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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 is a higher-priced, performance-oriented laptop with a 4K touchscreen display, longer battery life, and is lighter and more portable, making it suitable for high-end tasks like design work and light to moderate gaming. However, it may not be ideal for heavy gaming. The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15", while more affordable and with a larger screen, offers lesser display quality, a shorter battery life, and heavier weight, making it better suited for everyday tasks and occasional entertainment. Choose the Zenbook Flip S13 for high mobility and performance needs, or the IdeaPad for budget-friendliness and basic usage. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13
- Good for engineering and design
- Good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- Excellent portability
- Good speakers
- Good keyboard
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15"
- The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" has no clear advantages over the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13.
Key differences
Engineering and Design
7.4
6.6
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
12.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 is good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" is only fair.
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 is preferred for engineering and design tasks due to its higher RAM, superior CPU, and more powerful integrated GPU that support complex computations, along with a high-resolution screen that offers crisp and more accurate color representation. In contrast, the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" has lower RAM, a less powerful CPU, and a GPU that may struggle with engineering software, paired with a lower resolution screen that doesn't offer the same level of detail and color accuracy for design work.
Screen Quality
7.9
6.4
13.3in
SIZE
15.6in
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
372.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
When selecting a laptop for general use, the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13's superior resolution and brightness make its screen more vivid and easier to view in various lighting conditions compared to the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15", which offers adequate but less impressive visuals. For engineering and design work where color precision is critical, the Zenbook's wider color gamuts ensure more accurate color representation, an area where the IdeaPad's performance is satisfactory but not exceptional. However, for gaming and 3D applications that prioritize smooth motion, the IdeaPad and Zenbook both fall short due to their lower refresh rates, although their resolutions and panel types provide decent clarity and image quality.
Portability
Excellent
Good
13.3in
SIZE
15.6in
2.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
0.5in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has excellent portability, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8
6.0
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has good build quality, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,400
$741
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has a price of $1,400 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" costs $741.
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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
300.0 nits
10.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
9.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 and Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" are both good for general use.
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13, with its higher-resolution touchscreen and more powerful Intel processor, provides a smoother and more visually engaging experience for general use, suitable for multitasking with its ample RAM and offering greater portability due to its lightweight build and long battery life. On the other hand, the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" has a larger screen with lower resolution which is fine for everyday tasks, along with a solid AMD Ryzen processor, and while it has less storage, it makes up for it with a full-sized keyboard and good heat management, though it is heavier and less portable.
Gaming and AI
6.3
6.1
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
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
9.5/10
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 and Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13, with its higher-resolution display and a more capable integrated GPU in the Iris Xe, offers better screen quality and graphics performance for gaming and 3D applications than the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15", which has a lower-resolution display and less powerful Vega 8 graphics. Both laptops have similar screen refresh rates, which are adequate but not ideal for fast-paced games, and while their CPUs are suitable for moderate gaming, they may struggle with more demanding tasks and games.
Content Creation
7.8
7.4
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
12.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 and Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" 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
7.3
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
12.0 GB
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 and Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" 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.
Battery
10.5 Hours
10.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has 10.5 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" 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.
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How the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 | Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,400 | $741 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2021 | March 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12'' x 8.3'' x 0.51'' | 14.2'' x 9.3'' x 0.74'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.65 lbs | 3.57 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.01" | 14.18" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.31" | 9.29" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1165G7 | AMD Ryzen 7 5700U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 12 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 1 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 10.5 Hours | 10 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 67 Wh | 42 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 | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 372 nits | 300 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 9.3/10 | 7.8/10 | |
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 | 9.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
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 | 1 | |
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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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."
Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15"
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Alex Iliev | April 2023
"The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" is affordable and pretty efficient. At the end of the day, the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 (15″, 2023) is one of the better affordable laptops money can buy right now. It has a decent performance, albeit coming from a CPU that is based on old architecture. Playing low-intensity games is possible but at low to medium settings. We are really happy with the cooling setup, but the main event here is the battery life. We got 9 hours of either Web browsing or video playback, which is a great result. Especially if you compare this device with the ASUS E410."
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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 Lenovo
Lenovo is a Chinese technology company, and one of the largest personal computer vendor. They are well known for a variety of technology products, including laptops. Their consumer series include their entry level IdeaPad and LOQ series and mid-to-high-end Yoga and Legion series. On the business-oriented side, their series include their entry-level ThinkBook series and mid-to-high-end ThinkPad series. Lenovo laptops offer strong performance for reasonable prices, and are often on sale.
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