The ASUS ROG Flow X13 offers impressive performance with a high-end CPU and GPU, ideal for intensive gaming, 3D rendering, or machine learning, and it features a touchscreen with high color accuracy, which is great for creative work. However, it has a smaller screen size compared to the Razer Blade 14, which might affect the viewing experience for some users. The Razer Blade 14, while still powerful, has a slightly less powerful GPU, making it a bit less suitable for the most demanding tasks but it compensates with a slightly larger screen and better battery life, making it a good fit for on-the-go usage with less frequent access to power. Both laptops are similarly priced, lightweight, and well-suited for general use and engineering tasks, but the ASUS ROG Flow X13 excels with tasks that require a bit more graphics power while the Razer Blade 14 offers a better balance between screen size and portability. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Flow X13
Very good for software development
Advantages of the Razer Blade 14
Excellent keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
8.4/10
8.0/10
13.4in
SIZE
14.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
511.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
328.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has a better screen than the Razer Blade 14 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and software development.
For general use, both the ASUS ROG Flow X13 and the Razer Blade 14 boast high resolution and brightness, along with panel types that deliver crisp and vivid imagery, ensuring a pleasant viewing experience for everyday tasks. In engineering and design tasks where color accuracy is key, both laptops have displays covering a broad range of the DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB color gamuts, which is essential for professionals who need precise color representation. However, for gaming and 3D applications where smooth motion is crucial, the lower refresh rates on these laptops' screens may not provide the most fluid visuals, possibly making them less ideal for high-speed gaming or intensive 3D rendering.
Battery
8.0 Hours
9.5 Hours
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has 8 hours of battery life. The Razer Blade 14 has 9.5 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
Very Good
13.4in
SIZE
14.0in
2.8 lbs
WEIGHT
3.9 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 and Razer Blade 14 both have very good portability, though the ASUS ROG Flow X13 has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$2,500
$10
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has a price of $2,500 and the Razer Blade 14 costs $10.
The Razer Blade 14 and ASUS ROG Flow X13 are both very good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 offers flexibility with its convertible design, powerful CPU, ample RAM, high-quality touch screen, and strong battery life in a more compact and lightweight form, making it highly portable and adaptable for various general use scenarios. Conversely, the Razer Blade 14, with its robust CPU, equivalent RAM, quality display (albeit non-touchscreen), marginally better battery life, and sturdy build, excels in performance and is suitable for general use with a slight edge in cooling and operating noise.
Gaming and AI
7.8/10
7.9/10
7.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.0/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Razer Blade 14 and ASUS ROG Flow X13 are both good for gaming and AI.
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 and Razer Blade 14 are both excellent for gaming and 3D applications due to their high-refresh-rate screens at 165Hz and powerful GPUs, with the ASUS featuring an Nvidia RTX 4070. While both have capable CPUs, the ASUS has a slightly higher screen resolution and a touchscreen, contributing to its screen quality, but the Razer may offer a sturdier gaming experience with its dedicated gaming laptop design.
Engineering and Design
8.5/10
8.4/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
7.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 and Razer Blade 14 are both very good for engineering and design.
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 stands out for engineering and design due to its high-quality CPU, ample RAM, powerful RTX 4070 GPU, and superior screen quality, including high brightness and color accuracy, while its 2-in-1 convertible feature adds versatility for designers. On the other hand, the Razer Blade 14, with a similar CPU and RAM configuration, pairs with a slightly less potent RTX 3070 Ti GPU and offers excellent portability and keyboard quality, making it a strong contender for on-the-go engineers who also prioritize typing experience and a more traditional laptop form factor.
Content Creation
8.2/10
8.1/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 and Razer Blade 14 are both very good for content creation.
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
7.9/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
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 Razer Blade 14 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 Razer Blade 14 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 Razer Blade 14 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."
"After making a huge splash with the original 2021 model, it's expected that the 2022 refresh would be more of a minor update to an already impressive machine. It adds a higher resolution webcam (720p to 1080p), faster CPU (Ryzen 9 5900HX to Ryzen 9 6900HX), faster GPU (RTX 3070/3080 to 3070/3080 Ti), faster RAM (DDR4-3200 to DDR5-4800), faster M.2 SSD support (PCIe3 x4 to PCIe4 x4), newer WLAN module (Killer AX1690i to Qualcomm WCN685x), and a MUX switch for the new integrated Radeon 680M GPU. It's indubitably an upgrade especially in terms of single-thread processor 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.
About Razer
Razer is an American-Singaporean technology company. Razer is best known for their Blade series laptops, well known for their strong performance and sleek design. Although Razer charges a premium price tag for their laptops, buyers can expect a stealthy laptop with clean fit and finish and strong performance. All of their models offer great portability and build quality compared to other gaming laptops.
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