If you're looking for high performance for gaming or intensive tasks like 3D modeling or engineering software, the ASUS ROG Flow Z13 would be a good choice despite its higher price. On the other hand, if you value portability, longer battery life, and only need a laptop for general use such as web browsing, watching videos, or using office applications, the HP Stream 14" offers a budget-friendly option with adequate performance. Keep in mind that while the ASUS offers more power for demanding tasks, it may also be heavier and have a shorter battery life compared to the more lightweight and energy-efficient HP Stream. 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 display quality
Very good overall build quality
Excellent portability
Good speakers
Good keyboard
Advantages of the HP Stream 14"
The HP Stream 14" has no clear advantages over the ASUS ROG Flow Z13.
Key differences
General Use
8.0/10
6.5/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
511.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
6.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.5 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
9.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.1/10
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 is very good for general use, while the HP Stream 14" is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 excels in general use due to its powerful Intel i9 processor, ample amount of RAM, and high-quality screen, making it suitable for both demanding applications and multimedia enjoyment, albeit with moderate battery life and a premium for its portability due to its lightweight and compact build. Conversely, the HP Stream 14" has a less capable Celeron processor and lower screen quality, which might suffice for basic tasks, but it offers better battery life and is also lightweight, potentially appealing for those who prioritize simplicity and longer use on a single charge.
Gaming and AI
7.5/10
5.7/10
6.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 is good for gaming and AI, while the HP Stream 14" is poor.
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 excels in gaming and 3D applications due to its high-performance Nvidia RTX graphics card and high refresh rate screen, which provides smoother visuals and better responsiveness. In contrast, the HP Stream 14" falls short in these areas because of its basic Intel UHD Graphics and standard refresh rate screen, which are not designed to handle intensive graphics tasks effectively.
Engineering and Design
8.4/10
5.7/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
6.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 is very good for engineering and design, while the HP Stream 14" is poor.
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 is better suited for engineering and design due to its strong CPU, high-capacity RAM, dedicated GPU, and superior screen quality, which are crucial for performance-intensive tasks. Conversely, the HP Stream 14" lacks in these areas, offering less powerful processing capabilities and overall inferior hardware, making it less suitable for demanding engineering and design applications.
Content Creation
8.2/10
6.7/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 is very good for content creation, while the HP Stream 14" is only fair.
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
8.0/10
6.5/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 is very good for software development, while the HP Stream 14" is only fair.
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
8.4/10
5.2/10
13.4in
SIZE
14.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
511.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 has a better screen than the HP Stream 14" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 features a high-resolution, bright display that enhances readability and image crispness, making it suitable for daily tasks; its expansive color gamut ensures color accuracy crucial for engineering and design work. By contrast, the HP Stream 14" has a lower resolution and dimmer screen, which compromises visual clarity and color fidelity for all uses, resulting in an overall poor viewing experience. Despite its engineering prowess, the ASUS falls short for gaming and 3D applications because it lacks a high refresh rate which is key for smooth motion rendering in fast-paced visuals.
Portability
Excellent
Very Good
13.4in
SIZE
14.0in
2.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
0.5in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 has excellent portability, while the HP Stream 14" has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5/10
5.5/10
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 has very good build quality, while the HP Stream 14" has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,575
$299
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 has a price of $1,575 and the HP Stream 14" costs $299.
"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."
"With half of the main system memory and a fraction of the storage that we recommend in any budget Windows laptop, the HP Stream 14 does not impress. Perhaps it doesn't need to, depending on your reference point. For the price, you're getting a functional laptop with Windows 10, which already places the HP Stream 14 above most Chromebooks on that merit alone. Still, in this price range, you can't do much worse, but you can do better. In fact, for just $100 more, you can grab the much superior budget option, the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14."
Get a great deal on the ASUS ROG Flow Z13 or the HP Stream 14"
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 HP
HP, also known as Hewlett-Packard, is an American technology company that develops personal computers and computer peripherals. In the laptop industry, HP is known for its entry level Essential series laptops, its mid-range Pavilion, Envy, and Victus series, and high-end Omen and Spectre series, in addition to its business-oriented EliteBook, ProBook, and Dragonfly series laptops. HP laptops generally undercut other mainstream competitors in terms of price, placing itself as the value-oriented mainstream brand.
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