The ASUS ROG Flow X13, being more expensive, offers better performance with a high-end AMD processor and Nvidia graphics card, suitable for gaming, 3D rendering, and intensive engineering tasks. It has excellent screen color accuracy and high refresh rate, but its battery life is shorter than the Razer Book 13. The Razer Book 13 costs less and provides longer battery life with a midrange Intel processor that's adequate for general use. It's slightly heavier but more portable due to its longer battery life. Choose the ASUS if performance is a priority and the Razer if you seek better battery life and value. 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
Advantages of the Razer Book 13
Excellent portability
Excellent battery life
Key differences
General Use
8.1/10
7.6/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
511.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
507.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
14.0 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
8.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.0/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 is very good for general use, while the Razer Book 13 is good.
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 offers exceptional CPU performance and high screen quality, which is ideal for demanding tasks and viewing content, complemented by its versatility as a 2-in-1 convertible; however, it is slightly heavier, which impacts its portability compared to the Razer Book 13. On the other hand, the Razer Book 13, while also providing good CPU power and screen quality, offers greater portability thanks to its lighter design and is equipped with a high-quality keyboard, making it a compelling choice for mobile professionals who value comfort and convenience on the go.
Gaming and AI
7.8/10
6.2/10
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
8.0/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 is good for gaming and AI, while the Razer Book 13 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 provides better gaming and 3D performance due to its superior Nvidia RTX 4070 graphics card and higher screen refresh rate of 165Hz, compared to the Razer Book 13, which has an Intel i7-1165G7 Iris Xe graphics and a lower refresh rate of 60Hz.
Engineering and Design
8.5/10
7.1/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
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 Razer Book 13 is good.
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 is exceptional for engineering and design due to its higher-end CPU and powerful discrete GPU, which make it adept at handling computation-heavy tasks and graphics-intensive applications, while its higher-resolution screen provides crisp visuals for detailed work. The Razer Book 13, while still suitable for engineering and design, offers solid performance with a capable CPU and integrated graphics, with a focus on portability and longer battery life for on-the-go productivity, although it may not handle demanding graphics as effectively as the ROG Flow X13.
Content Creation
8.2/10
7.6/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
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 Razer Book 13 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.
Screen Quality
8.4/10
7.3/10
13.4in
SIZE
13.4in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
511.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
507.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has a better screen than the Razer Book 13 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, the ASUS ROG Flow X13 offers a high-resolution display with excellent brightness and color accuracy, providing a crisp and vibrant viewing experience which is essential for browsing and media consumption. Engineers and designers will appreciate the wide color gamuts of the Flow X13, with its ability to accurately represent colors in DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB spaces, crucial for precision in visual work. However, gamers looking for smooth visuals may find the lower refresh rate on both the ASUS ROG Flow X13 and the Razer Book 13 less than ideal, as a higher refresh rate is critical for fluid motion and fast-paced gaming.
Battery
8.0 Hours
14.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has 8 hours of battery life. The Razer Book 13 has 14 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.
Cost
$2,500
$1,389
$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 Razer Book 13 costs $1,389.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS ROG Flow X13 to be very good for software development, while the Razer Book 13 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.
Portability
Very Good
Excellent
13.4in
SIZE
13.4in
2.8 lbs
WEIGHT
3.0 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Razer Book 13 to have excellent portability, while the ASUS ROG Flow X13 has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5/10
8.5/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 and Razer Book 13 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 Book 13 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 Razer Book is like an XPS 13, but faster. The Book 13 combines the design philosophy and performance of a Blade Stealth with the 16:10 display of a Dell XPS 13 for an impressive piece of hardware. Office users who want something more stylish than the typical Dell, HP or Lenovo will certainly find themselves drawn to this Razer subnotebook. If your priorities are to have the best-looking and fastest 13-inch laptop in the office over auxiliary features, however, then the Book 13 proudly fulfills that niche."
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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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