Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB) vs. ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301VU)

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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB)
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB)

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB) and ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301VU). 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 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 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB) and ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301VU)
86 % - Design
87 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB) vs. ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301VU) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB) ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301VU)
Product Type Tablet - with detachable keyboard Tablet - with detachable keyboard
Dimensions (WxDxH) - 30.2 cm x 20.6 cm x 1.42 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) - tablet 29.15 cm x 20.95 cm x 0.845 cm -
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details 29.15 cm x 20.95 cm x 0.845 cm / 770 g - tablet
29.15 cm x 20.95 cm x 1.415 cm / 1.07 kg - tablet with keyboard
30.2 cm x 22.8 cm x 0.56 cm / 340 g - detachable keyboard
Weight 770 g 1.18 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, magnesium alloy -
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB) ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301VU)
Screen Size (Type) 12" - IPS 13.4"
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 2160 x 1440 (Full HD Plus) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 165 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 16:10
Image Brightness 360 cd/m² 500 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% DCI-P3
Features Glossy, Corning Gorilla glass, WideView, anti-fingerprint 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 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB) ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301VU)
CPU Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7Y57 / 1.2 GHz Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13900H / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.3 GHz 5.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 14-core
Cache 4 MB L3 - 24 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB) 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 1866 MHz -
Rated Speed 1866 MHz -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB) ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301VU)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) - Intel 1 TB SSD M.2 2230 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB) ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301VU)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 615 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 Yes
Resolution 8 Megapixel (rear), 2 Megapixel (front) 13 Megapixel (rear), 5 Megapixel (front, IR)
Camera Features Rear camera with auto focus, rear camera with flash IR camera
Video Resolutions 1080p -
Sound Stereo speakers, three microphones Dual speakers, 3-microphone array
Codec Realtek ALC3268 -
Compliant Standards - Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Output: Smart Amplification technology; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB) ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301VU)
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 M.2 Card -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation 4G -
Technology LTE Advanced -
Controller Sierra Wireless EM7455 -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB) ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301VU)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 37 Wh 56 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB) ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301VU)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V 130 Watt, 20 V, 6.5 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB) ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301VU)
Type Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Volume control, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Chiclet keyboard, N-key rollover, 1.7mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB) ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301VU)
Slots 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) 1 x ROG XG Mobile interface / USB-C (1 free)
Interfaces USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (Power Delivery 2.0)
USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0
Mini DisplayPort
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
VGA (on supplied adapter)
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 (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) Yes (microSDXC UHS-II)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB) 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 Tablet (2nd Gen) (20JB) ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301VU)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Keyboard, ThinkPad Pen Pro, USB-C power adapter, pen holder Keyboard, USB-C power adapter
Cables Included Mini DisplayPort-VGA adapter -
Integrated Options Ambient light sensor, 3-axis gyro sensor, digital compass, 3-axis accelerometer -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Reset switch, 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, GREENGUARD, low halogen -
Model Number - MU001W
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