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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 is pricier, offers better portability, a higher-resolution touchscreen, and a more powerful processor, making it suitable for on-the-go use and demanding tasks. Conversely, the Eluktronics RP-15 costs less but is less portable due to its larger size and weight. It offers a bigger screen with high resolution not touch-capable, a slightly less powerful processor, and more gaming-oriented features. For heavy-duty work and portability, consider the ASUS, while for a stationary, gaming-centric setup at a lower cost, the RP-15 would be suitable. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Flow Z13
- Very good for general use
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall build quality
- Excellent portability
Advantages of the Eluktronics RP-15
- The Eluktronics RP-15 has no clear advantages over the ASUS ROG Flow Z13.
Key differences
General Use
8.0
7.5
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
511.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
6.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
9.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.8/10
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 is very good for general use, while the Eluktronics RP-15 is good.
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 is very good for general use because it is highly portable with its lightweight design and detachable keyboard for tablet use, providing great flexibility with an excellent screen quality. Conversely, the Eluktronics RP-15, while also good for general use, offers a larger screen but is significantly heavier and lacks a touchscreen, making it less portable but potentially better for those who favor a bigger display for productivity tasks.
Content Creation
8.2
7.6
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 is very good for content creation, while the Eluktronics RP-15 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
8.0
7.4
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 is very good for software development, while the Eluktronics RP-15 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
8.4
8.0
13.4in
SIZE
15.6in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
511.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 has a better screen than the Eluktronics RP-15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
When considering general use, both the ASUS ROG Flow Z13 and the Eluktronics RP-15 offer high resolution and brightness, making for sharp and clear displays that are comfortable to view. For engineering and design, these laptops have wide color gamuts, ensuring accurate color reproduction which is crucial for professionals in fields such as graphic design and photo editing. However, for gaming and 3D applications, their screens fall short due to lower refresh rates, which means less fluid motion and potentially less immersive experiences during fast-paced games or 3D modeling sessions.
Portability
Excellent
Fair
13.4in
SIZE
15.6in
2.6 lbs
WEIGHT
4.9 lbs
0.5in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 has excellent portability, while the Eluktronics RP-15 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5
7.2
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 has very good build quality, while the Eluktronics RP-15 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,600
$1,399
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 has a price of $1,600 and the Eluktronics RP-15 costs $1,399.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
7.5
7.8
6.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.5/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The Eluktronics RP-15 and ASUS ROG Flow Z13 are both good for gaming and AI.
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 is praised for gaming and 3D because it features a high-quality graphics card suitable for intensive tasks, along with a high screen refresh rate that ensures a smooth visual experience; it also offers good screen quality and processing power in a highly portable form factor. In comparison, the Eluktronics RP-15, equipped with a similarly robust graphics card and screen refresh rate, provides a larger screen and generally matches the performance ideal for gaming and 3D tasks, but trades off some portability due to a bigger size and higher weight.
Engineering and Design
8.4
8.2
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
6.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 and Eluktronics RP-15 are both very good for engineering and design.
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 stands out for engineering and design use due to its high-performance Intel i9 processor and Nvidia RTX 4050 GPU, paired with a high-resolution touchscreen display that offers excellent color accuracy and brightness for detailed design work.
Battery
6.5 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 has 6.5 hours of battery life. The Eluktronics RP-15 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 Eluktronics RP-15 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS ROG Flow Z13 | Eluktronics RP-15 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,600 | $1,399 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 11.9'' x 8.1'' x 0.54'' | 14.2'' x 9.7'' x 1.05'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.6 lbs | 4.97 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 11.89" | 14.16" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.11" | 9.67" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i9-13900H | AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6.5 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 56 Wh | 62 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 13.4" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 2560 x 1440 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 165Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 511 nits | 350 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 9.3/10 | 6.9/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.3/10 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 4K | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 1 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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ASUS ROG Flow Z13
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Andreas Osthoff | March 2022
"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."
Eluktronics RP-15
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Eber Anthony | October 2020
"To conclude, I’m genuinely impressed with Eluktronics and what they have been able to deliver with the RP-15. You see this is all about maximizing performance, cooling, and giving users the most flexible I/O, and then wrapping it into a chassis that doesn’t feel super cheap. Let’s also not forget the price point, I think they have really nailed it in that department."
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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 Eluktronics
Eluktronics is a relatively new American gaming laptop company, founded in 2011. They are a reseller for the Taiwanese brand Clevo, who manufacture laptops exclusively and ship them to resellers like Eluktronics who customize them. Eluktronics laptops generally have great hardware specifications for the money, including the CPU, GPU, and RAM. They also feature a relatively clean design by gaming laptop standards, with few logos and discreet colors.
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