For better performance, particularly in demanding applications or games, choose the ASUS ROG Flow X13, as it features a powerful AMD Ryzen processor and Nvidia RTX graphics. However, it's less portable due to its premium build and heavier weight. On the other hand, the Maypug 15" Laptop is significantly cheaper and more suitable for general use, with modest performance suitable for basic tasks, but its screen resolution and overall performance may not be ideal for intensive tasks or high-quality media consumption. Overall, if budget allows and high performance is necessary, go with the ASUS; if portability and cost are priorities, consider the Maypug. 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 Maypug 15" Laptop
The Maypug 15" Laptop has no clear advantages over the ASUS ROG Flow X13.
Key differences
General Use
8.1/10
5.8/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
511.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
8.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 is very good for general use, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 excels in general use due to its powerful CPU, ample RAM, high-quality screen, and 2-in-1 portability, which all contribute to a strong performance and a more versatile user experience. In contrast, the Maypug 15" Laptop has a less capable CPU, less RAM, a lower-quality display, and although it has a good battery life and heat management, it lacks in areas crucial for general use such as screen quality and overall performance.
Gaming and AI
7.8/10
5.6/10
7.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
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 Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 offers a powerful Nvidia RTX 4070 GPU and a high screen refresh rate of 165 Hz, providing a smooth and visually detailed gaming experience. In contrast, the Maypug 15" Laptop has a significantly less capable Intel UHD Graphics GPU and a lower screen refresh rate of 60 Hz, which limits its ability to render complex 3D graphics and affects the fluidity of gameplay.
Engineering and Design
8.5/10
5.6/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
7.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 is very good for engineering and design, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 stands out for engineering and design with a powerful AMD Ryzen 9 CPU, Nvidia RTX GPU, substantial RAM, and a high-quality screen, making it highly suitable for demanding tasks and visuals. In contrast, the Maypug 15" Laptop has a less capable Intel Celeron CPU, integrated graphics, and a lower resolution screen, which limits performance in intensive engineering applications.
Content Creation
8.2/10
5.9/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 is very good for content creation, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
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
5.9/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 is very good for software development, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
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
5.7/10
13.4in
SIZE
15.6in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
511.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has a better screen than the Maypug 15" Laptop for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 offers a high-resolution display with vibrant colors and brightness, making it excellent for everyday tasks and detail-oriented work like engineering, but its refresh rate may be lower, which is less ideal for gaming that demands fast screen updates. The Maypug 15" laptop, with lower display quality across brightness, color range, and refresh rate, wouldn't be as suitable for any specific use, providing a less vibrant and less responsive visual experience, which could hinder activities from general browsing to design work and gaming. For engineering and design, the ASUS ROG Flow X13 likely has a wider color gamut, crucial for accurate color reproduction, but both laptops might not offer the optimal experience for gaming, particularly if 3D performance is essential due to refresh rate limitations.
Battery
8.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has 8 hours of battery life. The Maypug 15" Laptop has 7 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
3.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has very good portability, while the Maypug 15" Laptop has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5/10
5.1/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has very good build quality, while the Maypug 15" Laptop has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$2,500
$600
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has a price of $2,500 and the Maypug 15" Laptop costs $600.
"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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