ASUS ROG Flow X13 (GV301QE) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XJ)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS ROG Flow X13 (GV301QE) and Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XJ). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

ASUS ROG Flow X13 (GV301QE) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Flow X13 (GV301QE) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile form factor

powerful cpu performance

compact and portable

high-resolution touchscreen

innovative eGPU support

high price point

average battery life

limited storage capacity

noisy under load

Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XJ) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XJ) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive security features

good battery life

portable design

average display brightness

limited graphics performance

noisy under load

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Flow X13 (GV301QE) and Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XJ)
85 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
82 % - Design
75 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Flow X13 (GV301QE) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XJ) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Flow X13 (GV301QE) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XJ)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.9 cm x 22.2 cm x 1.58 cm 30.58 cm x 21.706 cm x 1.819 cm
Weight 1.3 kg 1.31 kg
Case Material - Aluminum, magnesium alloy, polyphenylene sulfide
Colour Off black Villi black
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Flow X13 (GV301QE) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XJ)
Screen Size (Type) 13.4" 13.3" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes -
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 3840 x 2400 (WQUXGA) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 116% sRGB, 82% NTSC, 86% Adobe RGB, 85% DCI-P3 72% NTSC
Features Glossy, Adaptive-Sync technology, ±89° horizontal viewing angle, ±89° vertical viewing angle, Pantone Validated, IPS-level Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Flow X13 (GV301QE) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XJ)
CPU AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS / 3 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 5650U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.8 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 6-core
Cache L3 - 16 MB L3 - 16 MB
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS ROG Flow X13 (GV301QE) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XJ)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed - 4266 MHz
Rated Speed - 4266 MHz
STORAGE ASUS ROG Flow X13 (GV301QE) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XJ)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 2230 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Samsung
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Flow X13 (GV301QE) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XJ)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti / AMD Radeon Graphics AMD Radeon Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology - Shared Video Memory (UMA)
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus, ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost -
Gaming Yes -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features Noise-cancellation technology, ESS SABRE HiFi audio DAC technology, Smart Amp -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Flow X13 (GV301QE) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XJ)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller - Realtek RTL8852AE
Ethernet Controller - Realtek RTL8111EPV
Features Dual stream (2x2) Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter
BATTERY ASUS ROG Flow X13 (GV301QE) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XJ)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 62 Wh 54.7 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 18.1 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Flow X13 (GV301QE) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XJ)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 100 Watt, 20 V, 5 A 65 Watt
INPUT ASUS ROG Flow X13 (GV301QE) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XJ)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Flow X13 (GV301QE) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XJ)
Slots 1 x M.2 (PCI Express / SATA) (0 free) -
Interfaces External PCI Express
USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock (combined dual USB-C and ethernet side connection)
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Flow X13 (GV301QE) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XJ)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Flow X13 (GV301QE) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XJ)
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories ASUS Pen, USB-C power adapter, ROG XG Mobile USB-C power adapter
Security Fingerprint reader Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features System password Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password
Compliant Standards - RoHS, TCG Certified
Repairability Index 7.3 (out of 10) -
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
TCO Certified - TCO Certified Notebooks 8
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Model Number K5121R -
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