If you need a laptop with more powerful performance for tasks such as 3D rendering, machine learning, or gaming, the ASUS ROG Flow X16 would be a better choice; it has a better GPU, more RAM, and a faster processor. However, the Zenbook 14X OLED, while less expensive and with a superior OLED screen for vivid color reproduction, features a less powerful processor and integrated graphics, making it sufficient for general use and some design work but not optimal for more intensive tasks. The Zenbook is also lighter and more portable with a slightly longer battery life, making it better suited for on-the-go use. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Flow X16
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Very good for content creation
Very good overall build quality
Best in class speakers
Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED
Very good portability
Good battery life
Key differences
General Use
8.0/10
7.5/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
502.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
376.0 nits
5.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.3/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 is very good for general use, while the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED is good.
PerfectRec’s General Use Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for general productivity, web browsing, streaming, video calls, and running a wide variety of apps and programs.
Gaming and AI
7.6/10
6.5/10
7.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 is good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED 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
8.3/10
7.7/10
8.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
7.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED is good.
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 stands out for engineering and design tasks due to its more powerful AMD Ryzen 9 processor and Nvidia RTX graphics, combined with a larger, high-refresh-rate IPS screen that doubles as a tablet, enhancing creative work.
Screen Quality
8.5/10
8.6/10
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
502.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
376.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 has a better screen than the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED for gaming and AI, and content creation, while the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED has a better screen for general use, and engineering and design.
For general use, both the ASUS ROG Flow X16 and ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED offer high resolution and brightness, making text sharp and vibrant, which enhances everyday activities like browsing and video streaming. Engineering and design professionals will appreciate the wide color gamuts provided by these laptops, ensuring accurate color representation for tasks like photo editing and CAD work. However, for gaming and 3D rendering, where high refresh rates are crucial for smooth motion, both laptops fall short, which could hinder the gaming experience and the precision needed for 3D applications.
Portability
Good
Very Good
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.4 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED has very good portability, while the ASUS ROG Flow X16 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5/10
7.8/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 has very good build quality, while the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,300
$825
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 has a price of $1,300 and the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED costs $825.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS ROG Flow X16 to be very good for content creation, while the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED 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
7.7/10
7.5/10
8.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 and ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED are both good for software development.
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
6.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 has 5.5 hours of battery life. The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED has 6 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.
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How the ASUS ROG Flow X16 and the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED compare to other laptops
"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."
"While one of the more budget-friendly configurations of the Asus Zenbook 14X OLED may make a compelling case as a top value pick, it’s difficult to be disappointed with the more expensive model we reviewed here. At its core, for all models, it’s a luxury-built laptop with extreme portability and a gorgeous OLED display. Our unit rocks with a snappy Core i9 processor for getting real work done, and the discrete GPU—even if it has a clear power ceiling—is a bonus for creative pros."
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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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