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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 is often somewhat less expensive and more portable, suitable for users who seek mobility without compromising on powerful performance, including intensive gaming. Its combination of a touchscreen, higher refresh rate, and lighter weight makes it ideal for on-the-go use and diverse tasks. The Razer Blade 15, while often somewhat more expensive and heavier, offers a larger screen and a more potent graphics card which may be better for demanding games and 3D tasks. It may be more suited for users who prioritize gaming and performance over portability and prefer a traditional laptop form factor without the need for a touchscreen. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Flow Z13
- Very good for general use
- Very good for software development
- Excellent portability
- Good battery life
Advantages of the Razer Blade 15
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Very good speakers
- Excellent keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
8.4
8.2
13.4in
SIZE
15.6in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
511.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
271.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 has a better screen than the Razer Blade 15 for general use, engineering and design, and software development.
For general use, both the ASUS ROG Flow Z13 and Razer Blade 15 provide sharp, vivid displays with good brightness, making reading and streaming a pleasant experience. Their high resolution and panel quality translate into precise color representation and wide color gamuts, which are crucial for detail-oriented engineering and design tasks. However, for gaming and 3D applications, their lower refresh rates could lead to less smooth visuals compared to other laptops designed with faster screens that cater specifically to these demands.
Battery
6.5 Hours
5.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 has 6.5 hours of battery life. The Razer Blade 15 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
15.6in
2.6 lbs
WEIGHT
4.4 lbs
0.5in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 has excellent portability, while the Razer Blade 15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,600
$2,500
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 has a price of $1,600 and the Razer Blade 15 costs $2,500.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.0
7.9
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
511.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
271.0 nits
6.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
9.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.7/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS ROG Flow Z13 to be very good for general use, while the Razer Blade 15 is good.
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 offers great versatility for general use with its detachable keyboard for tablet mode, high screen quality with a bright, high-resolution touchscreen, and a powerful CPU, all in a lightweight and portable design, but battery life is moderately short. The Razer Blade 15, on the other hand, features a similarly strong CPU and ample screen size with good color coverage for an immersive experience, a robust build with better heat management and speaker quality, and a longer battery life, though it is comparatively less portable due to its larger size and heavier weight.
Gaming and AI
7.5
8.0
6.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.0/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Razer Blade 15 to be very good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS ROG Flow Z13 is good.
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 has a powerful GPU and a high refresh rate screen that's good for gaming and 3D tasks, though its smaller screen size may limit viewing experience compared to the Razer Blade 15, which has a very powerful GPU better suited for demanding games and 3D applications, as well as a larger screen with a refresh rate conducive to smooth gameplay and visuals.
Engineering and Design
8.4
8.5
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
6.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Razer Blade 15 and ASUS ROG Flow Z13 are both very good for engineering and design.
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 excels in engineering and design as it features a high-end Intel i9 CPU, substantial RAM, a capable Nvidia RTX GPU, and excellent screen quality with high brightness and resolution, along with versatility due to its detachable keyboard for tablet use.
Content Creation
8.2
8.0
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 and Razer Blade 15 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
7.7
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS ROG Flow Z13 to be very good for software development, while the Razer Blade 15 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
8.5
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 and Razer Blade 15 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 Razer Blade 15 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS ROG Flow Z13 | Razer Blade 15 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,600 | $2,500 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | January 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 11.9'' x 8.1'' x 0.54'' | 14'' x 9.3'' x 0.67'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.6 lbs | 4.4 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 11.89" | 13.98" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.11" | 9.25" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i9-13900H | Intel i7-12800H | |
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 | 80 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 13.4" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 2560 x 1440 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 240Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 511 nits | 271 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 9.3/10 | 7.7/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.3/10 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 9/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 4K | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
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 | 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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Allen Ngo | March 2022
"The 2022 Blade 15 offers roughly 15 to 25 percent faster graphics performance and 20 percent faster CPU performance over last year's Core i7-11800H and RTX 3080 model. Thankfully, the system doesn't need to run noticeably louder or warmer to achieve faster results, but both power consumption and battery life take a hit. The higher consumption in particular appears to be a trend amongst many 12th gen Core laptops including the Schenker Uniwill Technology GM7AG8P or MSI Vector GP66 when compared to their previous generation counterparts. We're also glad to not see below-average CPU performance which was the case for the 10th gen Core i7-10875H model."
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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 Razer
Razer is an American-Singaporean technology company. Razer is best known for their Blade series laptops, well known for their strong performance and sleek design. Although Razer charges a premium price tag for their laptops, buyers can expect a stealthy laptop with clean fit and finish and strong performance. All of their models offer great portability and build quality compared to other gaming laptops.
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