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Updated March 21, 2024·
If you're looking for a laptop mainly for general use, with an emphasis on portability and battery life, the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 is an excellent choice because it's lightweight and known for its long-lasting battery. However, if your priority is high performance for gaming, 3D modeling, machine learning, or engineering tasks and you're okay with a bulkier laptop and potentially shorter battery life, the HP Omen Transcend might be a better fit despite being more expensive. Remember, with the HP Omen, you're paying extra for more powerful hardware geared towards demanding applications. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13
- Excellent portability
- Good speakers
Advantages of the HP Omen Transcend 14
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.7
8.2
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
372.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
400.0 nits
10.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
11.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
9.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.9/10
The HP Omen Transcend 14 is very good for general use, while the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 is good.
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 offers a balance of performance due to a capable CPU and sufficient RAM for smooth multitasking, along with a high-quality screen, all in a lightweight, portable form with respectable battery life, making it suitable for general use. The HP Omen Transcend 14 steps up with similar features but emphasizes more robust CPU performance that handles demanding tasks better, which may slightly diminish its battery life compared to the Zenbook, yet still maintains good portability for general use scenarios.
Gaming and AI
6.3
7.9
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.9/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The HP Omen Transcend 14 is good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 is only fair.
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13, while having a capable CPU and screen quality, is limited by its less powerful GPU and standard screen refresh rate, which may not provide the smoothest gaming experience. On the other hand, the HP Omen Transcend 14 comes equipped with a stronger GPU and a higher screen refresh rate, offering a more fluid and visually responsive experience essential for gaming and 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
7.4
8.5
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The HP Omen Transcend 14 is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 is good.
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13, while offering a balance of power and portability, might not match the HP Omen Transcend 14 in the raw performance needed for engineering tasks due to its less powerful GPU and CPU, but provides a high-quality screen and flexibility for design work. However, the HP Omen Transcend 14, with superior CPU, RAM, and GPU specs, excels in demanding engineering software but may be less portable and have louder operating noise which could be a tradeoff against its enhanced performance.
Software Development
7.6
8.1
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The HP Omen Transcend 14 is very good for software development, while the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 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.
Screen Quality
7.9
8.6
13.3in
SIZE
14.0in
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
372.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
400.0 nits
The HP Omen Transcend 14 has a better screen than the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 and HP Omen Transcend 14 both offer screens with high resolution and brightness, making them ideal for everyday tasks like browsing, video streaming, and document editing. For engineering and design, their displays cover a wide range of colors, providing accuracy needed for detailed work. However, both laptops have lower refresh rates, which can make fast-moving visuals in games and 3D rendering less smooth compared to laptops specifically designed for gaming.
Portability
Excellent
Good
13.3in
SIZE
14.0in
2.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.8 lbs
0.5in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has excellent portability, while the HP Omen Transcend 14 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 Omen Transcend 14 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
$1,699
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has a price of $1,400 and the HP Omen Transcend 14 costs $1,699.
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Key similarities
Content Creation
7.8
8.3
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers HP Omen Transcend 14 to be very good for content creation, while the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 is good.
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.
Battery
10.5 Hours
11.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has 10.5 hours of battery life. The HP Omen Transcend 14 has 11 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.
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How the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 and the HP Omen Transcend 14 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 | HP Omen Transcend 14 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,400 | $1,699 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2021 | February 1, 2024 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12'' x 8.3'' x 0.51'' | 12.3'' x 9.2'' x 0.71'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.65 lbs | 3.87 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.01" | 12.32" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.31" | 9.19" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1165G7 | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 10.5 Hours | 11 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 67 Wh | 71 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 13.3" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | OLED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 2880 x 1800 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 120Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 372 nits | 400 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 9.3/10 | 8/10 | |
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 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 6.3/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
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 | 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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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."
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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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