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Updated January 10, 2024·
Choosing between the Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) and the ASUS Zenbook 13 depends on your needs and preferences. The MacBook Pro tends to be pricier, has a higher resolution IPS display which is great for general use, and longer battery life, making it well-suited for those who prioritize longevity and screen quality on macOS. The ASUS Zenbook, on the other hand, features an OLED display which provides vivid colors perfect for multimedia experiences, is lighter, and comes with more storage out of the box. It's cost-effective for Windows users who need portability and sufficient storage for a variety of tasks. Both have similar processor and RAM configurations, so everyday performance is on par, though the MacBook's cooling is superior, staying quiet under load. Neither is designed for intensive gaming, but both can handle general use and lighter engineering applications. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022)
- Best in class overall build quality
- Best in class battery life
- Best in class speakers
- Best in class keyboard
Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook 13
- Excellent portability
Key differences
Software Development
7.8
7.3
6.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
9.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) and ASUS Zenbook 13 are both good for software development, though the Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) is somewhat better.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
Screen Quality
7.6
7.8
13.3in
SIZE
13.3in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
497.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
378.0 nits
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 has a better screen than the ASUS Zenbook 13 for software development, and content creation, while the ASUS Zenbook 13 has a better screen for general use, and engineering and design.
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 and ASUS Zenbook 13 feature high-resolution screens with good brightness levels, crucial for sharp text and clear images for general tasks. For engineering and design, these laptops offer wide color gamuts, allowing professionals to see accurate colors and fine detail for precise work. However, for 3D applications and gaming, they fall short as their screens don't offer high refresh rates needed for smooth motion, making them less suitable for those specific needs.
Battery
20.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 has 20 hours of battery life. The ASUS Zenbook 13 has 9 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
Build Quality
10.0
7.4
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) has best in class build quality, while the ASUS Zenbook 13 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,219
$890
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) has a price of $1,219 and the ASUS Zenbook 13 costs $890.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
7.4
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
497.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
378.0 nits
20.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
9.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
8.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.2/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) and ASUS Zenbook 13 are both good for general use.
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) with its powerful Apple M2 chip and long battery life is ideal for a smooth and lasting general-use experience, while the ASUS Zenbook 13 stands out with its OLED screen for vivid colors and ample storage for various applications, combining performance with a Ryzen processor and portability given its light weight. Both laptops have high-quality screens and solid build, but the MacBook Pro offers better battery life and the ASUS has a greater focus on display quality and is lighter, catering to different preferences in general use.
Gaming and AI
6.5
6.2
4.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
10.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.3/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) and ASUS Zenbook 13 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) has a high-resolution IPS screen and an Apple M2 GPU, which offers competent 3D rendering for design work but may be limited by the MacOS operating system that prevents many popular games from running. In contrast, the ASUS Zenbook 13 comes with an AMD Ryzen 7 5700U with integrated Vega 8 graphics, which can handle casual gaming better on its OLED screen; however, the performance may not be ideal for intensive gaming due to the GPU's limitations and the standard screen refresh rate.
Engineering and Design
7.5
7.1
6.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
4.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) and ASUS Zenbook 13 are both good for engineering and design.
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) offers superior CPU and GPU performance with its Apple M2 processor, making it well-suited for demanding engineering and design applications, along with a high-resolution IPS screen that provides clear and vibrant visuals, enhancing tasks that require color accuracy and sharpness.
Content Creation
7.9
7.6
6.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) and ASUS Zenbook 13 are both good for content creation.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Portability
Very Good
Excellent
13.3in
SIZE
13.3in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
2.5 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.5in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS Zenbook 13 to have excellent portability, while the Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) and the ASUS Zenbook 13 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) | ASUS Zenbook 13 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,219 | $890 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | June 1, 2022 | February 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12'' x 8.4'' x 0.61'' | 12'' x 8'' x 0.55'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3 lbs | 2.55 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 11.97" | 11.97" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.36" | 7.99" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Apple M2 | AMD Ryzen 7 5700U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 20 Hours | 9 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 58.2 Wh | 67 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 13.3" | 13.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | OLED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 497 nits | 378 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 10/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.9/10 | 9.3/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | Yes | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 10/10 | 8.4/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9.5/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.5/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 0 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 3 | N/A | |
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Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022)
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Andreas Osthoff | June 2022
"The MacBook Pro 13 is still a very good subnotebook. The 2022 MacBook Pro 13 might look like recycling at first, because the device is completely identical to the old model expect for the new M2 SoC. We have to admit that we were surprised to see another iteration of the MBP 13 as well. The laptop is obviously familiar, but this does not change the fact that it is still a very good subnotebook. You get an excellent chassis with good stability, a very good display, good input devices and the new M2 chip is very powerful and efficient."
ASUS Zenbook 13
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Sebastian Bade | May 2021
"The Asus ZenBook 13 is a compact 13-inch laptop with a fast Ryzen 7 5800U and OLED display. The subnotebook is also light and the modern design is convincing. The selection of high-quality materials make the device not only light, but also very stable. In addition, the visuals and haptics of the device offers a high-quality impression. The AMD Ryzen 7 5800U is a very good fit for the ZenBook 13, ensuring a high performance in the test. However, in terms of the 3D performance, we also notice that the Vega architecture is beginning to hit its limits."
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About Apple
Apple, an American technology company, is one of the world’s largest company in terms of market capitalization. Their MacBook laptops feature a slim, minimalistic design, class-leading battery life, and premium display and speaker quality. In 2020 Apple switched from using Intel processors to their own silicon chips which have excellent performance and efficiency. The macOS operating system is the second most widely used OS, after Windows.
About ASUS
ASUS, a Taiwanese electronics brand, is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. The majority of their laptops are targeted towards personal use or gaming. Their most popular product lines include the budget-friendly VivoBook, more premium ZenBook, and their TUF and ROG gaming laptops, the latter of which has a reputation for excellent gaming performance.
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