The ASUS ROG Flow Z13, being more expensive, offers high performance suitable for intensive gaming, 3D rendering, and machine learning tasks due to its powerful processor and dedicated graphics. It's more portable than the Zenbook 14X OLED but has shorter battery life. Conversely, the Zenbook is more affordable, with a screen that shows colors vividly thanks to its OLED panel, making it better for general use and media consumption; however, it's less powerful and heavier, which may not be suitable for performance-heavy tasks or prolonged portability. Essentially, choose the Flow Z13 for power and gaming, and the Zenbook 14X OLED for color-rich media and everyday use. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Flow Z13
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall build quality
Excellent portability
Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED
Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
8.0/10
7.5/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
511.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
376.0 nits
6.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
9.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.3/10
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 is very good for general use, while the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED is good.
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 outshines with its more powerful CPU and double the RAM, which translates into better performance for demanding applications; the inclusion of a dedicated GPU also makes it suitable for light gaming or graphic tasks. Conversely, the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED, while less capable in raw power, boasts a superior OLED screen for exceptional color and contrast, coupled with a lighter build and longer battery life, making it a more portable option for general use and multimedia consumption.
Gaming and AI
7.5/10
6.5/10
6.2/10
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
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 is good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 stands out for gaming and 3D applications mainly due to its stronger GPU, the Nvidia RTX 4050, which offers higher performance compared to the integrated graphics on the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED, the Intel i5-13500H Iris Xe.
Engineering and Design
8.4/10
7.7/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
6.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED is good.
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 stands out for engineering and design tasks due to its powerful Intel i9 processor, abundant RAM, and dedicated Nvidia RTX GPU, which are essential for intensive tasks and rendering; additionally, its high-quality IPS screen enhances visual clarity. In contrast, the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED, while still suitable for engineering and design, offers a less potent Intel i5 processor, less RAM, and an integrated GPU, which may suffice for lighter tasks; however, its OLED display provides excellent color accuracy and contrast that might appeal to design professionals prioritizing screen quality over raw computing power.
Content Creation
8.2/10
7.6/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 is 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.
Screen Quality
8.4/10
8.6/10
13.4in
SIZE
14.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
511.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
376.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 has a better screen than the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED for gaming and AI, software development, 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 Z13 and ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED have screens with clear resolution and bright displays, making text and images appear sharp and vivid, which is comfortable for everyday tasks. For engineering and design, these laptops' screens offer wide color coverage, accurately rendering a broad spectrum of colors needed by professionals to ensure their designs match their vision. However, for gaming and 3D, these laptops fall short as their screens don't have high refresh rates, which are essential for smooth visuals and fast-paced action that gamers and 3D animators rely on.
Portability
Excellent
Very Good
13.4in
SIZE
14.0in
2.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.4 lbs
0.5in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 has excellent portability, while the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5/10
7.8/10
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 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
$1,575
$825
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 has a price of $1,575 and the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED costs $825.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS ROG Flow Z13 to be very good for software development, while the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED 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
6.5 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 has 6.5 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 Z13 and the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED compare to other laptops
"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."
"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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