If you need top-tier performance for demanding tasks like gaming, 3D modeling, or intensive data processing, the ASUS ROG Flow X13 stands out with its high-end hardware, which justifies its higher cost. However, if portability and value for money are more important and you plan to use the laptop for everyday tasks, media consumption, or moderate productivity, the HP Envy x360 15" is a compelling choice due to its budget-friendly price, larger screen, and sufficient performance for general use, along with the versatile 2-in-1 form factor that both models offer. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Flow X13
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Very good portability
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the HP Envy x360 15"
Very good battery life
Very good speakers
Key differences
General Use
8.1/10
7.2/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
511.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
271.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
8.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 is very good for general use, while the HP Envy x360 15" is good.
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 surpasses the HP Envy x360 15" in general use primarily due to its more powerful CPU and double the RAM, which allows for smoother multitasking and better performance in demanding applications. While both laptops offer good screen quality and are convertible 2-in-1 devices, the ASUS also has a higher resolution display and superior graphics capabilities, which contribute to a better visual experience, albeit with higher cost and slightly less portability and battery life compared to the HP Envy.
Gaming and AI
7.8/10
6.0/10
7.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 is good for gaming and AI, while the HP Envy x360 15" is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 stands out for gaming and 3D applications due to its dedicated Nvidia RTX 4070 graphics unit and a high refresh rate screen, which provides smoother visuals in fast-paced scenes. In contrast, the HP Envy x360 15" relies on integrated graphics with the AMD Ryzen 5 7530U Vega 7 and a standard refresh rate screen, which may not handle graphically intensive tasks as efficiently as the ASUS.
Engineering and Design
8.5/10
6.5/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.6/10
7.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 is very good for engineering and design, while the HP Envy x360 15" is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 excels in engineering and design due to a more powerful CPU, double the RAM, a superior dedicated GPU, and a higher resolution and brighter screen compared to the HP Envy x360 15", which offers lower performance due to its mid-range CPU, integrated graphics, and a standard full HD screen. While the HP Envy has a slight edge in battery life and is quieter, its overall capabilities lag behind the ASUS, which despite being the more portable option due to its lighter weight and smaller size, comes with a compromise on extended usage away from power outlets.
Content Creation
8.2/10
7.3/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.6/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 is very good for content creation, while the HP Envy x360 15" is good.
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
7.2/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 is very good for software development, while the HP Envy x360 15" 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.
Screen Quality
8.4/10
6.2/10
13.4in
SIZE
15.6in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
511.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
271.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has a better screen than the HP Envy x360 15" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 likely boasts a high-resolution, bright display that is excellent for general tasks as well as precision in engineering and design due to its wide color gamut, allowing for accurate color representation. On the other hand, its lower refresh rate could hinder the gaming and 3D experience, where smooth motion is crucial. The HP Envy x360 15", with fair screen quality, may have average brightness and resolution that are adequate for everyday tasks and some design work but lacks the higher color fidelity and swift refresh rates desired by gamers and those working with 3D graphics.
Battery
8.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has 8 hours of battery life. The HP Envy x360 15" has 10 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.
Portability
Very Good
Good
13.4in
SIZE
15.6in
2.8 lbs
WEIGHT
4.4 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has very good portability, while the HP Envy x360 15" 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 HP Envy x360 15" has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$2,500
$518
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has a price of $2,500 and the HP Envy x360 15" costs $518.
"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."
"Despite its good looks, stellar webcam and comfortable keyboard, the Envy x360 15 is hard to recommend because of its dim, 16:9 display. If the display isn't an issue for you, just be sure to wait for a good sale price. Otherwise, a more modern two-in-one with a 16:10 display such as the Dell Inspiron 16 2-in-1 or Lenovo Yoga 7i 16 provides a larger workspace without adding much to the size and weight of the system."
Get a great deal on the ASUS ROG Flow X13 or the HP Envy x360 15"
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.
About HP
HP, also known as Hewlett-Packard, is an American technology company that develops personal computers and computer peripherals. In the laptop industry, HP is known for its entry level Essential series laptops, its mid-range Pavilion, Envy, and Victus series, and high-end Omen and Spectre series, in addition to its business-oriented EliteBook, ProBook, and Dragonfly series laptops. HP laptops generally undercut other mainstream competitors in terms of price, placing itself as the value-oriented mainstream brand.
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