Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20UA) vs. ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301VU)

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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20UA)
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20UA)

Our Rating: 85 %

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20UA) and ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301VU). 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.

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20UA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20UA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

good security features

average display brightness

limited graphics performance

no HDMI port

higher price point

ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301VU) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301VU) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

innovative detachable design

powerful gaming performance

vivid touchscreen display

lightweight and portable

versatile connectivity options

premium price tag

limited battery life

moderate storage capacity

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20UA) and ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301VU)
85 % - Design
82 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
86 % - Design
87 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20UA) vs. ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301VU) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20UA) ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301VU)
Product Type Ultrabook Tablet - with detachable keyboard
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.3 cm x 21.7 cm x 1.49 cm 30.2 cm x 20.6 cm x 1.42 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details - 30.2 cm x 22.8 cm x 0.56 cm / 340 g - detachable keyboard
Weight 1.09 kg 1.18 kg
Case Material Carbon fibre, magnesium alloy -
Colour Black paint Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20UA) ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301VU)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 13.4"
Touchscreen - Yes
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1440 (WQHD) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 165 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 500 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% 100% DCI-P3
Features Anti-glare, Wide Viewing Angle, 170° viewing angle Glossy, NVIDIA G-SYNC compatible, Adaptive-Sync technology, HDR (high dynamic range), Pantone Validated, Dolby Vision, Durable AR Coating (DXC), stylus touch mode
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20UA) ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301VU)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10310U / 1.7 GHz Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13900H / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 5.4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 14-core
Cache 6 MB L3 - 24 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20UA) ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301VU)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB (soldered))
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz -
Rated Speed 2133 MHz -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20UA) ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301VU)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Toshiba 1 TB SSD M.2 2230 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20UA) ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301VU)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video Memory - 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost, MUX Switch, NVIDIA Advanced Optimus
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Resolution - 13 Megapixel (rear), 5 Megapixel (front, IR)
Camera Features ThinkShutter camera privacy IR camera
Sound Four speakers, quad array microphone Dual speakers, 3-microphone array
Codec USI 4551-513711-00 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Output: Smart Amplification technology; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20UA) ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301VU)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20UA) ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301VU)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 51 Wh 56 Wh
Battery Life Up to 19.5 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20UA) ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301VU)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 130 Watt, 20 V, 6.5 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20UA) ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301VU)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Chiclet keyboard, N-key rollover, 1.7mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20UA) ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301VU)
Slots - 1 x ROG XG Mobile interface / USB-C (1 free)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Dock
LAN (on supplied cable)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSDXC UHS-II)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20UA) ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301VU)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Home
Software Included - Microsoft 365 (Trial), Armoury Crate, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate (3 months), GameVisual, Scenario Profiles
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20UA) ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301VU)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter, ThinkPad Ethernet Extension Cable Gen 2 Keyboard, USB-C power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
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, vapor chamber cooling system, Aura Sync light bar, BIOS protection, Arc Flow Fans, 0dB Ambient Cooling
Compliant Standards RoHS -
SAR Value 1.49 W/kg (body), 1.49 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
TCO Certified TCO Certified Notebooks 8 -
Model Number - MU001W
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