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If you prioritize performance for tasks like 3D modeling, machine learning, or gaming and are willing to invest more, the ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo could be a better choice. However, it's heavier and less convenient to carry around compared to the more portable yet less powerful Lenovo ThinkPad X13. The ThinkPad often offers better battery life and is more suited for general use and business tasks, and is typically less expensive than the ASUS. Consider the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 if you prefer a balance of mobility, durability, and value over top-tier performance. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo
- Very good overall display quality
- Best in class speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkPad X13
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good portability
- Excellent keyboard
Key differences
Engineering and Design
8.5
8.0
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.0/10
32.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo and Lenovo ThinkPad X13 are both very good for engineering and design, though the ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo is somewhat better.
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo typically offers a more powerful CPU, extra RAM, and a superior GPU, which are crucial for demanding engineering software and tasks, along with a high-quality dual-screen setup that enhances multitasking for design work. The Lenovo ThinkPad X13, while more portable and renowned for its excellent keyboard and lower operating noise, generally features less powerful hardware and a single screen but still maintains enough performance for many engineering applications.
Screen Quality
8.6
6.9
14.5in
SIZE
13.3in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
357.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 Duo has a better screen than the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and content creation.
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo boasts superior screen resolution and panel technology that provides crisp and vivid visuals, enhancing the user's experience for general use and tasks that require attention to detail, such as engineering and design, thanks to its wide color gamut coverage. However, its lower refresh rate makes it less optimal for gaming and 3D work, where smoother motion is a priority. In contrast, the Lenovo ThinkPad X13, while offering suitable resolution and good color representation for general and professional tasks, similarly falls short for gaming and 3D applications due to a less impressive refresh rate.
Battery
6.0 Hours
8.5 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 Duo has 6 hours of battery life. The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 has 8.5 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
Good
Very Good
14.5in
SIZE
13.3in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
2.8 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 has very good portability, while the ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.6
8.5
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 has very good build quality, while the ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,299
$1,459
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo has a price of $1,299 and the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 costs $1,459.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.6
8.4
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
357.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.5 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
7.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.9/10
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo and Lenovo ThinkPad X13 are both very good for general use.
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo, with its high-end CPU and RAM, delivers excellent performance for demanding applications and multitasking, while the dual-screen setup enhances productivity but at the cost of battery life and portability. Conversely, the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 offers a balance between performance and mobility, featuring a good screen, keyboard comfort, and battery longevity, making it a solid choice for on-the-go users who prioritize a traditional single-screen setup.
Gaming and AI
6.7
6.7
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.0/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo and Lenovo ThinkPad X13 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo typically offers a more powerful GPU and higher screen refresh rate, which are crucial for smooth gaming and 3D rendering, ensuring better performance in those tasks. In comparison, while the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 may have a competent CPU and good screen quality, its GPU and refresh rate are not on par with the ASUS, making it less suitable for high-end gaming and intensive 3D applications.
Content Creation
8.6
8.2
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
32.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo and Lenovo ThinkPad X13 are both very 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
8.2
8.1
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
32.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo and Lenovo ThinkPad X13 are both very 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 Pro 14 Duo and the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo | Lenovo ThinkPad X13 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,299 | $1,459 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | June 1, 2022 | September 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.7'' x 8.9'' x 0.77'' | 11.9'' x 8.5'' x 0.63'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.75 lbs | 2.87 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.74" | 11.88" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.85" | 8.46" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12700H | AMD Ryzen 7 7840U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 32 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 8.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 76 Wh | 41 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14.5" | 13.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | OLED | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2880 x 1800 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 120Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 357 nits | 321 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.6/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.9/10 | 8.9/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | Yes | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8.8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 9/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.6/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1440p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | 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 | N/A | |
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ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo
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Dominic Bayley | December 2022
"The Zenbook Pro 14 Duo OLED is a well-tuned instrument for content creators, excelling at a range of general office tasks as well as tasks that require a little more grunt like encoding and 3D rendering. The big attraction is the laptop’s dual displays. They’re the best ones we’ve used in an Asus Zenbook Duo laptop to date with a spate of year-on-year improvements that make the visuals more striking and the cross-screen integration easier than ever before."
Lenovo ThinkPad X13
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Benjamin Herzig | September 2023
"The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 G4 has very good input devices, a wide array of security features and ports as well as 5G in the tested configuration. It is more compact and lightweight compared with its predecessor, and it has improved speakers and a slightly better webcam. On the other hand, the fan is more annoying and the performance is barely improved. The battery is worse as well, but this is primarily attributable to the OLED screen - if this aspect is important, buyers should choose the IPS Low Power LCD."
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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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