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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo 15 is significantly more expensive than the Framework Laptop 13 (2023), yet it offers a substantial boost in performance with its powerful processor and dedicated graphics card, making it an ideal choice for intensive engineering tasks, 3D rendering, and gaming; however, its larger screen and OLED technology come with the tradeoff of increased weight and reduced portability. The Framework Laptop, relatively less expensive, has a smaller screen and relies on integrated graphics, but it's lighter and thus more portable, making it more suited for general use and on-the-go tasks, while also boasting a high-quality keyboard and top-notch webcam. Both laptops offer good battery life and quality displays but prioritize different uses—choose the ZenBook Pro for heavy-duty performance or the Framework Laptop for mobility and daily tasks. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo 15
- Very good for general use
- Excellent for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Best in class speakers
Advantages of the Framework Laptop 13 (2023)
- Very good portability
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
8.5
7.5
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
332.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
472.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.5 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
7.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.8/10
The ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo 15 is very good for general use, while the Framework Laptop 13 (2023) is good.
PerfectRec’s General Use Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for general productivity, web browsing, streaming, video calls, and running a wide variety of apps and programs.
Gaming and AI
7.8
6.3
7.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo 15 is good for gaming and AI, while the Framework Laptop 13 (2023) is only fair.
The ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo 15 is very good for gaming and 3D because it features a high-end Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti GPU which is more powerful for graphics-intensive tasks, and it has an OLED display that typically offers superior visual quality. On the other hand, the Framework Laptop 13 (2023) is considered fair due to its less powerful integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics and an IPS screen, which, while good, generally doesn't match the contrast and color depth of OLED displays.
Engineering and Design
9.0
7.3
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.8/10
7.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
32.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo 15 is excellent for engineering and design, while the Framework Laptop 13 (2023) is good.
The ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo 15 stands out for engineering and design use with a high-end CPU, double the RAM, and a powerful dedicated GPU, which are all very important for performance tasks, and its OLED screen offering high-quality visuals; however, it is heavier and less portable than the Framework Laptop 13 (2023), which has a mid-range CPU, sufficient RAM for lighter tasks, an integrated GPU adequate for less demanding engineering work, and a sharp IPS display, along with a bonus of being repairable and highly customizable, making it more portable and easier to upgrade. While the ASUS offers superior performance and visuals for more intensive use, the Framework Laptop provides a balance of good performance, exceptional portability, and better sustainability through upgradability.
Content Creation
8.7
7.5
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.8/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
32.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo 15 is very good for content creation, while the Framework Laptop 13 (2023) is good.
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
8.3
7.6
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.8/10
32.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo 15 is very good for software development, while the Framework Laptop 13 (2023) is good.
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.
Screen Quality
8.3
7.4
15.6in
SIZE
13.5in
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
332.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
472.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Pro Duo 15 has a better screen than the Framework Laptop 13 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, the ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo with its high resolution and brightness offers a crisp and vibrant display, appealing for everyday tasks and video streaming. In engineering and design, the laptop's wide color gamuts ensure accurate color representation, crucial for detailed design work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the ASUS falls short due to its lower refresh rate, which can lead to less smooth visuals compared to gaming-optimized laptops.
Portability
Good
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
13.5in
5.1 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Framework Laptop 13 (2023) has very good portability, while the ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo 15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$2,000
$1,079
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo 15 has a price of $2,000 and the Framework Laptop 13 (2023) costs $1,079.
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Key similarities
Battery
7.0 Hours
7.5 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook Pro Duo 15 has 7 hours of battery life. The Framework Laptop 13 has 7.5 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.
Build Quality
7.6
7.8
The Framework Laptop 13 (2023) and ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo 15 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 Duo 15 and the Framework Laptop 13 (2023) compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo 15 | Framework Laptop 13 (2023) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$2,000 | $1,079 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2023 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 9.8'' x 0.85'' | 11.7'' x 9'' x 0.62'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.16 lbs | 2.95 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.17" | 11.7" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.81" | 9.01" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i9-12900H | Intel i5-1340P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 32 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7 Hours | 7.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 92 Wh | 55 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 13.5" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | OLED | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 2256 x 1504 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 332 nits | 472 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.6/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.1/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.6/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
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 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo 15
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Jared Newman | August 2021
"Benchmarks aside, the Asus ZenBook Pro Duo is hard to compare with other PCs. Its closest competition may be a multi-monitor desktop, or a laptop with an attached travel monitor. The Pro Duo is more portable and versatile than either of those options, especially with the software tools Asus has thrown on top. For a certain niche of artists, media creators, and gamers, all that might add up to something special, even if it’s unattainable for the rest of us."
Framework Laptop 13 (2023)
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Scott Gilbertson | July 2023
"If you’re thinking of investing in your first Framework, now is the time. The kinks and rough edges have all been smoothed out and this is a very nice machine with a bright, upgradable future. The only reason I can think of to wait is the AMD model, which I’ll be sure to test as soon as I can get my hands on one."
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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 Framework
Framework is a new American laptop manufacturer, specializing in modular and repairable laptops with the goals of promoting longevity and reducing electronic waste. They are a strong proponent of the right to repair movement. Framework laptops have replaceable RAM, storage, ports, keyboards, display bezels, mainboards, and more, making them a great choice for repairability-oriented individuals.
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