The ASUS ROG Flow X13 is typically more expensive but offers higher portability, a touchscreen, better battery life, and a more powerful GPU, which makes it excellent for intensive gaming, 3D, machine learning, and engineering tasks. It's lighter and more compact, ideal for frequent travelers. On the other hand, the Lenovo Legion 7 is more affordable and provides sturdy build quality and a larger screen size, which might be preferable for users who enjoy a more spacious display and can manage with a heavier and bulkier laptop. However, its battery life is shorter, and while it's well-suited for gaming, its performance in highly demanding tasks might not match the ASUS. Both have sufficient storage and RAM for most users, but the ASUS has the edge if you're looking for a more portable, high-performance option. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Flow X13
Very good for general use
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good portability
Advantages of the Lenovo Legion 7
Very good speakers
Excellent keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
8.4/10
8.3/10
13.4in
SIZE
16.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
511.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
469.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has a better screen than the Lenovo Legion 7 for software development, and content creation.
For general use, both the ASUS ROG Flow X13 and the Lenovo Legion 7 have displays with sharp resolution and high brightness, making for a clear and vibrant viewing experience that is easy on the eyes during regular activities like browsing and video playback. Their engineering and design capabilities are enhanced by wide color gamuts, ensuring that professionals who require color accuracy for tasks like photo editing and graphic design are provided with true-to-life colors. However, their lower refresh rates, which are less suited for the fast-paced action in 3D applications and gaming, result in less fluid motion and may detract from the experience in those specific scenarios.
Battery
8.0 Hours
6.5 Hours
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has 8 hours of battery life. The Lenovo Legion 7 has 6.5 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.
Portability
Very Good
Good
13.4in
SIZE
16.0in
2.8 lbs
WEIGHT
5.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has very good portability, while the Lenovo Legion 7 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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 Lenovo Legion 7 costs $1,500.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS ROG Flow X13 to be very good for general use, while the Lenovo Legion 7 is good.
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 stands out for general use with its convertible 2-in-1 design, offering tablet functionality, plus a potent CPU and high-quality screen, all in a lightweight frame for better portability and battery life. The Lenovo Legion 7, while good for general use with a robust CPU and quality display, is heavier and less portable, which might be less ideal for users frequently on the move.
Gaming and AI
7.8/10
7.8/10
7.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.4/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Lenovo Legion 7 and ASUS ROG Flow X13 are both good for gaming and AI.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Engineering and Design
8.5/10
8.2/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
7.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 and Lenovo Legion 7 are both very good for engineering and design.
The ASUS ROG Flow X13, with its high-end AMD Ryzen 9 processor and Nvidia RTX 4070 graphics, is tailored for demanding engineering tasks and offers a versatile 2-in-1 convertible design for added utility and portability. In contrast, the Lenovo Legion 7 features a capable AMD Ryzen 7 processor and Nvidia RTX 3070 graphics that deliver strong performance, along with a larger screen and exceptional keyboard quality for extended design sessions, but it is heavier and less portable.
Content Creation
8.2/10
7.9/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS ROG Flow X13 to be very good for content creation, while the Lenovo Legion 7 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
7.6/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS ROG Flow X13 to be very good for software development, while the Lenovo Legion 7 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.
Build Quality
8.5/10
8.5/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 and Lenovo Legion 7 both have very good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the ASUS ROG Flow X13 and the Lenovo Legion 7 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."
"The Lenovo Legion 7 is a fast 16-inch gamer with 165 Hz display. The new Lenovo Legion 7 is a very good gaming notebook that, despite its comparatively compact compact 16-inch case, does not have to do without the most powerful components. Thanks to good cooling, no compromises are made in terms of performance. Both the Core i9-12900HX and the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti perform at a very high level."
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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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