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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 is a premium business laptop with a higher price tag, offering a 4K touchscreen and a highly portable design. It's a good fit for general use and could handle some light engineering tasks. However, for more graphic-intensive work like 3D rendering, machine learning, or gaming, you might prefer the Lenovo Legion 5i Pro. Though less portable due to its size and weight, the Lenovo boasts a more powerful main processor, dedicated graphics card, and high refresh rate display, making it a stronger contender for performance-demanding applications despite its less expensive price. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13
- Excellent portability
- Very good battery life
Advantages of the Lenovo Legion Pro 5i
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.3
8.0
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.5/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5i is very good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 is only fair.
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5i has a more powerful Nvidia RTX 4060 graphics card and a higher screen refresh rate, optimal for demanding gaming and 3D applications, compared to the Asus Zenbook Flip S13's less capable Intel Iris Xe graphics and standard refresh rate . While both have similar quality displays, the superior GPU and refresh capabilities in the Legion Pro 5i make it better suited for these tasks.
Engineering and Design
7.4
8.4
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5i is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 is good.
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5i is very good for engineering and design because it has a more powerful CPU and dedicated GPU, which are crucial for intensive tasks and software, while the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13, with its smaller screen and integrated GPU, offers less power but increased portability and a higher-resolution display which is useful for detailed design work. Additionally, the Legion Pro 5i's larger form factor contributes to better heat management, which is important during long engineering sessions, though this means it's heavier and less convenient to carry compared to the lightweight and versatile 2-in-1 Zenbook Flip S13.
Screen Quality
7.9
8.1
13.3in
SIZE
16.0in
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
372.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
368.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has a better screen than the Lenovo Legion Pro 5i for engineering and design, while the Lenovo Legion Pro 5i has a better screen for gaming and AI.
When selecting a laptop for general use, the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 impresses with its vibrant colors and sharp image clarity due to its high-resolution display and bright screen, making it pleasing to use for everyday tasks. For engineering and design, the same laptop offers wide color gamuts, ensuring that professionals who require precise color representation for their work will find it suitable. However, for gaming and 3D applications where the smoothness of motion is key, the Zenbook Flip S13 falls short as it does not have a high refresh rate, leading to less fluid visuals in fast-paced scenarios.
Battery
10.5 Hours
3.5 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has 10.5 hours of battery life. The Lenovo Legion Pro 5i 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
Fair
13.3in
SIZE
16.0in
2.6 lbs
WEIGHT
5.6 lbs
0.5in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has excellent portability, while the Lenovo Legion Pro 5i has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,400
$999
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has a price of $1,400 and the Lenovo Legion Pro 5i costs $999.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
7.5
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
372.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
368.0 nits
10.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
3.5 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
9.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.6/10
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 and Lenovo Legion Pro 5i are both good for general use.
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13, with its lightweight design, high-resolution touchscreen, efficient processor, and long battery life, makes it an excellent choice for portability and general use, while the Lenovo Legion Pro 5i, although heavier and with shorter battery life, offers a powerful processor and dedicated graphics card, which provide outstanding performance for more demanding tasks beyond general use, but could be overkill for users not planning to do gaming or intensive tasks.
Content Creation
7.8
7.6
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 and Lenovo Legion Pro 5i 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
9.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 and Lenovo Legion Pro 5i 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.
Build Quality
7.8
7.4
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 and Lenovo Legion Pro 5i both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 and the Lenovo Legion Pro 5i compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 | Lenovo Legion Pro 5i |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,400 | $999 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2021 | March 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12'' x 8.3'' x 0.51'' | 14.3'' x 10.3'' x 0.97'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.65 lbs | 5.6 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.01" | 14.31" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.31" | 10.25" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1165G7 | Intel i7-13700HX | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
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 | 80 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 13.3" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 165Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 372 nits | 368 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 9.3/10 | 6.6/10 | |
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 | 8.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 7/10 | |
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 | 4 | |
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 | 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."
Lenovo Legion Pro 5i
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PCMag
Brian Westover | August 2023
"The midpriced Lenovo Legion Pro 5i Gen 8 follows some of our favorite gaming machines, including last year's model and the higher-end Legion Pro 7i Gen 8 tested earlier this year. But pedigree doesn't count for much in the computer world, and gaming laptops require a certain level of power and graphics performance to justify their prices. The Pro 5i Gen 8 just doesn't do that, offering middling CPU and GPU performance rather than the sort of muscle that would make it a great value."
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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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