Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business vs. ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301VU)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business and ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301VU). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

vibrant pixelSense display

superior build quality

excellent graphics performance

tiltable touchscreen

good port selection

high price point

limited hardware upgrades

no Thunderbolt support

moderate battery life

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 Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business and ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301VU)
86 % - Design
87 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
86 % - Design
87 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business vs. ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301VU) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301VU)
Product Type Notebook - slider Tablet - with detachable keyboard
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.3 cm x 23 cm x 2.2 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 1.98 kg 1.18 kg
Case Material Anodised aluminium -
Colour Platinum Black
DISPLAY Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301VU)
Screen Size (Type) 14.4" 13.4"
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes
Screen Resolution 2400 x 1600 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
Pixel Density (ppi) 200 -
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 120 Hz 165 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 16:10
Image Brightness 650 cd/m² 500 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% DCI-P3
Features Color Calibrated, Corning Gorilla glass 5, sRGB Mode, vivid mode, VESA DisplayHDR 400, PixelSense Flow, Dolby Vision IQ Glossy, NVIDIA G-SYNC compatible, Adaptive-Sync technology, HDR (high dynamic range), Pantone Validated, Dolby Vision, Durable AR Coating (DXC), stylus touch mode
PROCESSOR Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301VU)
CPU Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 13800H / 2.5 GHz Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13900H / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5.2 GHz 5.4 GHz
Number of Cores 14-core 14-core
Cache 24 MB L3 - 24 MB
Platform Technology Intel Evo -
Features - Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301VU)
RAM 32 GB 16 GB (2 x 8 GB (soldered))
RAM Type LPDDR5X SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
STORAGE Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301VU)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD 1 TB SSD M.2 2230 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301VU)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 VRAM 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost, MUX Switch, NVIDIA Advanced Optimus
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes
Resolution - 13 Megapixel (rear), 5 Megapixel (front, IR)
Camera Features Windows Hello 2.0 IR camera
Sound Four speakers, two microphones Dual speakers, 3-microphone array
Compliant Standards Dolby Atmos Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Output: Omnisonic speakers Output: Smart Amplification technology; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301VU)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.3 Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301VU)
Technology - 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 56 Wh
Battery Life Up to 18 hours -
AC ADAPTER Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301VU)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 120 Watt 130 Watt, 20 V, 6.5 A
INPUT Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301VU)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Mechanical keys, Precision Haptic touchpad Chiclet keyboard, N-key rollover, 1.7mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301VU)
Slots - 1 x ROG XG Mobile interface / USB-C (1 free)
Interfaces 2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4) (Type C)
SurfaceConnect
Headphone output
USB 3.1
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) Yes (microSDXC UHS-II)
SOFTWARE Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301VU)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro Windows 11 Home
Software Included Microsoft 365 Business Standard, Business Premium or Microsoft 365 Apps (30 days trial), Microsoft 365 Apps (requires licence or subscription) Microsoft 365 (Trial), Armoury Crate, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate (3 months), GameVisual, Scenario Profiles
MISCELLANEOUS Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (GZ301VU)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter Keyboard, USB-C power adapter
Integrated Options Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, gyroscope -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Features Studio Mode, Laptop Mode, stage mode, Dynamic Woven Hinge System password, ASUS Aura Sync technology, vapor chamber cooling system, Aura Sync light bar, BIOS protection, Arc Flow Fans, 0dB Ambient Cooling
Manufacturer Warranty Limited hardware warranty - 1 year -
Model Number - MU001W
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