Yes	Yes
Storage type	SSD (M2)	SSD (M2)
NVMe	Yes	Yes

If your budget allows, we recommend opting for the largest possible disk size, considering the potential increase in storage capacity needs in the future. However, please keep in mind the question 'What will the laptop be used for?' when making this decision. Of course, you can later upgrade the hard disk capacity by getting a larger disk. However, if your laptop has only one disk slot, it may not be as straightforward as a RAM upgrade, where you simply add or replace a module, as moving or cloning files to a new disk may be necessary.

MSI Summit E16 Flip vs LG Gram 16 2021: Display Comparison

The display is an essential aspect to consider when comparing the MSI Summit E16 Flip and LG Gram 16 2021 since its is the component that you interact the most and significantly impact the experience.

Screen Area and Dimensions

Now let's look at the comparison of the actual display areas of both laptops below, keeping the bezels around the screens out of the equation. Both Summit E16 Flip and Gram 16 2021 screens have the same size of 16.0".The total usable screen area of the Summit E16 Flip is 742cm² / 115inch² whereas the Gram 16 2021's total usable screen area is 742cm² / 115inch².

PPI (Pixels per Inch)
Additionally, the Gram 16 2021 features a higher pixel density with 189 pixels per inch (PPI), ensuring sharper image details.

Screen PPI (Pixels Per Inch) Comparison

Displays size 16.0-16.9 inches

MSI Summit E16 Flip 142 ppi

LG Gram 16 2021 189 ppi

Min 137 PPI

Average 167 PPI

Max 283.00 PPI

Refresh Rate
The Summit E16 Flip offers a higher refresh rate of 165 Hz, resulting in smoother motion and improved visual experience.

Brightness
The Gram 16 2021 offers a higher maximum brightness of 350 nits, delivering a brighter screen.

Brightness Comparison

Displays size 16.0-16.9 inches

MSI Summit E16 Flip 315 nits

LG Gram 16 2021 350 nits

Min

40 nits

Average 407 nits

Max 1250.00 nits

MSI Summit E16 Flip vs LG Gram 16 2021 Connectivity Comparison

In terms of connectivity,

Wifi
Summit E16 Flip features a more advanced Wi-Fi standard v6E, providing faster and more reliable wireless connections compared to Gram 16 2021 (v6).

Below, you'll find a Wi-Fi Versions Table, along with their release dates and speeds, to provide a brief overview of its development.

Wi-Fi Versions and Speeds

Standard	Speed	Release Date	Network	Frequency Bands (GHz)
Wi-Fi 7	up to 40 Gbps (5 GB/s)	2023	802.11be	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6E	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2020	802.11ax	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2019	802.11ax	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 5	up to 6.93 Gbps (866.25 MB/s)	2014	802.11ac	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 4	up to 600 Mbps (75 MB/s)	2009	802.11n	2.4, 5

* Please note that the provided transfer rates are maximum theoretical values, and real-life performance may vary based on environmental factors.

USB
Both Summit E16 Flip and Gram 16 2021 feature 2x USB 3.2 USB-A ports.
Both Summit E16 Flip and Gram 16 2021 have USB Type-C ports. Summit E16 Flip has 2x USB 3.2 USB Type-C ports, while Gram 16 2021 has 2x USB 4.0 USB Type-C ports.

Below, you'll find a table of USB ports, along with their release dates and speeds.
To mitigate the confusion caused by generation names, the USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF) suggests using marketing names like USB 5Gbps, USB 10Gbps, and so forth, based on their respective transfer rates.

USB Type and Speeds

USB Type	Version	Speed	Date	Other Features/Explanations
USB4	Gen 4 (2.0)	80 Gbps	2022	Also known as USB 80Gbps
USB4	Gen 3×2	40 Gbps	2019	Also known as USB 40Gbps
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2x2	20 Gbps	2019	Double the data transfer rates of Gen 2
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.1
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.0
USB 3.1	3.1 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2013	Faster data transfer rates
USB 3.0	3.1 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2010	SuperSpeed USB, improved data transfer rates
USB 2.0	2.0	480 Mbps	2000	High-speed data transfer
USB 1.0	1.0	1.5 Mbps	1996	Original USB standard

Thunderbolt
Both Summit E16 Flip and Gram 16 2021 are equipped with Thunderbolt 4 ports.

HDMI
Both Summit E16 Flip and Gram 16 2021 feature an HDMI port (1x HDMI 2.0) for connecting to external monitors.

Below, you'll find a comparison table detailing different HDMI versions, including their bandwidth, color depth, maximum resolution, and release dates. This information can be helpful in understanding the capabilities of each HDMI version and choosing the most suitable one for your needs.

HDMI Comparison Table

HDMI Version	Maximum Resolution	Bandwidth (Gbps)	Color Depth (bits)	Release Date
HDMI 2.1-2.1b	7680 x 4320 *(8K)* @ 60p 3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 120p	48.0	48	2017
HDMI 2.0-2.0b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 60p	18.0	48	2013
HDMI 1.4-1.4b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 30p	10.2	48	2009
HDMI 1.3-1.3a	2560 x 1440 @ 60p	10.2	48	2006
HDMI 1.0-1.2a	1920 x 1200 @ 60p	4.95	24	2002

* Please note that the provided resolution values represent the maximum supported resolution, and actual display quality may depend on other factors such as source content and connected devices.

SD Card Reader
Both Summit E16 Flip and Gram 16 2021 come with an SD Card Reader for easy access to memory cards.

Audio Jack
Both Summit E16 Flip and Gram 16 2021 are equipped with a 3.5mm Audio Jack, providing seamless connection to headphones and speakers.

To summarize the connectivity and ports details, please refer to the table below to see them listed.

Connectivity and Ports
WiFi Standard (latest: v7)	v6E	v6
Bluetooth (latest: v5.4)	v5.2	v5.1
USB-A (latest: 3.2)	2x USB 3.2	2x USB 3.2
USB Type-C (latest: USB4 2.0)	2x USB 3.2	2x USB 4.0
Thunderbolt (latest: 5)	Thunderbolt 4	Thunderbolt 4
HDMI (latest: 2.1)	1x HDMI 2.0	1x HDMI 2.0
Display Port (latest: v2.0)	No	No
VGA	No	No
Fingerprint Sensor	Yes	Yes
Optical Drive	No	No
Audio Jack 3.5mm	Yes	Yes
Ethernet RJ45	No	No
SD CardReader	Yes	Yes
Proprietary Charging Port	No	No