Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH) vs. ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301ZE)

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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH)
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH)

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH) and ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301ZE). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301ZE) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301ZE) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

innovative detachable design

vibrant touchscreen display

compact and portable

versatile connectivity options

high price point

average battery life

limited upgradeability

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH) and ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301ZE)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
86 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH) vs. ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301ZE) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH) ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301ZE)
Product Type Ultrabook Tablet - with detachable keyboard
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.35 cm x 21.71 cm x 1.595 cm 30.2 cm x 20.4 cm x 1.2 cm
Weight 1.13 kg 1.18 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, magnesium alloy, carbon fibre reinforced plastic, polyphenylene sulfide -
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH) ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301ZE)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 13.4"
Touchscreen - Yes
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution - 3840 x 2400 (WQUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Colour Gamut - 85% DCI-P3
Features Anti-glare Glossy, Adaptive-Sync technology, 30 ms response rate, Pantone Validated, IPS-level
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH) ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301ZE)
CPU No CPU Intel Core i9 (12th Gen) 12900H / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 5 GHz
Number of Cores - 14-core
Cache - 24 MB
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH) ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301ZE)
RAM (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz -
Rated Speed 2133 MHz -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH) ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301ZE)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) - 1 TB SSD M.2 2230 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH) ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301ZE)
Graphics Processor (GPU) - NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - NVIDIA Optimus, ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution - 8 Megapixel (rear)
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, 3-microphone array
Codec Realtek ALC3286 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Noise-cancellation technology, Smart Amplification technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH) ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301ZE)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card -
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH) ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301ZE)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 56 Wh
Battery Life Up to 19.3 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH) ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301ZE)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 100 Watt, 20 V, 5 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH) ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301ZE)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH) ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301ZE)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
External PCI Express
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSDXC UHS-II) Yes (microSDXC UHS-II)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH) ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301ZE)
Operating System (OS) No operating system Windows 11 Home
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH) ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301ZE)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter, keyboard, USB-C power adapter, ROG XG Mobile
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington mini security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested System password, ASUS Aura Sync technology, Aura Sync light bar
Compliant Standards RoHS -
SAR Value 1.514 W/kg (body), 1.514 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Model Number - LC218W
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