For better performance in intensive engineering tasks and gaming with higher frame rates, the ASUS ROG Flow X13 with its more powerful GPU is the better choice and it features a high refresh rate touchscreen, but it's smaller and less suitable for multitasking on a large screen. The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 offers a larger screen and more RAM which is better for multitasking and general use, comes at a lower price, and is favored for content creation with its full-size keyboard including a numpad. However, its performance in graphically intensive tasks won't match that of the Flow X13, and the larger size reduces portability. Both laptops provide high-quality displays with good color coverage, suitable for visual work. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Flow X13
Good for gaming and AI
Very good for software development
Very good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Very good portability
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Pro 17
Very good speakers
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.8/10
6.9/10
7.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
5.1/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 is good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 excels in gaming and 3D applications with its more powerful Nvidia RTX 4070 graphics card and a higher screen refresh rate of 165, which offers smoother visual experiences. Conversely, while the ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 includes a less powerful Nvidia RTX 3050 and a standard refresh rate of 60, it still supports gaming and 3D but may not deliver the same level of performance and fluidity as the Flow X13.
Screen Quality
8.4/10
7.2/10
13.4in
SIZE
17.3in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
511.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
400.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has a better screen than the ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and software development.
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 boasts a high-resolution display with vibrant color accuracy, making it excellent for tasks like photo editing or CAD work, where color representation and detail matter significantly, but its lower refresh rate hinders gaming experiences, where fluid motion is key. Conversely, the ASUS Zenbook Pro 17's screen offers ample brightness and resolution for everyday tasks and professional design work but may not satisfy gamers or professionals in 3D fields due to its similarly subpar refresh rate. While both excel in color-critical applications, they fall short for gaming and 3D modeling, where fast screen refresh rates are crucial to keep up with rapid visual changes.
Portability
Very Good
Good
13.4in
SIZE
17.3in
2.8 lbs
WEIGHT
5.1 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has very good portability, while the ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5/10
7.2/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has very good build quality, while the ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$2,500
$1,500
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has a price of $2,500 and the ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 costs $1,500.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 and ASUS ROG Flow X13 are both very good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 stands out for general use due to its high-quality CPU, substantial RAM, and sharp, high-brightness screen while remaining lightweight and offering versatile 2-in-1 functionality, making it highly portable with reasonable battery life. In contrast, the ASUS Zenbook Pro 17, while heavier and less portable, offers a larger screen with quality display attributes, ample RAM, and a solid CPU, backed by a slightly better battery life, tailored for those who prioritize a larger workspace and extended usage over portability. Both laptops have quality keyboards and manage heat and noise decently but differ in screen size and portability.
Engineering and Design
8.5/10
8.1/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
7.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
5.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 and ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 are both very good for engineering and design.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Content Creation
8.2/10
8.2/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 and ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 are both very 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
8.0/10
7.9/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.7/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS ROG Flow X13 to be very good for software development, while the ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 is good.
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.
Battery
8.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has 8 hours of battery life. The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 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.
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How the ASUS ROG Flow X13 and the ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 compare to other laptops
"The Asus ROG Flow X13 is not an off-the-shelf convertible. This quickly becomes clear when you take a closer look at the technical specs. The AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS is a state-of-the-art SoC with 8 cores and 16 threads, which also makes the 2-in-1 interesting as a work device. With 32 GB of RAM and a 1 TB SSD, gamers are also well taken care of. The dedicated Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q fits well into the overall concept and ensures a solid 3D performance. With the eGPU dock, which is equipped with a GeForce RTX 3080, the small convertible transforms into a full-fledged desktop replacement in terms of performance."
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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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