Lenovo ThinkPad X260 vs. ASUS ROG Flow Z13-ACRNM (GZ301VIC)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X260 and ASUS ROG Flow Z13-ACRNM (GZ301VIC). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

Lenovo ThinkPad X260 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X260 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

good connectivity options

compact and portable

average display quality

moderate processor speed

limited graphics performance

noisy under load

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 X260 and ASUS ROG Flow Z13-ACRNM (GZ301VIC)
85 % - Design
65 % - Display
75 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X260 vs. ASUS ROG Flow Z13-ACRNM (GZ301VIC) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X260 ASUS ROG Flow Z13-ACRNM (GZ301VIC)
Product Type Ultrabook Tablet - with detachable keyboard
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.55 cm x 20.85 cm x 2.03 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 1.3 kg 1.32 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre reinforced plastic -
Colour - Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X260 ASUS ROG Flow Z13-ACRNM (GZ301VIC)
Screen Size (Type) 12.5" - IPS 13.4"
Touchscreen - Yes
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (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 X260 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 Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X260 ASUS ROG Flow Z13-ACRNM (GZ301VIC)
RAM 8 GB 32 GB (2 x 16 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported 16 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X260 ASUS ROG Flow Z13-ACRNM (GZ301VIC)
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 Lenovo ThinkPad X260 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 Realtek ALC3245 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Output: Smart Amplification technology, Hi-Res Audio; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X260 ASUS ROG Flow Z13-ACRNM (GZ301VIC)
Wireless Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n 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 X260 ASUS ROG Flow Z13-ACRNM (GZ301VIC)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Installed Qty 1 -
Max Supported Qty 2 -
Battery Capacity (Size) 23 Wh 56 Wh
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X260 ASUS ROG Flow Z13-ACRNM (GZ301VIC)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 20 V 130 Watt, 20 V, 6.5 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X260 ASUS ROG Flow Z13-ACRNM (GZ301VIC)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad, stylus
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X260 ASUS ROG Flow Z13-ACRNM (GZ301VIC)
Slots - 1 x ROG XG Mobile interface / USB-C
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.0
USB 3.0 (Always On)
HDMI
Mini DisplayPort
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
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 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSDXC UHS-II)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X260 ASUS ROG Flow Z13-ACRNM (GZ301VIC)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Home
Software Included - Microsoft 365 (Trial), Xbox Game Pass Ultimate (3 months)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X260 ASUS ROG Flow Z13-ACRNM (GZ301VIC)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter Stylus, keyboard, USB-C power adapter, accessory bag, main strap, keyboard strap
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, ThinkEngine, MIL-STD-810G tested Administrator password, ASUS Aura Sync technology, vapor chamber cooling system, BIOS protection
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, RoHS, GREENGUARD, 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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