ASUS ROG Flow X13 (GV301RE) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS ROG Flow X13 (GV301RE) and Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW). 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 (GV301RE) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Flow X13 (GV301RE) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile 2-in-1 design

powerful AMD processor

compact and lightweight

high-resolution touchscreen

supports external GPU

average battery life

limited storage capacity

high price point

noisy under load

Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

flexible 2-in-1 design

responsive touch screen

excellent keyboard feel

good security features

average battery life

limited graphics performance

heavier than competitors

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Flow X13 (GV301RE) and Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW)
85 % - Design
82 % - Display
84 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
84 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Flow X13 (GV301RE) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Flow X13 (GV301RE) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.9 cm x 22.2 cm x 1.58 cm 30.5 cm x 21.415 cm x 1.59 cm
Weight 1.3 kg 1.19 kg
Case Material - Carbon fibre hybrid (top), carbon fibre hybrid (bottom)
Colour Off black Thunder black
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Flow X13 (GV301RE) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW)
Screen Size (Type) 13.4" 13.3" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 120 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness - 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB, 75% Adobe RGB 100% sRGB
Features Adaptive-Sync technology, Pantone Validated, IPS-level Anti-glare, anti-smudge, capacitive touch screen, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Flow X13 (GV301RE) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW)
CPU AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS / 3.3 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.9 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 10-core
Cache 16 MB 12 MB
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS ROG Flow X13 (GV301RE) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW)
RAM 32 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed - 4266 MHz
Rated Speed - 4266 MHz
STORAGE ASUS ROG Flow X13 (GV301RE) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 2230 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Flow X13 (GV301RE) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti / AMD Radeon 680M Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus, Dynamic Boost Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Gaming Yes -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, 3-microphone array Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio, Dolby Voice
Audio Features Smart Amp -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Flow X13 (GV301RE) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation - 4G upgradable
BATTERY ASUS ROG Flow X13 (GV301RE) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 62 Wh 52.8 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Flow X13 (GV301RE) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW)
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 (GV301RE) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, 4096 pressure levels, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Flow X13 (GV301RE) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
External PCI Express
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 2.0 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Flow X13 (GV301RE) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence - English
Software Included - Glance by Mirametrix, Intel Connectivity Performance Suite
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Flow X13 (GV301RE) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter, Lenovo Integrated Pen
Security Fingerprint reader Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features System password Administrator password, system password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, NVMe password, USB FIDO (Fast Identity Online) device integration, Firmware Resiliency 3.0, certificate based BIOS authentication
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty - Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site
Base warranty - battery - 1 year
Model Number LJ096W -
Other Comparisons with ASUS ROG Flow X13 (GV301RE)
Other Comparisons with Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3 (21AW)
Other Popular Laptop Comparisons
Other projects: