ASUS ROG Flow Z13

The ROG Flow Z13 is a compact computing solution from ASUS. Weighing just 2.6 lbs and measuring 11.9'' x 8'' x 0.47'', it's incredibly portable, boasting a portability score of 9.6 out of 10. It operates on Windows 11 Home, further enhancing its usability for a variety of tasks, ranging from simple document editing to web browsing.

Inside this compact package, the ROG Flow Z13 houses an i9-12900H processor and RTX 3050 Ti graphics card. The pairing delivers a performance that ranks well on general use, gaming, and engineering and design tasks, but its total GPU power is modest at 40 watts. The device comes with 16 GB of RAM, with no additional slots available. Its storage capacity stands at 1024 GB, delivered through a single storage slot.

The ROG Flow Z13 comes equipped with a 13.4" IPS touchscreen. The display supports a resolution of 1920 x 1200 pixels and a refresh rate of 120Hz. For peripheral connections, it features one USB Type-A and two USB-C ports, with the latter supporting charging capabilities. The device also provides two display outputs and includes a Thunderbolt port. However, it lacks an Ethernet connection. In terms of battery life, users can expect around 5.5 hours of operation from its 56 Wh battery.