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Updated January 10, 2024·
Given the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 is a bit more expensive than the HP Envy 17, it offers a more powerful display with higher resolution, which makes for better color clarity and sharpness, beneficial for tasks like photo editing or watching high-definition media. However, the Envy 17 has a larger screen, that could be better for multitasking and productivity, yet it's heavier, making it less portable than the lighter and more compact ASUS. The ASUS also has longer battery life for extended use on the go. The performance for general use, creative tasks, and engineering work is high on both, but if gaming is a priority, neither is tailored for intensive gaming experiences. If your priority is portability and high-resolution display over a larger screen and a lower price point, the ASUS might be the preferred option. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13
- Good overall display quality
- Excellent portability
- Very good battery life
- Good speakers
Advantages of the HP Envy 17
- The HP Envy 17 has no clear advantages over the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13.
Key differences
Screen Quality
7.9
6.8
13.3in
SIZE
17.3in
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
372.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
329.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has a better screen than the HP Envy 17 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and content creation.
For general use, the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13's high resolution and brightness, along with its panel type, offers crisp and vibrant visuals, which may make it superior to the HP Envy 17, though the latter still provides a pleasant viewing experience with decent resolution and luminosity. With engineering and design tasks prioritizing color accuracy, the Zenbook Flip S13's wide color gamut, encompassing DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB, better serves professionals needing precise color representation compared to the Envy 17. However, for gaming and 3D applications where smooth motion is key, both laptops may fall short, as their screens don't prioritize high refresh rates, which are crucial for these activities.
Battery
10.5 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has 10.5 hours of battery life. The HP Envy 17 has 8 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
17.3in
2.6 lbs
WEIGHT
5.4 lbs
0.5in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has excellent portability, while the HP Envy 17 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8
7.2
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 and HP Envy 17 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
$1,000
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has a price of $1,400 and the HP Envy 17 costs $1,000.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
7.5
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
372.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
329.0 nits
10.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
9.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 and HP Envy 17 are both good for general use.
PerfectRec’s General Use Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for general productivity, web browsing, streaming, video calls, and running a wide variety of apps and programs.
Gaming and AI
6.3
6.4
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The HP Envy 17 and ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 and HP Envy 17 are equipped with integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics, which provide moderate power for gaming and 3D applications, but they lack the high-end performance of dedicated gaming GPUs. While both have the same screen refresh rate of 60Hz, which is suitable for everyday use and light gaming, serious gamers would prefer higher rates for smoother visuals. The Zenbook offers a higher screen resolution, resulting in sharper images, while the Envy 17 provides a larger screen size for a more immersive experience.
Engineering and Design
7.4
7.4
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 and HP Envy 17 are both good for engineering and design.
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 stands out for engineering and design use with its superior screen quality, offering a higher resolution and better color coverage, making it excellent for detailed visual work, but its less powerful CPU compared to the HP Envy 17 may limit performance during intensive processing tasks. The HP Envy 17, with a more recent and powerful processor, is well-suited for demanding engineering software but is less portable and has a lower screen resolution, potentially making it less ideal for precise design work.
Content Creation
7.8
7.5
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 and HP Envy 17 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
7.6
7.5
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 and HP Envy 17 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.
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How the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 and the HP Envy 17 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 | HP Envy 17 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,400 | $1,000 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2021 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12'' x 8.3'' x 0.51'' | 15.7'' x 10.2'' x 0.77'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.65 lbs | 5.49 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.01" | 15.68" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.31" | 10.2" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1165G7 | Intel i7-13700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 10.5 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 67 Wh | 55 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 | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 372 nits | 329 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 9.3/10 | 7/10 | |
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 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
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 | 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 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."
HP Envy 17
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Marcus Schwarten | April 2023
"In our test, the HP Envy 17-cr0079ng presents itself as a balanced multimedia laptop. Thanks to its solid CPU performance and dedicated entry-level GeForce, it can also be used for playing video games, as long as the demands aren't too high. Those looking for more can find it in the Dell XPS 17 for example."
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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 HP
HP, also known as Hewlett-Packard, is an American technology company that develops personal computers and computer peripherals. In the laptop industry, HP is known for its entry level Essential series laptops, its mid-range Pavilion, Envy, and Victus series, and high-end Omen and Spectre series, in addition to its business-oriented EliteBook, ProBook, and Dragonfly series laptops. HP laptops generally undercut other mainstream competitors in terms of price, placing itself as the value-oriented mainstream brand.
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