The ASUS ROG Flow X13 typically comes with a higher price tag, but it offers significant advantages for performance-intensive tasks such as gaming, 3D rendering, and machine learning due to its powerful AMD Ryzen 9 processor and Nvidia RTX graphics card. On the other hand, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i will save you money and still deliver respectable performance for everyday tasks and general engineering use with its Intel i5 processor and integrated graphics. The Slim 5i has a larger screen, but the Flow X13 boasts a higher refresh rate and a touchscreen, making it more suitable for interactive use and fast motion display. Although the ASUS is lighter, making it more portable, the Lenovo offers a longer battery life, beneficial for extended usage away from power sources. If intense gaming or high-demand applications are essential, go for the ASUS, but for more casual tasks, the Lenovo IdeaPad may be the better cost-effective choice. 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
Good speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i has no clear advantages over the ASUS ROG Flow X13.
Key differences
General Use
8.1/10
7.5/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
511.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
315.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
8.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 is very good for general use, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i is good.
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 stands out for general use with its robust AMD Ryzen CPU and superior Nvidia graphics, a high-resolution touchscreen display, and impressive portability due to its light weight and 2-in-1 convertible design, although its battery life is average.
Gaming and AI
7.8/10
6.3/10
7.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
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 Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 outperforms the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i for gaming and 3D applications because it has a more powerful Nvidia RTX 4070 graphics card and a higher screen refresh rate of 165Hz, which delivers smoother visuals and better responsiveness during fast-paced scenes. In contrast, the IdeaPad Slim 5i has a less capable Intel Iris Xe graphics solution and a standard 60Hz screen refresh rate, which is adequate for less demanding tasks but doesn't offer the same level of gaming or 3D performance.
Engineering and Design
8.5/10
7.0/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
7.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 is very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i is good.
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 stands out for engineering and design with its high-end CPU and GPU, making it better for demanding tasks and 3D work, accompanied by a top-quality screen with high resolution, refresh rate, and color accuracy. In contrast, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i, while suitable for engineering and design, has a more modest CPU and integrated graphics, which can handle general tasks effectively but may struggle with complex 3D designs; it also offers a solid screen but with lower specifications compared to the ASUS.
Content Creation
8.2/10
7.4/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 is very good for content creation, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i 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
7.4/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 is very good for software development, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i 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
6.4/10
13.4in
SIZE
16.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
511.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
315.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 excels in screen quality for general use and engineering due to its higher resolution and brightness, as well as its wider color gamut, which ensures more precise color reproduction critical for design work. However, its lower refresh rate affects gaming and 3D tasks, where smoother motion is key. The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i, with fair screen quality across the board, provides adequate resolution and brightness for general tasks and sufficient color accuracy for some design work, but like the ASUS, falls short for gaming due to a less optimal refresh rate.
Portability
Very Good
Good
13.4in
SIZE
16.0in
2.8 lbs
WEIGHT
4.1 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has very good portability, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5/10
7.6/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has very good build quality, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$2,500
$828
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has a price of $2,500 and the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i costs $828.
"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."
"The device is made for average work loads and if your work has a lot to do with online browsing, using apps that are not power-hungry and streaming videos. The looks are really good and the device in itself is not a heavy one. And with Intel 11th-gen Core processor, you might sail through most of your work without complaints."
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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.
About Lenovo
Lenovo is a Chinese technology company, and one of the largest personal computer vendor. They are well known for a variety of technology products, including laptops. Their consumer series include their entry level IdeaPad and LOQ series and mid-to-high-end Yoga and Legion series. On the business-oriented side, their series include their entry-level ThinkBook series and mid-to-high-end ThinkPad series. Lenovo laptops offer strong performance for reasonable prices, and are often on sale.
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