Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XX) 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.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XX) | ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301ZE) |
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Product Type | Ultrabook | Tablet - with detachable keyboard |
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Dimensions (WxDxH) | 31.5 cm x 22.16 cm x 1.49 cm | 30.2 cm x 20.4 cm x 1.2 cm |
Weight | 1.133 kg | 1.18 kg |
Case Material | Carbon fibre, magnesium alloy | - |
Colour | Black weave | - |
DISPLAY | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XX) | ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301ZE) |
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Screen Size (Type) | 14" - IPS | 13.4" |
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Touchscreen | - | Yes |
LCD Backlight Technology | LED backlight | LED backlight |
Screen Resolution | 3840 x 2400 (WQUXGA) | 3840 x 2400 (WQUXGA) |
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. | - | 60 Hz |
Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
Image Aspect Ratio | 16:10 | 16:10 |
Image Brightness | 500 cd/m² | - |
Colour Gamut | 100% DCI-P3 | 85% DCI-P3 |
Features | Glossy, Low Blue Light technology, 170° viewing angle | Glossy, Adaptive-Sync technology, 30 ms response rate, Pantone Validated, IPS-level |
PROCESSOR | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XX) | ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301ZE) |
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CPU | Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1145G7 / 2.6 GHz | Intel Core i9 (12th Gen) 12900H / 2.5 GHz |
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Max Turbo Speed | 4.4 GHz | 5 GHz |
Number of Cores | Quad-Core | 14-core |
Cache | 8 MB | 24 MB |
Features | Integrated memory controller | - |
MEMORY | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XX) | ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301ZE) |
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RAM | 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) | 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) |
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RAM Type | LPDDR4X SDRAM | LPDDR5 SDRAM |
Speed | 4266 MHz | - |
Rated Speed | 4266 MHz | - |
STORAGE | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XX) | ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301ZE) |
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Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Toshiba | 1 TB SSD M.2 2230 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) |
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AUDIO & VIDEO | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XX) | ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301ZE) |
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Graphics Processor (GPU) | Intel Iris Xe Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti |
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Memory Allocation Technology | Shared Video Memory (UMA) | - |
Max Monitors Supported | 3 external monitor(s) | - |
Video Memory | - | 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM |
Video System Features | - | NVIDIA Optimus, ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost |
Camera | Yes - 720p | Yes - 720p |
Resolution | - | 8 Megapixel (rear) |
Camera Features | IR camera, fixed focus, ThinkShutter camera privacy | - |
Sound | Four speakers, quad array microphone | Stereo speakers, 3-microphone array |
Codec | Realtek ALC3306 | - |
Compliant Standards | High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos | Dolby Atmos |
Audio Features | - | Noise-cancellation technology, Smart Amplification technology |
COMMUNICATIONS | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XX) | ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301ZE) |
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Wireless | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 | Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) |
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Wireless Controller | Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 | - |
Network Interface | Gigabit Ethernet | - |
Features | - | Dual stream (2x2) |
BATTERY | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XX) | ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301ZE) |
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Technology | 4-cell lithium polymer | 4-cell Lithium Ion |
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Battery Capacity (Size) | 57 Wh | 56 Wh |
Battery Life | Up to 26 hours | - |
AC ADAPTER | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XX) | ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301ZE) |
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Input | AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) | AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) |
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Output | 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V | 100 Watt, 20 V, 5 A |
INPUT | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XX) | ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301ZE) |
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Type | Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav | Keyboard, touchpad |
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Keyboard Backlight | Yes | Yes (RGB) |
Features | Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad | Chiclet keyboard |
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XX) | ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301ZE) |
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Interfaces | USB 3.2 Gen 1 USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On) 2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0) HDMI Headphone/microphone combo jack LAN (on supplied adapter) |
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) |
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Memory Card Reader | - | Yes (microSDXC UHS-II) |
SOFTWARE | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XX) | ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301ZE) |
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Operating System (OS) | Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition | Windows 11 Home |
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MISCELLANEOUS | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XX) | ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301ZE) |
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Included Accessories | USB-C power adapter, Lenovo USB-C to Ethernet Adapter | Power adapter, keyboard, USB-C power adapter, ROG XG Mobile |
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Security | Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader | Fingerprint reader |
Security Slot Type | Kensington nano security slot | - |
Theft/Intrusion Protection | Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) | - |
Features | Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password | System password, ASUS Aura Sync technology, Aura Sync light bar |
Compliant Standards | RoHS | - |
ENERGY STAR Certified | Yes | - |
EPEAT Compliant | EPEAT Gold | - |
TCO Certified | TCO Certified Notebooks 8 | - |
Max Operating Temperature | 35 °C | - |
Min Operating Temperature | 5 °C | - |
Humidity Range Operating | 8 - 95% | - |
Model Number | - | LC218W |