The ASUS ROG Flow X16 is better suited for intensive tasks like gaming, 3D rendering, or machine learning due to its more powerful processor and dedicated graphics card. However, it's larger, heavier, and generally more expensive than the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14. The Zenbook Duo 14, with its unique dual-screen design and less powerful integrated graphics, is better for multitasking and general productivity at a somewhat lower price point. It's also more portable due to its smaller size and lighter weight, but you'll sacrifice performance for complex tasks compared to the Flow X16. Consider the main purpose of your laptop; if you need high performance for demanding applications, the Flow X16 is the better option, while the Zenbook Duo 14 is ideal for general use and multitasking. 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 display quality
Very good overall build quality
Best in class speakers
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14
Very good portability
Good battery life
Key differences
General Use
8.0/10
7.1/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
502.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
314.0 nits
5.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.5 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.7/10
7.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.2/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 is very good for general use, while the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 is good.
The ASUS ROG Flow X16's higher-end CPU and GPU, more RAM, larger and higher-resolution touch-enabled display, and significant battery capacity make it more suitable for a variety of tasks including demanding applications; however, it is heavier and has a shorter battery life compared to the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14, which is more portable and has longer battery life but comes with less RAM, a less powerful processor, and a smaller, lower-resolution screen.
Gaming and AI
7.6/10
6.1/10
7.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 is good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 boasts a stronger Nvidia RTX 3060 GPU and a higher screen refresh rate of 165Hz, suited for more demanding gaming and 3D applications, while the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 with an Intel Iris Xe GPU and a refresh rate of 60Hz is better suited for less intensive tasks and casual gaming.
Engineering and Design
8.3/10
6.6/10
8.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
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 Duo 14 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 excels in engineering and design due to its higher-performing AMD Ryzen 9 CPU, more RAM, and a more powerful Nvidia RTX GPU, paired with a high-quality display featuring excellent brightness and color coverage; however, it is heavier which affects portability. On the other hand, the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 offers a lower-tier Intel i7 and integrated graphics that are sufficient for many tasks, comes with less RAM, and its screen doesn't match the X16 in terms of quality, but it is more portable due to its lighter weight and longer battery life.
Content Creation
8.0/10
7.3/10
8.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 is very good for content creation, while the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 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
7.0/10
8.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.7/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 and ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 are both good for software development, though the ASUS ROG Flow X16 is somewhat better.
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
8.5/10
6.8/10
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
502.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
314.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 has a better screen than the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 has a high-resolution display that is sharp and bright, enhancing the experience for general use and providing the precise color accuracy needed for engineering and design work. However, its lower refresh rate compared to specialized gaming laptops makes it less ideal for fast-paced gaming or 3D rendering where smooth motion is crucial. On the other hand, the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 offers similar benefits for general use and professional design tasks with good color reproduction and resolution but also falls short for gaming and 3D work due to its refresh rate limitations.
Battery
5.5 Hours
8.5 Hours
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 has 5.5 hours of battery life. The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has 8.5 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
Good
Very Good
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 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 Duo 14 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,300
$999
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 has a price of $1,300 and the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 costs $999.
"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."
"The Asus ZenBook Duo's second screen is like the Apple Touch Bar, but better. Most would agree that having two screens instead of one can really boost productivity and the ZenBook Duo is no different in this regard. It's tough going back to just one screen after becoming accustomed to spacious dual-screen setups. For a laptop form factor, however, users will have to accept some compromises. Firstly, weight is the most obvious drawback as the system is several hundred grams heavier than a regular ZenBook 14. Additionally, colors on the second screen will not be as vivid as the main display."
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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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