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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED offers a higher resolution OLED touchscreen with vibrant colors, making it excellent for multimedia and creative tasks, though it is slightly heavier and has a shorter battery life compared to the LG Ultra 13. In contrast, the LG Ultra 13 is lighter, boasts a longer battery life, and provides more RAM, which is beneficial for multitasking and slightly heavier workloads. The ASUS has a higher price and a better screen with a higher refresh rate but less storage, while the LG is more affordable and more portable but with a lower-quality display and less onboard storage. If portability and battery life are paramount, the LG Ultra 13 is advisable. If screen quality and performance for graphics-intensive tasks outweigh the need for extended battery life and lower cost, the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED is recommended. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED
- Good for engineering and design
- Very good overall display quality
- Good speakers
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the LG Ultra 13
- Excellent portability
- Very good battery life
Key differences
Engineering and Design
7.7
6.6
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.7/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED is good for engineering and design, while the LG Ultra 13 is only fair.
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED's better CPU, GPU, and high-quality OLED screen make it more suitable for engineering and design tasks, which often require strong processing power and clear visual representation. Whereas the LG Ultra 13 offers more RAM, which is beneficial for multitasking, but it has a less powerful CPU and GPU, and a lower-quality IPS screen, making it less ideal for intensive engineering applications despite its superior portability and quieter operating noise.
Screen Quality
8.6
6.9
14.0in
SIZE
13.3in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
376.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED has a better screen than the LG Ultra 13 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED excels in general use and engineering/design tasks thanks to its OLED panel that offers deep blacks, vibrant colors, and high resolution, ensuring sharp images and a wide color gamut suitable for precise color work. However, it falls short for gaming and 3D because it lacks a high refresh rate, which is crucial for smooth motion and quick visual feedback. In contrast, the LG Ultra 13, with its good quality panel, provides satisfactory image clarity and color representation for both general use and technical applications, but like the Zenbook, it isn't ideal for gaming or 3D work due to its standard refresh rate.
Battery
6.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED has 6 hours of battery life. The LG Ultra 13 has 10 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
Very Good
Excellent
14.0in
SIZE
13.3in
3.4 lbs
WEIGHT
2.1 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The LG Ultra 13 has excellent portability, while the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$575
$529
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
$900
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED has a price of $575 and the LG Ultra 13 costs $529.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.5
7.2
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
376.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.3/10
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED and LG Ultra 13 are both good for general use.
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED is preferred for general use for its high-quality OLED screen and capable Intel CPU, ideal for tasks needing good visual fidelity and multitasking, though it's slightly heavier and has a lower battery life. The LG Ultra 13, on the other hand, with a solid AMD Ryzen CPU and higher RAM, promises longer battery life and greater portability due to its lighter weight, making it well-suited for on-the-go users despite having a lower-resolution screen.
Gaming and AI
6.5
6.1
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED and LG Ultra 13 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED has a higher screen refresh rate, which is beneficial for smoother visuals in gaming and 3D applications, while the LG Ultra 13 has a lower refresh rate which might not be as smooth for such tasks. Both have integrated GPUs that are suitable for casual gaming and basic 3D work but lack the advanced graphics performance found in dedicated gaming or professional 3D graphics laptops.
Content Creation
7.6
7.2
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.7/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED and LG Ultra 13 are both 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
7.5
7.2
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.7/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED and LG Ultra 13 are both 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
7.8
7.4
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED and LG Ultra 13 both have 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 Zenbook 14X OLED and the LG Ultra 13 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED | LG Ultra 13 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$575 | $529 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | January 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.7'' x 8.9'' x 0.67'' | 12.1'' x 8.1'' x 0.6'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.44 lbs | 2.16 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.67" | 12.08" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.88" | 8.14" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-13500H | AMD Ryzen 7 4700U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 10 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 70 Wh | 51 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 13.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | OLED | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2880 x 1800 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 120Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 376 nits | 300 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.3/10 | 9.3/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.5/10 | 8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED
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Matthew Buzzi | September 2023
"While one of the more budget-friendly configurations of the Asus Zenbook 14X OLED may make a compelling case as a top value pick, it’s difficult to be disappointed with the more expensive model we reviewed here. At its core, for all models, it’s a luxury-built laptop with extreme portability and a gorgeous OLED display. Our unit rocks with a snappy Core i9 processor for getting real work done, and the discrete GPU—even if it has a clear power ceiling—is a bonus for creative pros."
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Joshua Goldman | April 2017
"The 13.3-inch LG Gram is a fine fit if you need to travel as light as possible for as long as possible without spending a fortune to do it. It might not be particularly sturdy or have an eye-catching design and its webcam is less than ideal, but with its sharp touch display, comfortable backlit keyboard, responsive touchpad and a fingerprint reader for extra security, the Gram makes a respectible everyday laptop for business or school work."
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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 LG
LG is a South Korean conglomerate company. While LG is mainly known for various products outside of technology, LG also develops laptops. Within the laptop industry, they are known for their thin-and-light Gram series, as well as their value-oriented Ultra series. LG laptops offer very thin and light laptops with phenomenal battery life, and are often on sale.
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