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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 is more expensive and offers a high-resolution touchscreen and longer battery life, which is better for general use and portability. It's suitable for tasks that benefit from a high-quality display like photo editing. However, the Gigabyte G5, while less pricey, provides a more powerful graphics card and a high refresh rate screen, better for gaming and 3D tasks. It also has more RAM, making it suitable for engineering applications, but it has a shorter battery life and is heavier, which reduces portability. Choose the Zenbook Flip S for better display and portability, and the Gigabyte G5 for gaming and performance tasks. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13
- Good for software development
- Good overall display quality
- Excellent portability
- Very good battery life
Advantages of the Gigabyte G5
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good speakers
Key differences
General Use
7.7
7.1
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
372.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
248.0 nits
10.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
3.5 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
9.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.3/10
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 and Gigabyte G5 are both good for general use, though the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 is somewhat better.
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 is rated higher for general use because it has more RAM, a higher-resolution touchscreen, and longer battery life which all contribute to better performance and usability, whereas the Gigabyte G5, despite having a more gaming-oriented CPU and GPU, offers less storage and RAM, a lower screen resolution, and significantly shorter battery life, which may detract from its general use appeal.
Gaming and AI
6.3
7.3
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.5/10
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 G5 is good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 is only fair.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Content Creation
7.8
7.2
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 and Gigabyte G5 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
6.8
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 is good for software development, while the Gigabyte G5 is only fair.
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
6.8
13.3in
SIZE
15.6in
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
372.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
248.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has a better screen than the Gigabyte G5 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13's high resolution and brightness, along with an advanced panel type, provide crisp and vibrant visuals, which the Gigabyte G5's fair attributes in these areas offer a less stellar but serviceable experience. When it comes to engineering and design, the Zenbook's wide color gamut coverage ensures accurate color representation critical for detailed work, a feature where the G5 does not excel as much. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the lower refresh rate of the Zenbook's display is a drawback compared to what a dedicated gaming laptop would offer, making neither laptop ideal in this regard, as they do not prioritize refresh rate, which is crucial for smooth motion.
Battery
10.5 Hours
3.5 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has 10.5 hours of battery life. The Gigabyte G5 has 3.5 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
13.3in
SIZE
15.6in
2.6 lbs
WEIGHT
4.1 lbs
0.5in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has excellent portability, while the Gigabyte G5 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8
7.2
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 and Gigabyte G5 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
$868
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has a price of $1,400 and the Gigabyte G5 costs $868.
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Key similarities
Engineering and Design
7.4
7.6
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Gigabyte G5 and ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 are both good for engineering and design.
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13, with its high-res touchscreen and capable CPU and integrated graphics, is well-suited for design tasks and can double as a tablet, whereas the Gigabyte G5, equipped with a more powerful dedicated GPU and a high refresh-rate screen, caters to the graphical demands of certain engineering applications. Although the Zenbook is lighter and thus more portable, the Gigabyte offers a larger screen and superior gaming capabilities, potentially at the cost of reduced battery life and portability due to its size and power requirements.
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How the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 and the Gigabyte G5 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 | Gigabyte G5 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,400 | $868 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2021 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12'' x 8.3'' x 0.51'' | 14.2'' x 9.4'' x 0.89'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.65 lbs | 4.19 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.01" | 14.2" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.31" | 9.4" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1165G7 | Intel i5-12500H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 8 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 | 3.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 67 Wh | 54 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 13.3" | 15.6" | |
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 | 248 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 9.3/10 | 7.4/10 | |
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 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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ASUS Zenbook Flip S13
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Tom's Hardware
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 G5
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Vaidyanathan Subramaniam | April 2023
"The Gigabyte G5 KE is a midrange gaming laptop that checks most boxes. Gigabyte makes good use of the Core i5-12500H and RTX 3060 Laptop GPU combo, and we find no untoward issues with overall performance. The dual-fan quad-heatpipe cooling arrangement does well to ensure that the underlying hardware doesn't throttle under load. That being said, the display is below par when compared to 2023 standards, especially when competing devices."
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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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