Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen) vs. ASUS ROG Flow Z13-ACRNM (GZ301VIC)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen) and ASUS ROG Flow Z13-ACRNM (GZ301VIC). 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 (5th Gen) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

impressive battery life

fast ssd performance

relatively high price

no dedicated gpu

limited port variety

average display brightness

ASUS ROG Flow Z13-ACRNM (GZ301VIC) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Flow Z13-ACRNM (GZ301VIC) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

innovative detachable design

powerful gaming performance

vibrant touchscreen display

compact and portable

versatile connectivity options

premium price point

average battery life

limited upgradeability

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen) and ASUS ROG Flow Z13-ACRNM (GZ301VIC)
83 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen) vs. ASUS ROG Flow Z13-ACRNM (GZ301VIC) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen) ASUS ROG Flow Z13-ACRNM (GZ301VIC)
Product Type Ultrabook Tablet - with detachable keyboard
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.35 cm x 21.71 cm x 1.595 cm 30.2 cm x 21.4 cm x 2 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details - 30.2 cm x 22.8 cm x 5.75 nm / 390 g - wireless keyboard
Weight 1.13 kg 1.32 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, magnesium alloy, carbon fibre reinforced plastic -
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen) ASUS ROG Flow Z13-ACRNM (GZ301VIC)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 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 300 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut - 100% DCI-P3
Features Anti-glare Glossy, Adaptive-Sync technology, HDR (high dynamic range), Pantone Validated, IPS-level, Dolby Vision
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen) ASUS ROG Flow Z13-ACRNM (GZ301VIC)
CPU Intel Core i5 (6th Gen) 6300U / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13900H / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3 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 Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen) ASUS ROG Flow Z13-ACRNM (GZ301VIC)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 32 GB (2 x 16 GB (soldered))
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 1866 MHz -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen) ASUS ROG Flow Z13-ACRNM (GZ301VIC)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD 1 TB SSD M.2 2230 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen) ASUS ROG Flow Z13-ACRNM (GZ301VIC)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 520 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video Memory - 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - NVIDIA Optimus, ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost, MUX Switch
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Resolution - 13 Megapixel (front), 5 Megapixel (front, IR)
Camera Features - IR camera
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Dual speakers, 3-microphone array
Codec CX11871 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Output: Smart Amplification technology, Hi-Res Audio; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen) ASUS ROG Flow Z13-ACRNM (GZ301VIC)
Wireless - Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen) ASUS ROG Flow Z13-ACRNM (GZ301VIC)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 56 Wh
Battery Life Up to 15.5 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen) ASUS ROG Flow Z13-ACRNM (GZ301VIC)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 130 Watt, 20 V, 6.5 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen) ASUS ROG Flow Z13-ACRNM (GZ301VIC)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad, stylus
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen) ASUS ROG Flow Z13-ACRNM (GZ301VIC)
Slots - 1 x ROG XG Mobile interface / USB-C
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0
USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3) (Power Delivery/data/video)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Thunderbolt 4 (supports DisplayPort) (Power Delivery)
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSDXC UHS-II) Yes (microSDXC UHS-II)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen) ASUS ROG Flow Z13-ACRNM (GZ301VIC)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 11 Home
Software Included - Microsoft 365 (Trial), Xbox Game Pass Ultimate (3 months)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen) ASUS ROG Flow Z13-ACRNM (GZ301VIC)
Included Accessories Power adapter Stylus, keyboard, USB-C power adapter, accessory bag, main strap, keyboard strap
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 Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810G tested Administrator password, ASUS Aura Sync technology, vapor chamber cooling system, BIOS protection
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, ISO 27001 -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number - MU003W
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