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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 and ASUS ROG Flow Z13 are both versatile 2-in-1 laptops with touchscreens and stylus support; the X16 is a convertible with a 360-degree hinge, while the Z13 is a detachable with a keyboard you can completely remove. When considering battery capacity, the X16 may last longer, while the Z13 has a stronger graphics card which is better for gaming or graphics-heavy tasks but can consume more power. The Z13 is also lighter and thinner, offering greater portability. Choose the X16 for longer battery life and a slightly lower cost, or the Z13 for better graphics performance and ease of portability. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Flow X16
- Best in class speakers
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the ASUS ROG Flow Z13
- Very good for software development
- Excellent portability
- Good battery life
Key differences
Screen Quality
8.5
8.4
16.0in
SIZE
13.4in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
502.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
511.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 has a better screen than the ASUS ROG Flow X16 for content creation.
For general use, both the ASUS ROG Flow X16 and Z13 offer high-resolution displays and brightness that enhance visibility and clarity, which is beneficial for everyday tasks like browsing and video streaming. In engineering and design, their displays cover broad color gamuts, ensuring accurate color reproduction crucial for detailed work in applications like CAD or photo editing. However, their poor screen quality for gaming and 3D stems from lower refresh rates, which can result in less fluid motion and responsiveness during fast-paced games or while working with complex 3D models.
Portability
Good
Excellent
16.0in
SIZE
13.4in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
2.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 has excellent portability, while the ASUS ROG Flow X16 has good portability.
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Cost
$1,300
$1,575
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 has a price of $1,300 and the ASUS ROG Flow Z13 costs $1,575.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.0
8.0
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
502.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
511.0 nits
5.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.5 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.2/10
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 and ASUS ROG Flow X16 are both very good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 offers a balance of high-speed CPU and sufficient RAM, with excellent screen quality and increased portability due to its smaller size and longer battery life, making it very good for general use. Meanwhile, the ASUS ROG Flow X16, with similar CPU and RAM capabilities, prioritizes a larger screen and might not last as long on a single charge, offering a broader visual experience but at the expense of some portability and battery endurance, placing it as a good option for those not prioritizing mobility.
Gaming and AI
7.6
7.5
7.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.2/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.2/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 and ASUS ROG Flow Z13 are both good for gaming and AI.
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 and ASUS ROG Flow Z13 are both suitable for gaming and 3D tasks because they have high-performance GPUs and fast screen refresh rates, which are critical for smooth visuals during intensive tasks. While the X16 features an Nvidia RTX 3060 GPU and a slightly larger screen which may improve image quality, the Z13 houses an Nvidia RTX 4050 GPU and offers a more compact form factor, providing balance between power and portability.
Engineering and Design
8.3
8.4
8.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.5/10
7.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 and ASUS ROG Flow X16 are both very good for engineering and design.
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 boasts a high-capacity battery, larger screen size, and AMD's powerful Ryzen 9 CPU coupled with the Nvidia RTX 3060 GPU, making it well-suited for engineering and design work that demands long-lasting performance and high-quality visuals. On the other hand, the ASUS ROG Flow Z13 offers greater portability and features a more recent Intel i9 CPU and RTX 4050 GPU, ensuring strong performance for engineering applications in a more compact and versatile form factor with its detachable keyboard. Both devices offer excellent screen quality, ample RAM, and touch capability, catering to the needs of professionals in engineering and design.
Content Creation
8.0
8.2
8.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.5/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 and ASUS ROG Flow X16 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
7.7
8.0
8.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS ROG Flow Z13 to be very good for software development, while the ASUS ROG Flow X16 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.
Battery
5.5 Hours
6.5 Hours
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 has 5.5 hours of battery life. The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 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.
Build Quality
8.5
8.5
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 and ASUS ROG Flow Z13 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 X16 and the ASUS ROG Flow Z13 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS ROG Flow X16 | ASUS ROG Flow Z13 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,300 | $1,575 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2022 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 9.6'' x 0.76'' | 11.9'' x 8.1'' x 0.54'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.63 lbs | 2.6 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.98" | 11.89" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.57" | 8.11" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS | Intel i9-13900H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 5.5 Hours | 6.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 56 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 13.4" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 165Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 502 nits | 511 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.4/10 | 9.3/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7/10 | 7.3/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 4K | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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Christian Hintze | June 2023
"Above all else, the Asus ROG Flow X16 is one thing - versatile! It is a thin, mobile work device, it's a 2-in-1, tablet, a powerful workstation and even a gaming PC. But something even more surprising: It does all of these things really well without making any big blunders. It's anything but a lazy compromise. Because, despite its compact dimensions and 2-in-1 functionality, the hardware isn't throttled and boasts, at least in turbo mode, above-average performance."
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Andreas Osthoff | March 2022
"The Asus ROG Flow Z13 is a gaming tablet with powerful Alder Lake i9 CPU. The ROG Flow Z13 impresses with its good cooling. After our review, the impression is predominantly positive. Besides a very fast Alder Lake CPU and stable gaming performance, especially the cooling system is surprisingly effective and quiet. You can use the integrated speakers without any issues while gaming. The 1200p display in the 16:10 format also impresses with good color reproduction and high brightness. Since the battery runtimes aren't particularly long as it is, we wouldn't recommend the optional 4K panel."
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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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