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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 is generally less expensive and offers a higher refresh rate display, increased portability, and solid performance in general use, 3D/machine learning, and engineering tasks, making it suitable for gaming as well. On the other hand, the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has an OLED display providing better color accuracy and contrast, and it excels at tasks that require a high-resolution screen, such as creative work, though it is somewhat more expensive and has a standard refresh rate. Both have similar storage, RAM, processors, and graphic capabilities, but the Zenbook shines for creative professionals while the ROG Flow is more versatile for gaming and general high-performance needs. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Flow X16
- Very good overall build quality
Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X
- Very good for software development
- Good battery life
Key differences
Software Development
7.7
8.2
8.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is 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.
Screen Quality
8.5
8.3
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
502.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
354.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 has a better screen than the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has a better screen for general use, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, both the ASUS ROG Flow X16 and ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X deliver sharp, vibrant images with their high-resolution displays and bright screens, ensuring comfortable viewing in various lighting conditions. In engineering and design, their wide color gamuts cover a broad spectrum, displaying accurate and consistent colors crucial for precision work. However, for gaming and 3D tasks, the lower refresh rates on these laptops may result in less fluid motion and slower response times, which could hinder the immersive experience and performance in fast-paced games.
Battery
5.5 Hours
7.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 has 5.5 hours of battery life. The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has 7 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
7.6
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 has very good build quality, while the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.0
8.3
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
502.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
354.0 nits
5.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.3/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X and ASUS ROG Flow X16 are both very good for general use.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X offers a higher screen resolution and a brighter OLED display which is superior for visual tasks, supported by a slightly more potent Intel i7 CPU, making it very good for general use with a sleeker design. Meanwhile, the ASUS ROG Flow X16 is also capable for general use with a good AMD Ryzen CPU and an IPS display that provides a fast refresh rate, but it has a lower screen resolution and brightness compared to the Zenbook, even though it compensates with its 2-in-1 convertible flexibility.
Gaming and AI
7.6
7.5
7.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.6/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 and ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X are both good for gaming and AI.
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 stands out for gaming and 3D due to its significantly higher screen refresh rate, which can offer smoother visuals important for fast-paced games, but it pairs with an AMD processor which some may find less preferable compared to Intel's offerings in certain applications. The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X matches the Flow X16 with the same powerful GPU and a similar level of performance but offers an OLED screen with higher resolution and quality at the expense of a lower refresh rate, making it less optimal for games that benefit from higher frame rates.
Engineering and Design
8.3
8.6
8.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
7.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X and ASUS ROG Flow X16 are both very good for engineering and design.
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 and ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X both have high-performance CPUs, ample RAM, and quality GPUs suitable for demanding engineering and design tasks, but the Zenbook Pro 16X steps ahead with a higher-resolution OLED display which is superior for color-sensitive work. However, the ROG Flow X16 offers a higher refresh rate and 2-in-1 versatility, which is beneficial for interactive design work, but the Zenbook may appeal more to those prioritizing display quality and operating noise with its quieter and better-quality screen.
Content Creation
8.0
8.5
8.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X 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.
Portability
Good
Good
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
5.2 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 and ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,300
$1,300
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
$2,000
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 has a price of $1,300 and the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X costs $1,300.
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How the ASUS ROG Flow X16 and the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS ROG Flow X16 | ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,300 | $1,300 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2022 | October 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 9.6'' x 0.76'' | 14'' x 9.9'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.63 lbs | 5.29 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.98" | 13.98" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.57" | 9.88" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS | Intel i7-12700H | |
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 | 7 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 96 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | OLED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 3840 x 2400 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 502 nits | 354 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.4/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.5/10 | 9.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
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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ASUS ROG Flow X16
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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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Marc Herter, Alex Wätzel | November 2023
"The new Zenbook Pro 16X is more powerful, quieter and doesn't need to shy away from dedicated workstations and gamers. It is also comparatively compact, and our test device is the best Zenbook that we've reviewed so far. It seems equally suitable for content creators and gamers or anyone looking for a very powerful laptop that is still slim."
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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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