MSI Summit E14 (A11SCS) vs. MSI Modern 15 (A11ML)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
MSI Summit E14 (A11SCS)
MSI Summit E14 (A11SCS)

Our Rating: 85 %

MSI Modern 15 (A11ML)
MSI Modern 15 (A11ML)

Our Rating: 75 %

In depth comparison and review of MSI Summit E14 (A11SCS) and MSI Modern 15 (A11ML). 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 E14 (A11SCS) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Summit E14 (A11SCS) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful intel processor

high-resolution display

lightweight design

robust build quality

fast ssd storage

higher price point

average battery life

limited port selection

noisy under load

MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

full hd display

solid build quality

good battery life

affordable price

average cpu performance

limited graphics power

no thunderbolt support

basic audio quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI Summit E14 (A11SCS) and MSI Modern 15 (A11ML)
85 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI Summit E14 (A11SCS) vs. MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI Summit E14 (A11SCS) MSI Modern 15 (A11ML)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.9 cm x 21.9 cm x 1.6 cm 35.68 cm x 23.37 cm x 1.69 cm
Weight 1.29 kg 1.6 kg
Case Material Aluminum -
Colour Ink black Carbon grey
DISPLAY MSI Summit E14 (A11SCS) MSI Modern 15 (A11ML)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 3840 x 2160 (Ultra HD 4K) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Colour Gamut 100% Adobe RGB -
Features Thin bezel design Thin bezel design, MSI True Color Technology 3.0
PROCESSOR MSI Summit E14 (A11SCS) MSI Modern 15 (A11ML)
CPU Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 1185G7 / 3 GHz Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.8 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 12 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Speed Shift Technology
MEMORY MSI Summit E14 (A11SCS) MSI Modern 15 (A11ML)
RAM 32 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 64 GB
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 4267 MHz -
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE MSI Summit E14 (A11SCS) MSI Modern 15 (A11ML)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI Summit E14 (A11SCS) MSI Modern 15 (A11ML)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Ti Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Video System Features Max-Q design -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features IR camera -
Frame Rate 30 frames per second 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC233
Audio Features Nahimic 3 sound technology Nahimic 3 sound technology
COMMUNICATIONS MSI Summit E14 (A11SCS) MSI Modern 15 (A11ML)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY MSI Summit E14 (A11SCS) MSI Modern 15 (A11ML)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 82 Wh 52 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours -
AC ADAPTER MSI Summit E14 (A11SCS) MSI Modern 15 (A11ML)
Output 90 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT MSI Summit E14 (A11SCS) MSI Modern 15 (A11ML)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features White LED backlight White LED backlight
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI Summit E14 (A11SCS) MSI Modern 15 (A11ML)
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4) (1 free)
Interfaces 2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 2.0
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
Thunderbolt 4
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDXC UHS-III) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE MSI Summit E14 (A11SCS) MSI Modern 15 (A11ML)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Home
Software Included - Norton Internet Security (60 days trial), Norton Studio (Metro UI), Microsoft Office 2016 (30 days trial), Nahimic Audio Enhancer 3, NVIDIA GeForce Experience, MSI True Color 3.0, MSI Center
MISCELLANEOUS MSI Summit E14 (A11SCS) MSI Modern 15 (A11ML)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader -
Features MIL-STD-810G tested Military-Grade, Cooler Boost 3 technology
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 1 year
Model Number 021UK 457UK
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