Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) vs. ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301VU)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) 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 (3rd Gen) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

fast ssd performance

limited port variety

average display brightness

no dedicated gpu

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 (3rd Gen) and ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301VU)
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
86 % - Design
87 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) vs. ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301VU) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301VU)
Product Type Ultrabook Tablet - with detachable keyboard
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.1 cm x 22.65 cm x 1.772 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 1.305 kg 1.18 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, carbon fibre reinforced plastic, magnesium-aluminum alloy -
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301VU)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 13.4"
Touchscreen - Yes
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 165 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness - 500 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% DCI-P3
Features Anti-glare 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 (3rd Gen) ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301VU)
CPU Intel Core i5 (5th Gen) 5300U / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13900H / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.9 GHz 5.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 14-core
Cache 3 MB L3 - 24 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301VU)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB (soldered))
RAM Type DDR3L SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 1600 MHz / PC3L-12800 -
Rated Speed 1600 MHz -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301VU)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD 1 TB SSD M.2 2230 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301VU)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 5500 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 Gesture input support IR camera
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Dual speakers, 3-microphone array
Codec Realtek ALC3232 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Output: Smart Amplification technology; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) 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)
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation WWAN upgradable -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301VU)
Technology Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 56 Wh
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) 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 (3rd Gen) ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301VU)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Chiclet keyboard, N-key rollover, 1.7mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301VU)
Slots - 1 x ROG XG Mobile interface / USB-C (1 free)
Interfaces USB 3.0
Mini DisplayPort
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN (on supplied cable)
OneLink connector
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
USB 3.0 (Always On)
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 (3rd Gen) ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301VU)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 11 Home
Software Included - Microsoft 365 (Trial), Armoury Crate, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate (3 months), GameVisual, Scenario Profiles
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (3rd Gen) ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301VU)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter Keyboard, USB-C power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, reset switch, 1 USB 3.0 (Always On), ThinkEngine, 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 ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, ISO 27001 -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return -
Model Number - MU001W
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