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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize a more portable and versatile device for general use, the ASUS ROG Flow Z13 with its smaller screen and lighter weight makes sense, plus it has a touchscreen and a higher pixel density for sharper visuals. However, it may cost more, and its battery life doesn't last as long as the Lenovo's. On the other hand, the Lenovo Legion Slim 7 16" offers a larger screen for an immersive experience especially in engineering tasks and 3D applications, a slightly better battery life, and tends to be less expensive. It's more suitable for you if you prefer a bigger display and possibly a bit more power for intense gaming or heavy software use, although it is heavier, impacting its portability. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Flow Z13
- Very good overall build quality
- Excellent portability
Advantages of the Lenovo Legion Slim 7 16"
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Very good speakers
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.5
8.2
6.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.3/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 16" is very good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS ROG Flow Z13 is good.
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 has a more powerful Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU and a higher screen refresh rate of 240Hz, making it very good for gaming and 3D tasks, whereas the ASUS ROG Flow Z13 features a slightly less powerful Nvidia RTX 4050 GPU and a 165Hz screen refresh rate, contributing to its good performance in the same areas.
Screen Quality
8.4
8.7
13.4in
SIZE
16.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
511.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
502.0 nits
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 has a better screen than the ASUS ROG Flow Z13 for gaming and AI.
If you prioritize a vibrant display and detail for tasks like browsing or watching videos, both the ASUS ROG Flow Z13 and the Lenovo Legion Slim 7 16" offer excellent resolution and brightness, ensuring crisp and bright visuals. For those engaged in engineering and design, accurate color representation is crucial, and both laptops provide a wide color gamut, covering a broad spectrum of colors used by professionals. However, for gaming and 3D applications, where the smoothness of motion is key, the lower refresh rates on these laptops may not deliver the fluid experience desired by gamers or those working with fast-paced visuals.
Portability
Excellent
Good
13.4in
SIZE
16.0in
2.6 lbs
WEIGHT
4.4 lbs
0.5in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 has excellent portability, while the Lenovo Legion Slim 7 16" has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5
7.6
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 has very good build quality, while the Lenovo Legion Slim 7 16" has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,860
$1,680
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 has a price of $1,860 and the Lenovo Legion Slim 7 16" costs $1,680.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.0
8.2
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
511.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
502.0 nits
6.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
9.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 16" and ASUS ROG Flow Z13 are both very good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 offers high portability in a hybrid design that functions as both a laptop and tablet, while also packing a potent CPU, ample RAM, and a high-quality screen optimized for strong visuals and touch interaction, making it ideal for general use where versatility and portability are key. In contrast, the Lenovo Legion Slim 7 16" provides a larger screen and extended battery life paired with similar CPU capabilities and RAM, superior audio and keyboard quality, and better thermal performance, suiting users who prioritize a traditional laptop experience with a focus on longer unplugged usability and comfort.
Engineering and Design
8.4
8.6
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
6.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 16" and ASUS ROG Flow Z13 are both very good for engineering and design.
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 stands out for engineering and design with its high-performance Intel CPU and Nvidia GPU, which is complemented by a high-resolution touchscreen display, making it suitable for detail-oriented work; however, this comes with reduced battery life and a more compact screen size compared to the Lenovo Legion Slim 7 16", which offers a larger screen and longer battery life, powered by an AMD CPU and a slightly more powerful Nvidia GPU, thus providing a balance between performance and more comfortable extended use.
Content Creation
8.2
8.3
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 16" and ASUS ROG Flow Z13 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
8.0
8.0
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 and Lenovo Legion Slim 7 16" are both very good for software development.
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
7.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 has 6.5 hours of battery life. The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 has 7 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 Lenovo Legion Slim 7 16" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS ROG Flow Z13 | Lenovo Legion Slim 7 16" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,860 | $1,680 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 11.9'' x 8.1'' x 0.54'' | 14.1'' x 10.2'' x 0.69'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.6 lbs | 4.4 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 11.89" | 14.08" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.11" | 10.21" | |
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 | 1 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6.5 Hours | 7 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 56 Wh | 99.9 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 13.4" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 240Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 511 nits | 502 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 9.3/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.3/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 4K | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
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 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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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."
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Benjamin Herzig | November 2022
"The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 is a slim Legion notebook that is just as excellent with Nvidia & Intel. However, the Legion Slim 7i slightly sullied by lacklustre battery life. You get a slim aluminium chassis, great input devices, decent port selection, fast high-quality WQXGA display and great performance. Supporting Thunderbolt 4 is one advantage of the Intel/Nvidia model tested in this review. Moreover, this variant has slightly higher CPU performance as well as better GPU performance in certain applications (e.g. CUDA-based apps). The Lenovo Legion S7i is thin, premium and performant – but less efficient than its AMD counterpart."
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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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