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Updated January 10, 2024·
If portability is a priority, the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 and the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s are both lightweight and compact, though the ASUS is slightly lighter. For tasks like 3D modeling or machine learning, neither laptop is tailored specifically for these demands due to their integrated graphics, but they can manage general-use and light engineering tasks. The ASUS has a sharper, higher resolution screen which is ideal for detailed work and entertainment, but at a higher price point. Meanwhile, the Lenovo offers a smaller storage capacity at a more affordable price. Both have good build quality and battery life, with the ASUS slightly exceeding the Lenovo in battery duration. If budget is a concern and you’re looking for a solid, all-around laptop, the Lenovo might be the better choice, but if you value screen quality and better battery life and are willing to invest more, consider the ASUS. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13
- Very good battery life
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s
- Very good speakers
Key differences
Screen Quality
7.9
7.2
13.3in
SIZE
13.3in
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
372.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
336.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has a better screen than the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 offers superior screen resolution and brightness compared to the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s, making it stand out for tasks like browsing and video streaming, which are common in general use. For engineering and design, the Zenbook's wider color gamut ensures more accurate color representation, crucial for design precision. However, for gaming and 3D applications, despite the Zenbook's and ThinkBook's adequate resolutions, their lack of high refresh rates makes them less ideal, as smoother motion representation is key for these activities.
Battery
10.5 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has 10.5 hours of battery life. The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s 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.
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 Lenovo ThinkBook 13s costs $1,000.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
7.8
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
372.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
336.0 nits
10.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
9.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s and ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 are both good for general use.
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 boasts a vibrant screen and is easily portable with strong battery life, making it a solid choice for those prioritizing media consumption and mobility, while its CPU and RAM handle everyday tasks with ease. Conversely, the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s, while equally competent in daily tasks due to comparable CPU and RAM, offers a balance of performance with a good keyboard and robust build, attracting users who need a reliable machine for work on the go.
Gaming and AI
6.3
6.4
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.3/10
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s and ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 and the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s both offer fair gaming and 3D capabilities, primarily due to their integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics, which are moderate in performance but not at the level of dedicated gaming GPUs. They both have IPS displays with 60Hz refresh rates that are suitable for general use but may not provide the smoothest experience for fast-paced games, which greatly benefit from higher refresh rates.
Engineering and Design
7.4
7.5
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s and ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 are both good for engineering and design.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Content Creation
7.8
7.8
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s and ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 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
7.7
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s and ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 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.
Portability
Excellent
Excellent
13.3in
SIZE
13.3in
2.6 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
0.5in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 and Lenovo ThinkBook 13s both have excellent portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8
7.6
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 and Lenovo ThinkBook 13s 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 ThinkBook 13s compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 | Lenovo ThinkBook 13s |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,400 | $1,000 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2021 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12'' x 8.3'' x 0.51'' | 11.7'' x 8.3'' x 0.59'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.65 lbs | 2.9 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.01" | 11.7" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.31" | 8.3" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1165G7 | Intel i7-1260P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
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 | 56 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 13.3" | 13.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 372 nits | 336 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 9.3/10 | 9.1/10 | |
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 | 8.4/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 1 | 0 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 3 | |
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."
Lenovo ThinkBook 13s
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The Verge
Monica Chin | July 2021
"The best thing about the ThinkBook 13S is that it’s a good deal. Business buyers looking for ThinkPad-level performance and software without ThinkPad pricing will probably find the ThinkBook a solid option. While nothing about it is really spectacular, it’s certainly unusual to see the ThinkBook’s screen resolution at a sub-$1,000 price, and its performance will be more than adequate for most office tasks. The generous port selection, 16:10 aspect ratio, physical webcam shutter, and clear audio are certainly icing on the cake."
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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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