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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 offers better portability due to its smaller screen and lighter weight, making it ideal for on-the-go usage, along with a high refresh rate display that's beneficial for fast-paced gaming. However, its battery life is shorter compared to the MSI Creator Z16P, which also has a larger screen and is better suited for creative tasks like video editing or 3D modeling, thanks to a more powerful GPU. Both laptops are similarly priced and equipped for high-end performance tasks, but the MSI has a longer battery life at the cost of being heavier and less portable. 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
- Excellent portability
- Good battery life
Advantages of the MSI Creator Z16P
- Very good speakers
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
8.4
8.3
13.4in
SIZE
16.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
511.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
394.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 has a better screen than the MSI Creator Z16P for gaming and AI, software development, and content creation.
For general use, both the ASUS ROG Flow Z13 and the MSI Creator Z16P offer screens with high resolution and brightness, providing sharp, clear visuals and good visibility in various lighting conditions, crucial for everyday tasks. Their wide color gamuts ensure accurate color reproduction, which is essential for professionals in engineering and design who require precision for tasks like CAD and graphic design. However, for gaming and 3D applications where the fluidity of motion is key, the lower refresh rates of these laptops' displays may not deliver the smooth experience preferred by gamers and those working with fast-paced visuals.
Battery
6.5 Hours
5.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 has 6.5 hours of battery life. The MSI Creator Z16P has 5 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
Good
13.4in
SIZE
16.0in
2.6 lbs
WEIGHT
5.2 lbs
0.5in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 has excellent portability, while the MSI Creator Z16P has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,575
$1,300
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 has a price of $1,575 and the MSI Creator Z16P costs $1,300.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.0
7.8
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
511.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
394.0 nits
6.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
9.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.2/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS ROG Flow Z13 to be very good for general use, while the MSI Creator Z16P is good.
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 excels in general use thanks to its high-resolution IPS touchscreen, efficient heat management, and impressive portability due to its lower weight and detachable keyboard that allows for tablet mode, though it has less battery life than the MSI Creator Z16P. Meanwhile, the MSI Creator Z16P, with a larger and bright IPS display, robust battery capacity, and a high-quality keyboard, offers comfort in prolonged usage despite being heavier and somewhat lacking in portability compared to the ASUS model.
Gaming and AI
7.5
7.6
6.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.4/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.7/10
The MSI Creator Z16P and ASUS ROG Flow Z13 are both good for gaming and AI.
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 boasts a Nvidia RTX 4050 GPU and a 165Hz screen refresh rate in a highly portable tablet-laptop hybrid form, making it excellent for gaming and 3D applications on the go. On the other hand, the MSI Creator Z16P offers a more powerful Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti GPU and the same refresh rate on a larger screen, with greater suitability for those tasks but in a less portable, heavier laptop design.
Engineering and Design
8.4
8.3
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
6.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 and MSI Creator Z16P are both very good for engineering and design.
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13, with its Intel i9 processor, Nvidia RTX 4050 graphics, and a high-resolution, high-brightness display, is ideal for engineering and design due to its excellent performance and superior screen quality which is crucial for these tasks. Meanwhile, the MSI Creator Z16P also with a top-tier Intel i9 processor, high-performance Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti graphics card, and a similar quality display makes it highly suitable for engineering and design work, offering more physical connectivity but at a tradeoff of added weight and reduced ease of transport compared to the ASUS.
Content Creation
8.2
7.9
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS ROG Flow Z13 to be very good for content creation, while the MSI Creator Z16P 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
7.6
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS ROG Flow Z13 to be very good for software development, while the MSI Creator Z16P 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.
Build Quality
8.5
8.0
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 and MSI Creator Z16P 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 MSI Creator Z16P compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS ROG Flow Z13 | MSI Creator Z16P |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,575 | $1,300 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | June 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 11.9'' x 8.1'' x 0.54'' | 14.1'' x 10.2'' x 0.75'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.6 lbs | 5.27 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 11.89" | 14.13" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.11" | 10.18" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i9-13900H | Intel i9-12900H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6.5 Hours | 5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 56 Wh | 90 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 | 165Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 511 nits | 394 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 9.3/10 | 7.2/10 | |
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 | 7.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 8.8/10 | |
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 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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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."
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Mario Petzold | June 2022
"There's almost nothing left to be desired with the MSI Z16P. The creator laptop offers enormous performance resources for image editing, video editing, rendering, and more. All this is presented on a precalibrated, adequately sized, and high-resolution display. Its color space, refresh rate, and panel technology are also perfectly suited for a device that specializes in video reproduction and editing."
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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 MSI
MSI, also known as Micro-Star International, is a Taiwanese technology corporation. MSI is known for their wide range of gaming devices. Their series include the entry-level Cyborg/Thin and Sword/Katana series, the mid-range Bravo/Delta and Crosshair/Pulse series, and their high-end Vector, Raider, Stealth, and Titan GT series. At every performance level, MSI offers a variety of devices with varying balances between performance, battery life, weight, and price, making them a solid option to consider at every price point.
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