When selecting between the ASUS ROG Flow Z13 and the Lenovo ThinkPad T14, consider that the ASUS is tailored for high-end gaming and creative tasks due to its powerful graphics and performance, but it will cost more and may have shorter battery life. In contrast, the ThinkPad T14 offers reliability and longer battery life at a more affordable price, making it suitable for business and general use; however, it won't match the ASUS in handling graphics-intensive applications as efficiently. The ThinkPad is also likely to be more durable and serviceable, aligning with the needs of professionals who prioritize longevity over raw performance. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Flow Z13
Good for gaming and AI
Very good overall display quality
Excellent portability
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkPad T14
Excellent keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.5/10
6.7/10
6.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.0/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.3/10
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 is good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 is equipped with a more powerful GPU and a higher screen refresh rate that provide smoother and more immersive gameplay, which makes it stand out for gaming and 3D applications. The Lenovo ThinkPad T14, while offering decent performance due to capable CPU and screen quality, doesn't match the ASUS on graphics and refresh rate, which are crucial for optimal gaming and 3D experiences.
Screen Quality
8.4/10
6.9/10
13.4in
SIZE
14.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
511.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 has a better screen than the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design, while the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has a better screen for content creation.
For general use, the ASUS ROG Flow Z13's superior resolution and brightness make it stand out, offering crisp visuals for everyday tasks and media consumption. In engineering and design, the Flow Z13's wide color gamut support ensures accurate color representation, which is crucial for detailed work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the lower refresh rate of the Flow Z13 results in less fluid motion compared to laptops designed specifically for these purposes, making its screen less ideal for high-paced, visually demanding activities.
Battery
6.5 Hours
9.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 has 6.5 hours of battery life. The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 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
2.9 lbs
0.5in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 has excellent portability, while the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,575
$1,241
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 has a price of $1,575 and the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 costs $1,241.
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 and ASUS ROG Flow Z13 are both very good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13, with its high-performance CPU and ample RAM, excels in demanding tasks and gaming, offering a quality screen and is designed for those on the go, though with the tradeoff of shorter battery life. The Lenovo ThinkPad T14, while also providing solid CPU performance and sufficient RAM for most tasks, emphasizes longer battery life and durability, making it ideal for business professionals who value longevity and robustness over a day without needing to recharge as often. Both laptops boast good storage capacity, comfortable keyboards, and manage operating noise and heat efficiently, maintaining a balance between performance and user comfort.
Engineering and Design
8.4/10
8.0/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
6.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 and Lenovo ThinkPad T14 are both very good for engineering and design.
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 offers top-tier CPU and GPU performance, ample RAM, and a high-quality screen, making it excellent for demanding engineering applications and design work that requires strong graphics processing. While the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 also delivers robust CPU and RAM capabilities for various engineering tasks, its GPU and screen quality may be less suited for intensive graphic design, but gains points on keyboard comfort and lower operating noise, which can be crucial for long work sessions.
Content Creation
8.2/10
8.3/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 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
8.0/10
8.3/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 and ASUS ROG Flow Z13 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.
Build Quality
8.5/10
8.0/10
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 and Lenovo ThinkPad T14 both have very good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the ASUS ROG Flow Z13 and the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 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."
"We like a lot about this laptop. It has many ports, with the inclusion of RJ45-Ethernet as a defining feature. WWAN is upgradable for maximum flexibility and the ThinkPad has many security functions. Working with the ThinkPad input devices is a lot of fun, and Lenovo puts in a serviceable Low Power panel. The AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 7840U delivers a great performance and does not drain the battery fast. Fan noise and temperatures are nothing special, but also far away from bad. With the user replaceable keyboard, the ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 has a special feature rarely present on most modern laptops."
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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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