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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 offers a high-resolution touchscreen and a 2-in-1 convertible design, allowing for use as both a laptop and a tablet, with a premium build and lighter weight for portability. On the other hand, the larger Gigabyte A7 boasts more powerful graphics suitable for gaming and 3D applications, with a heftier build and shorter battery life, making it less ideal for constant travel but better for performance-demanding tasks. Choose the ASUS if you value portability and versatility, and the Gigabyte if you prioritize gaming performance and are less concerned about weight and battery longevity. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13
- Excellent portability
- Very good battery life
Advantages of the Gigabyte A7
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good speakers
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.3
7.3
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.3/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Gigabyte A7 is good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 is only fair.
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13's gaming and 3D capabilities are limited due to its integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics and a screen refresh rate of 60 Hz, which is adequate for casual gaming but falls short for intense gaming experiences. In contrast, the Gigabyte A7 packs a more powerful Nvidia RTX 3060 graphics card and a higher screen refresh rate of 144 Hz, offering smoother visuals and better performance for gaming and 3D applications.
Content Creation
7.8
7.3
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 and Gigabyte A7 are both good for content creation, though the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 is somewhat better.
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
7.6
7.0
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 and Gigabyte A7 are both good for software development, though the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 is somewhat better.
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.
Screen Quality
7.9
7.3
13.3in
SIZE
17.3in
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
372.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
318.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has a better screen than the Gigabyte A7 for general use, engineering and design, software development, and content creation, while the Gigabyte A7 has a better screen for gaming and AI.
For general use, the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13's higher resolution and brightness make for a clearer and more vibrant display, whereas the Gigabyte A7's screen may not be as sharp or bright. The ASUS stands out in engineering and design due to its wider color gamuts, providing more accurate color representation which is essential for precise work; however, the Gigabyte A7, while good, may not offer the same color fidelity. When it comes to gaming and 3D tasks, both laptops fall short because of their lower refresh rates, which can affect the smoothness and responsiveness critical for these applications, although they may still suffice for casual gaming or less demanding 3D work.
Battery
10.5 Hours
4.5 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has 10.5 hours of battery life. The Gigabyte A7 has 4.5 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
Fair
13.3in
SIZE
17.3in
2.6 lbs
WEIGHT
5.5 lbs
0.5in
THICKNESS
1.1in
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has excellent portability, while the Gigabyte A7 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8
7.2
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 and Gigabyte A7 both have good build quality, though the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,400
$940
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has a price of $1,400 and the Gigabyte A7 costs $940.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
7.3
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
372.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
318.0 nits
10.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.5 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
9.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 and Gigabyte A7 are both good for general use.
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 offers a balance of portability and screen quality with its lightweight design, high-resolution touchscreen, and good battery life, appropriate for on-the-go usage and media consumption. The Gigabyte A7, while heavier and less portable, provides solid CPU performance and higher RAM capacity, making it suitable for more demanding tasks, although this comes at a cost to battery life.
Engineering and Design
7.4
7.6
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Gigabyte A7 and ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 are both good for engineering and design.
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13's high-resolution screen and its Intel i7 processor with integrated Iris Xe graphics make it suitable for design tasks requiring accurate color representation and detail, while its lightweight and 2-in-1 design enhance portability and versatility for engineers on-the-go. Conversely, the Gigabyte A7 pairs a robust AMD Ryzen 7 processor with a dedicated Nvidia RTX 3060 GPU which excels in more hardware-intensive engineering applications, but its larger size and weight make it less portable, despite offering a larger screen for extensive design work.
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How the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 and the Gigabyte A7 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 | Gigabyte A7 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,400 | $940 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2021 | February 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12'' x 8.3'' x 0.51'' | 15.6'' x 10.3'' x 1.19'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.65 lbs | 5.58 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.01" | 15.59" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.31" | 10.31" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1165G7 | AMD Ryzen 7 5800H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 10.5 Hours | 4.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 67 Wh | 49 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 13.3" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 372 nits | 318 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 9.3/10 | 6/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 1 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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ASUS Zenbook Flip S13
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Charles Jefferies | January 2023
"The Asus Zenbook S 13 Flip is an ultra-sleek 2-in-1 convertible. A gorgeous OLED screen and lightweight magnesium chassis make this convertible a traveller’s dream. Its SSD isn’t fast, but it won’t hold you back in everyday use. Its battery life also isn’t class leading, but it’s hardly off the pace. Overall, the Zenbook S 13 Flip OLED holds its head high in the premium convertible category and is a smaller alternative to the Spectre x360 13.5 and the Yoga 9i Gen 7."
Gigabyte A7
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Mike Wobker | October 2021
"In terms of looks, the Gigabyte A7 X1 is certainly not a trendy, slim, and ultra-mobile gaming laptop. But it does what it's supposed to do, namely bringing games smoothly onto the screen, very well. Both the processor and the GeForce RTX 3070 are able to unleash their performance without restrictions thanks to the well-ventilated case. The Gigabyte A7 X1 brings modern games smoothly onto the screen and offers excellent maintenance options."
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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 Gigabyte
Gigabyte is a Taiwanese computer hardware manufacturer. While Gigabyte mainly focuses its business on desktop hardware, Gigabyte is known for its value-oriented G series laptops, thin and light Aero series, and performance-oriented Aorus series. Gigabyte laptops offer a strong value proposition to compete with mainstream alternatives.
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