When choosing between the ASUS ROG Flow X13 and the Lenovo V15, consider your primary use cases. If you need a high-performance laptop for gaming, 3D applications, or intensive engineering work, the ASUS is designed for such tasks with superior graphics and a more powerful processor. However, if portability is a concern, the ASUS is heavier and may not be as easy to carry around as the Lenovo. The Lenovo, being more affordable, provides solid performance for general use and lighter tasks. While both have ample screen size, the Lenovo's screen is larger, which could be more comfortable for extended usage, but this also translates to a bulkier form factor. The ASUS stands out with its touchscreen and tablet mode, which can be a significant advantage if you want versatility. In summary, the tradeoff is between the ASUS's higher cost and better performance with 2-in-1 flexibility, against the Lenovo's affordability and potential for basic use. 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
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Lenovo V15
The Lenovo V15 has no clear advantages over the ASUS ROG Flow X13.
Key differences
General Use
8.1/10
7.3/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
511.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
231.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
8.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 is very good for general use, while the Lenovo V15 is good.
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 stands out in general use not only because of its more powerful Ryzen 9 CPU and high-end dedicated Nvidia graphics but also due to its superior screen quality, which offers better color coverage, brightness, and a higher refresh rate, alongside a lighter build and high portability. In contrast, the Lenovo V15, while still suitable for general use, settles for a more modest Ryzen 5 CPU and integrated graphics, lacks the high-quality display features of the ASUS, and has a slightly heavier build with lower portability, although it performs exceptionally well in heat management and operating noise.
Gaming and AI
7.8/10
6.1/10
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 Lenovo V15 is only fair.
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
6.3/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
7.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 is very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo V15 is only fair.
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
7.3/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 is very good for content creation, while the Lenovo V15 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
7.1/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 is very good for software development, while the Lenovo V15 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
5.4/10
13.4in
SIZE
15.6in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
511.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
231.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has a better screen than the Lenovo V15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, the ASUS ROG Flow X13's superior resolution and brightness offer clear, sharp visuals for everyday tasks like browsing and video streaming, while the Lenovo V15's lower quality display may appear dim and less crisp, impacting your overall experience. In engineering and design, the ASUS's wider color gamut presents accurate colors crucial for detailed work, but the Lenovo's limited color range can make precise color work challenging. When it comes to gaming and 3D applications, the ASUS's lower refresh rate can result in less smooth gameplay compared to laptops designed specifically for gaming, despite its high resolution and panel quality.
Portability
Very Good
Good
13.4in
SIZE
15.6in
2.8 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has very good portability, while the Lenovo V15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5/10
6.7/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has very good build quality, while the Lenovo V15 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$2,500
$579
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has a price of $2,500 and the Lenovo V15 costs $579.
"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 strengths of the Lenovo V15 G2 AMD lie in its expandability of the RAM and allowing you to use two SSDs, in its performance that goes beyond everyday applications thanks to AMD's hexa-core CPU and Vega-7 iGPU, in its good keyboard, and its relatively robust case. In addition, the battery life of the office laptop is also acceptable, and the device stays cool and relatively quiet."
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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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