When choosing between the Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) and the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13, consider your primary needs. If long battery life and a strong build quality are key, alongside solid performance for general use, the MacBook Pro may be your preferred option. In contrast, if you value a higher storage capacity, more memory, and a 4K touchscreen with a higher resolution display, the Zenbook Flip S13 excels, especially for tasks that benefit from a touchscreen, like design work. Also, take into account the MacBook runs MacOS and the Zenbook runs Windows, which could affect your decision based on your software needs. The Zenbook may be more versatile for various tasks, but you'll compromise on battery life compared to the MacBook Pro. 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 Flip S13
Excellent portability
Key differences
Screen Quality
7.6/10
7.9/10
13.3in
SIZE
13.3in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
497.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
372.0 nits
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 has a better screen than the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 for software development, while the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has a better screen for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 and ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 both have high-resolution displays and are bright enough, which is perfect for general tasks like browsing or watching videos. Engineers and designers will appreciate their wide color gamuts, enabling accurate color representation crucial for their work. However, their screens lack high refresh rates, which are vital for 3D applications and gaming, so those tasks might not look as smooth as they would on displays tailored for such uses.
Battery
20.0 Hours
10.5 Hours
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 has 20 hours of battery life. The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has 10.5 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
10.0/10
7.8/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) has best in class build quality, while the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,219
$1,400
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) has a price of $1,219 and the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 costs $1,400.
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) and ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 are both good for general use.
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) offers an excellent balance of performance with its M2 chip, high-quality screen, and extraordinarily long battery life, which, combined with its robust build and a quiet, fanless design, make it ideal for general use.
Gaming and AI
6.5/10
6.3/10
4.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
10.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) and ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) with its integrated GPU is fair for 3D tasks but many popular games may not run due to MacOS compatibility issues and standard screen refresh rates. On the other hand, the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 also carries an integrated GPU, which manages fair performance for gaming and 3D applications, with the added benefit of Windows 10 Pro, although it too has standard refresh rates which isn't ideal for high-end gaming.
Engineering and Design
7.5/10
7.4/10
6.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
4.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) and ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 are both good for engineering and design.
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) with an M2 chip offers seamless performance for engineering and design tasks due to its capable CPU and integrated GPU, complemented by a high-quality screen, although it has less RAM and storage compared to some competitors.
Content Creation
7.9/10
7.8/10
6.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) and ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 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.
Software Development
7.8/10
7.6/10
6.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
9.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) and ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 are both good for software development.
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.
Portability
Very Good
Excellent
13.3in
SIZE
13.3in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
2.6 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.5in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 to have excellent portability, while the Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) has very good portability.
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How the Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) and the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 compare to other laptops
"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."
"The Asus Zenbook S 13 Flip is an ultra-sleek 2-in-1 convertible. A gorgeous OLED screen and lightweight magnesium chassis make this convertible a traveller’s dream. Its SSD isn’t fast, but it won’t hold you back in everyday use. Its battery life also isn’t class leading, but it’s hardly off the pace. Overall, the Zenbook S 13 Flip OLED holds its head high in the premium convertible category and is a smaller alternative to the Spectre x360 13.5 and the Yoga 9i Gen 7."
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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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