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Updated March 13, 2024·
If you need a larger screen and better performance for tasks like video editing or design work, the ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 is a solid option, but it's heavier and may have a shorter battery life, making it less ideal for travel. The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x offers greater portability due to its smaller size and possibly longer battery life, fitting better for general use, frequent commuting, or working in tight spaces, but it may not handle demanding applications as smoothly as the ASUS. Consider what you'll primarily use the laptop for and choose accordingly. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Pro 17
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x
- Very good overall display quality
- Excellent portability
- Good keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
7.2
8.2
17.3in
SIZE
13.5in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
400.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
500.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 has a better screen than the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x for content creation, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x has a better screen for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
For general use, you'll appreciate the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x's higher resolution and brighter display, as these features enhance everyday activities like browsing, video watching, and document editing. When it comes to engineering and design, both the ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 and Lenovo ThinkBook 13x provide wide color gamuts, ensuring accurate color representation for tasks like photo editing and CAD work. However, if gaming or working with 3D applications is your priority, neither laptop is ideal due to their lower refresh rates, which can make fast-paced visuals less smooth, but between the two, the Zenbook's larger screen might offer a more immersive experience despite not having a high refresh rate.
Portability
Good
Excellent
17.3in
SIZE
13.5in
5.1 lbs
WEIGHT
2.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x has excellent portability, while the ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,500
$1,399
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 has a price of $1,500 and the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x costs $1,399.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.3
7.9
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
400.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
500.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.3/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 to be very good for general use, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x is good.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 offers a powerful CPU and ample RAM, ensuring smooth performance for demanding tasks, and a high-quality screen ideal for detailed work, though it compromises on portability due to its size and may have a shorter battery life. The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x, while also equipped with a good CPU and sufficient RAM, is lighter and boasts better battery life, making it a more travel-friendly option, but its smaller screen and slightly reduced performance may not suit those with intensive workflow needs.
Gaming and AI
6.9
6.6
5.1/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.3/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 and Lenovo ThinkBook 13x are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 is equipped with a higher-end GPU and typically higher screen refresh rate, making it well-suited for gaming and 3D applications, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x, with a more modest GPU and lower screen refresh rate, offers less graphical processing power and a less fluid visual experience, but may benefit from decent screen quality and a capable CPU for less demanding tasks.
Engineering and Design
8.1
7.9
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.6/10
5.1/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 to be very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x is good.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 typically offers high-performance CPUs, ample RAM, powerful GPUs, and high-quality screens, making it a robust choice for demanding engineering and design work; its larger size, however, makes it less portable. On the other hand, the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x, while still providing sufficient power for engineering tasks with good CPU, RAM, and screen quality, is lighter and more portable, but might have a less powerful GPU, which is a consideration if your workload includes GPU-intensive tasks.
Content Creation
8.2
8.0
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 and Lenovo ThinkBook 13x 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
7.9
7.9
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.6/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x and ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 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
9.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 has 9 hours of battery life. The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x 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.
Build Quality
7.2
7.6
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x and ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 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 Pro 17 and the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 | Lenovo ThinkBook 13x |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,500 | $1,399 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | June 1, 2022 | January 30, 2024 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.6'' x 10.2'' x 0.74'' | 11.6'' x 8.1'' x 0.5'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.18 lbs | 2.7 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.55" | 11.6" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.18" | 8.1" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX | Intel Core Ultra 5 125H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 32 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 76 Wh | 74 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 17.3" | 13.5" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2880 x 1920 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 120Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 400 nits | 500 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.1/10 | 9.4/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 8.4/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 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 | N/A | 4 | |
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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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