MSI Summit 13 AI+ Evo

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Date Published: 24 Sep 2024

Intel Core Ultra 7 258V
Intel Arc Graphics 140V
13.3”, FHD+ (1920 x 1200), IPS
2000GB SSD
32GB RAM
1.35 kg (3 lbs)

TOTAL SCORE

6.2 Portability Good

8.0 Display Excellent

6.9 For Work Good

5.9 For Gaming Average

Specs Review Display For Work For Gaming

MSI Summit 13 AI+ Evo

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Specs

Display
13.3”, FHD+ (1920 x 1200), IPS

HDD/SSD
2000GB

M.2 Slot
1x 2280 M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 See photo

RAM
32GB RAM

OS
Windows 11 Pro

Dimensions
300.2 x 222.25 x 15.9 - 16.2 mm (11.82" x 8.75" x 0.63")

Weight
1.35 kg (3 lbs)

Ports and connectivity

1x USB Type-A
3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps)

2x USB Type-C
4.0, Thunderbolt 4, Power Delivery (PD), DisplayPort

HDMI
2.1

Card Reader

Ethernet LAN

Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 7

Bluetooth
5.4

Audio jack
3.5mm Combo Jack

Features

Fingerprint reader

Web camera
IR FHD type (30fps@1080p) with HDR 3D Noise Reduction+ (3DNR+)

Backlit keyboard

Microphone
3x Spatial Array Microphone with AI Noise Cancellation Pro

Speakers
2x 2W Stereo Speakers

Optical drive

Security Lock slot

Portability

MSI Summit 13 AI+ Evo (A2VMx)

11.82" x 8.75" x 0.63" Dimensions

1.35 kg (3 lbs) Weight

Average 13.3-inch laptop

1.27 kg (2.8 lbs) -6% Weight

Review

MSI Summit 13 AI+ Evo in-depth review

The Summit 13 AI+ Evo A2VM sports similar design and hardware as its Prestige 13 AI+ Evo A2VM sibling that we already have tested. Of course, there are some differences between the two. The Summit version has slighly hindered port selection, a heftier cooling compared to the Prestige iteration, and 2-in-1 capabilities. The former is another Intel Evo Edition Copilot+ PC by MSI that is equipped with efficient Lunar Lake CPUs that boast snappy iGPU and beefy NPU for AI tasks. The upgradability may be non-existent, but you are treated with Wi-Fi 7 connectivity and many security features, including a dTPM 2.0 chip, an IR Web camera, and a fingerprint reader.The machine that we picked has the default 13.3" 1200p IPS screen. If money isn't a problem, you can opt for a QHD+ OLED panel. But he[...]

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Pros

Good overall performance for a light 13-inch 2-in-1 machine
Up to 32GB LPDDR5x
1540:1 contrast ratio + wide viewing angles (CMN13C6)
92% DCI-P3 coverage + accurate colors with our "Design and Office" profile (CMN13C6)
421 nits of max brightness (CMN13C6)
PWM-free (CMN13C6)
Comfortable keyboard
Smooth and accurate touchpad
Solid metal chassis
The Core Ultra 7 258V maintains a 2.73 GHz / 3.19 GHz and LP-E core clock in long loads
The MSI Center offers plenty of customizations
2x Thunderbolt 4s
IR Web Camera
Fingerprint reader
dTPM 2.0 + privacy shutter
The fans are turned off during light loads, even in "Extreme Performance" mode
Fast SSD (SAMSUNG PM9A1a)
70Wh battery that lasts for around 20 hours of videos on a single charge
Intel Evo-certified laptop
Copilot+ PC
360-degree hinge
Wi-Fi 7 + Bluetooth 5.4
Light and thin (1.35 kg/ 15.9 -16.2 mm)
Great iGPU performance
Cooler Boost function for increased cooling capabilities
Lid with a lever design

Cons

High price
Limited upgradability
You can't open the lid with one hand
Fingeprint magnet
Noisy fans in "Extreme performance" mode

Disassembly, maintenance and upgrade options

Step 1: Opening the MSI Summit 13 AI+ Evo (A2VMx)Power off the laptop and place it on a static-free surface. Undo the four Phillips-head screws securing the bottom panel. Note: the top screws are hidden beneath the rubber feet, which you must gently unglue first. Insert a thin plastic pry tool at the upper edges near the hinges and begin popping the panel upwards. Continue prying along the sides and the front edges of the laptop. Finish by working your way along the rear to fully detach the bottom plate.More info: The inside of the bottom panel has a plastic film p[...]