If you prioritize performance for tasks like 3D modeling, machine learning, or gaming, the ASUS ROG Flow Z13 with its high-end processor and dedicated graphics card is the better choice, despite its higher price and moderately less battery life. On the other hand, if you prefer something more affordable and value battery life and portability for general use like web browsing and office applications, the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is a suitable choice with a fanless design for quiet operation, but it comes with significantly less power and a lower resolution screen which is not as suitable for intensive applications. The ASUS also offers the flexibility of a detachable keyboard, allowing it to double as a tablet, which the Lenovo does not. 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 Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14"
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has no clear advantages over the ASUS ROG Flow Z13.
Key differences
General Use
8.0/10
6.1/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
511.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
239.0 nits
6.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
9.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.3/10
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 is very good for general use, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is only fair.
PerfectRec’s General Use Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for general productivity, web browsing, streaming, video calls, and running a wide variety of apps and programs.
Gaming and AI
7.5/10
5.5/10
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
10.0/10
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 is good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is poor.
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 is superior for gaming and 3D tasks because it's equipped with a robust Nvidia RTX 4050 GPU and a screen that refreshes at 165 times per second, enhancing both the visual detail and smoothness vital for gaming. Conversely, the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" uses a much less powerful Intel UHD Graphics 600 GPU and a screen with a standard refresh rate of 60 times per second, providing far less graphical fidelity and fluidity needed for high-end gaming or 3D work.
Engineering and Design
8.4/10
5.5/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
6.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 is very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is poor.
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 outperforms the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" for engineering and design due to its superior CPU, RAM, and GPU, which are crucial for such demanding tasks, combined with a high-quality screen that provides more vibrant colors and sharper images. While the IdeaPad offers greater portability and silent operation, its lower-performing hardware and screen quality make it less suitable for engineering and design applications where processing power and visual precision are paramount.
Content Creation
8.2/10
6.2/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 is very good for content creation, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 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
6.4/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 is very good for software development, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 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
5.3/10
13.4in
SIZE
14.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
511.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
239.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 likely boasts a higher resolution and brighter panel which is crucial for sharp, clear images in everyday tasks, and it may cover a wider color gamut, ensuring accurate colors for engineering and design work. However, its lower refresh rate is a disadvantage for gaming and 3D work, where smooth motion is key. The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14", with lower quality across these aspects, offers less clarity and color accuracy for any task, and the poor refresh rate impacts the ability to handle fast-paced visuals in gaming and 3D applications.
Battery
6.5 Hours
9.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 has 6.5 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has 9 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
Excellent
Very Good
13.4in
SIZE
14.0in
2.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.0 lbs
0.5in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 has excellent portability, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5/10
6.0/10
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 has very good build quality, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,575
$153
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 has a price of $1,575 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" costs $153.
"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."
"The IdeaPad 1 14 is a simple machine, but it’s well-designed and has nearly everything you’d expect from a no-nonsense laptop that allows you to check emails and get schoolwork or other light tasks done with relative ease. A "true" 128GB SSD (as opposed to an eMMC drive) and a roomy 14-inch full HD display are arguably the star attractions, with the comfortable keyboard and reasonably modern styling playing important backup roles."
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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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