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Updated March 22, 2024·
If you prioritize high performance for gaming or demanding tasks like 3D modeling or machine learning, and don't mind spending extra, the ASUS ROG Flow X16 is a solid choice, but it's less portable. On the other hand, if you're looking for a more affordable option that's easier to carry around and suitable for general use or business applications, the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 is a better fit. The ThinkPad also typically offers better battery life, which is ideal for long workdays without access to a power source. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Flow X16
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good overall display quality
- Best in class speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkPad X13
- Very good for software development
- Very good portability
- Good battery life
- Excellent keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.6
6.7
7.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.0/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 is good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 offers a higher-end GPU and a faster screen refresh rate which substantially enhances gaming and 3D performance, making it better suited for those tasks compared to the Lenovo ThinkPad X13, which has a less powerful GPU and lower screen refresh rate but still provides decent capability for less demanding gaming and 3D applications. The ThinkPad X13, with its focus on business users, prioritizes CPU performance and screen quality but doesn't match the gaming-centric hardware of the ASUS.
Screen Quality
8.5
6.9
16.0in
SIZE
13.3in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
502.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 has a better screen than the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design, while the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 has a better screen for content creation.
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 features a high-resolution display that is bright and vibrant for an immersive experience in both general use and detail-oriented tasks such as engineering and design, where color accuracy is key. However, for gaming and 3D work, its lower refresh rate could make it less appealing when compared to dedicated gaming laptops. The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 offers good color representation and decent resolution and brightness suitable for everyday tasks and professional work, but like the ASUS, it falls short for gaming and 3D due to a lower refresh rate that doesn't provide the smooth visuals gamers often seek.
Battery
5.5 Hours
8.5 Hours
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 has 5.5 hours of battery life. The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 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
13.3in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
2.8 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 has very good portability, while the ASUS ROG Flow X16 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,300
$1,459
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 has a price of $1,300 and the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 costs $1,459.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.0
8.4
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
502.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
5.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.5 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
7.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.9/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 and ASUS ROG Flow X16 are both very good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 offers high-performance CPU and ample RAM, which, coupled with its superior screen quality, makes it excellent for demanding tasks and multimedia enjoyment, but it’s less portable and has shorter battery life, affecting its on-the-go use. Conversely, the Lenovo ThinkPad X13, while also providing a solid CPU and sufficient RAM for general use, shines in portability and longer battery life, with a durable build and reliable keyboard, making it ideal for users who prioritize mobility and all-day productivity.
Engineering and Design
8.3
8.0
8.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
7.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 and Lenovo ThinkPad X13 are both very good for engineering and design.
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 typically offers a powerful CPU, abundant RAM, and a high-end GPU, which are crucial for demanding engineering and design tasks along with an excellent screen quality for detailed visual work, but it may be less portable and noisier under load compared to other options. In contrast, the Lenovo ThinkPad X13, while still providing good performance components for engineering and design, places a stronger emphasis on portability and has a reputation for a high-quality keyboard and quieter operation, although it may not match the ASUS in sheer graphical processing or display fidelity.
Content Creation
8.0
8.2
8.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 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
8.1
8.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo ThinkPad X13 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.
Build Quality
8.5
8.5
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 and Lenovo ThinkPad X13 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 Lenovo ThinkPad X13 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS ROG Flow X16 | Lenovo ThinkPad X13 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,300 | $1,459 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2022 | September 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 9.6'' x 0.76'' | 11.9'' x 8.5'' x 0.63'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.63 lbs | 2.87 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.98" | 11.88" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.57" | 8.46" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS | AMD Ryzen 7 7840U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 32 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 | 8.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 41 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 13.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 502 nits | 321 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.4/10 | 8.9/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | Yes | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 9/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1440p | |
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 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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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."
Lenovo ThinkPad X13
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Benjamin Herzig | September 2023
"The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 G4 has very good input devices, a wide array of security features and ports as well as 5G in the tested configuration. It is more compact and lightweight compared with its predecessor, and it has improved speakers and a slightly better webcam. On the other hand, the fan is more annoying and the performance is barely improved. The battery is worse as well, but this is primarily attributable to the OLED screen - if this aspect is important, buyers should choose the IPS Low Power LCD."
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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 Lenovo
Lenovo is a Chinese technology company, and one of the largest personal computer vendor. They are well known for a variety of technology products, including laptops. Their consumer series include their entry level IdeaPad and LOQ series and mid-to-high-end Yoga and Legion series. On the business-oriented side, their series include their entry-level ThinkBook series and mid-to-high-end ThinkPad series. Lenovo laptops offer strong performance for reasonable prices, and are often on sale.
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