ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA) vs. ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301ZE)

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Detailed comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA) 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.

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA) vs. ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301ZE) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA) ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301ZE)
Product Type Ultrabook Tablet - with detachable keyboard
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.72 cm x 23.04 cm x 1.99 cm 30.2 cm x 20.4 cm x 1.2 cm
Weight 1.7 kg 1.18 kg
Colour Transparent silver | Slate grey -
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA) ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301ZE)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 13.4"
Touchscreen - Yes
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 3840 x 2400 (WQUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 85% DCI-P3
Features ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare Glossy, Adaptive-Sync technology, 30 ms response rate, Pantone Validated, IPS-level
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA) ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301ZE)
CPU Intel Pentium Gold 5405U / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i9 (12th Gen) 12900H / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 5 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 14-core
Cache 2 MB 24 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA) ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301ZE)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 12 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA) ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301ZE)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD SATA 6Gb/s 1 TB SSD M.2 2230 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA) ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301ZE)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - NVIDIA Optimus, ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Resolution - 8 Megapixel (rear)
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, 3-microphone array
Compliant Standards - Dolby Atmos
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster Noise-cancellation technology, Smart Amplification technology
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA) 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)
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA) ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301ZE)
Technology 2-cell 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 37 Wh 56 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA) ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301ZE)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 100 Watt, 20 V, 5 A
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA) ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301ZE)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features - Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA) ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301ZE)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
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 (microSD) Yes (microSDXC UHS-II)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA) ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301ZE)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 11 Home
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA) ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301ZE)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter, keyboard, USB-C power adapter, ROG XG Mobile
Security - Fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features System password System password, ASUS Aura Sync technology, Aura Sync light bar
SAR Value 0.304 W/kg (body), 0.304 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year -
Model Number EJ1515T LC218W
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