ROG FLOW Z13 2023 - Performance Review - It's an Absolute Unit...

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  • čas přidán 19. 06. 2024
  • I'm taking a look at the newly revised Z13 for 2023; and it is a HUGE performance bump over last year's Z13!
    00:00 - 00:50 Introduction
    00:50 - 01:56 Unboxing
    01:56 - 03:09 Hands On with the Device / Features
    03:09 - 05:44 Hinge and Exterior
    05:44 - 07:20 Display and Ghosting (Nebula)
    07:20 - 11:49 Performance Figures
    11:49 - 14:40 Performance Modes and Power Scaling
    14:40 - Think about This!
    Also I did a fun video with the Z13 on TabletPro's Channel:
    • Asus Rog Flow Z13 - SH...
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Komentáře • 166

  • @TSUNAMI17
    @TSUNAMI17 Před rokem +3

    Thank you for showing the difference in refresh rate and ghosting! Very few CZcamsrs are showing this!

  • @user-ep1sw6od3u
    @user-ep1sw6od3u Před rokem

    thank you so much for the video this is one of the earliest reviews on this unit probably the only one on the internet rn

  • @lawrenceyeung3381
    @lawrenceyeung3381 Před rokem

    Thanks. Your review helps me a lot.

  • @klalwani84
    @klalwani84 Před 8 měsíci

    Great detail, thank you for posting your analysis.

  • @jasoncliche7250
    @jasoncliche7250 Před rokem

    Thanks for taking time to do this review. Can see that you are genuinely excited by this laptop. Now I wish they would hurry up and take my money.

  • @willl4575
    @willl4575 Před rokem

    definitely a good video man, please make some more!

  • @AndrewD50297045
    @AndrewD50297045 Před rokem

    Exactly what I was looking for for school. Great review

  • @aaeriam
    @aaeriam Před rokem

    Thanks for taking the time to compile all this information! I really wanted to jump on the Z13 +XG Mobile wagon last year, but the performance wasn't as good as I was hoping. This data gives me hope that I might be able to replace my current 3080Ti laptop docking station with this + the new XG Mobile without sacrificing too much, if any, performance.

  • @likeasir007
    @likeasir007 Před rokem

    Amazing review with nice comparisons! :D

  • @Terreos
    @Terreos Před rokem +5

    They really seemed to address the performance issues I think a lot of us had with the device last year. Very glad they gave us 130w vs 100w because I could not run mine at turbo without it discharging the battery. So might finally have that performance tablet I’ve been looking for.

  • @Vegatablez
    @Vegatablez Před rokem +2

    Absolutely can't wait to see the x13 and 16 models!

  • @thadboy1022
    @thadboy1022 Před rokem +1

    Great review, a few charts would be welcome. Also a noise test at idle would be great because my 2021 x13 just won't shut up

  • @Shadowwe1
    @Shadowwe1 Před rokem +5

    Amazing review. I'm personally eyeing the Asus Zenbook 14 pro with a 120hz oled screen and a 4070. It seems like the perfect all around thin and light, but I'm concerned about battery life and curious about the gpu wattage since asus doesn't mention it. What do you think of it and will you test it by chance? Thanks.

  • @smaronboruah
    @smaronboruah Před rokem +13

    Finally a detailed review showcasing the performance!
    Glad Nvidia's claim about the 40 series being so good at lower wattages is true.
    Quite stoked for the X13 as well

  • @shirokuro73
    @shirokuro73 Před rokem +2

    Great video as always! How have you found the battery life when not gaming? I have the 2022 i9/3050Ti model, and the battery life was probably my biggest issue with it. The performance was great for such a small machine, and I could notice the screen ghosting on some games - so knowing those 2 things are incredibly better on the 2023 is making me very very tempted. The ACRNM version looks great too (and you did a great video on that too!) but it's just a bit too crazy blingy for me maybe? If the 4050 has decent battery life, I'd angle towards that. If I can sell my 2022...!!

  • @alcinoos4013
    @alcinoos4013 Před rokem +1

    thanks u so much

  • @foxxionair
    @foxxionair Před rokem

    Hey there thanks alot for thos review. How loud would you consider this machine in performance and silent mode? Greetings

  • @leonardk7455
    @leonardk7455 Před rokem +1

    great video

  • @Warlock15th
    @Warlock15th Před rokem

    Thank you for the recipes, any info on pricing?

  • @najved
    @najved Před rokem +2

    hey @cbutters Tech , how loud is the rog flow? How long does the battery last on a single charge?

  • @mikkelkirketerp4884
    @mikkelkirketerp4884 Před rokem +1

    I've got a base spec Surface Pro 8 - I can't imagine how much faster this new Z13 is!! :D
    I'm gonna swap out the surface for this I think - only consideration for me is how good the pen support is?

  • @JCMaldonado13
    @JCMaldonado13 Před rokem +28

    Just got the 2022 version for $1300 at Best Buy, might return it and get the 4060 one instead.

    • @blackstoneriverworkshop7167
      @blackstoneriverworkshop7167 Před rokem +4

      I just got the 2023 4050 model and I'm also really happy with it, idk if I'd trade it for the 4060 or not, because the 4060 is gonna munch battery even faster which could cross into annoying

    • @Alan-19719
      @Alan-19719 Před rokem +3

      Do you know where can I get the RTX 4060 model? I'm looking all over the Internet but I can only find the RTX 4050 model.

    • @Ilikedahrice
      @Ilikedahrice Před rokem +5

      Same. I cant belive they sold the i9 3050ti version for 1300, ill be keeping mine.

    • @jimmyli8129
      @jimmyli8129 Před rokem +2

      Open box is less than $1k now but I m still getting the new 4050 one because of the screen

    • @RedheadLG
      @RedheadLG Před rokem

      Just did the same. Getting mine in a few days and can’t wait

  • @user-kw2fe4nd3h
    @user-kw2fe4nd3h Před rokem +1

    Use 60% more power and get 60% to 80% more performance, quite good. Last year model cpu power limit throttling at 22w, that will be the main problem I want to know if it has been fixed. Or the machine will still be lack of power, it will stutter like glitch when number of npc increase.

  • @vikramaddanki8083
    @vikramaddanki8083 Před 6 měsíci

    Thank you for prioritizing and showing the product instead of yourself like most of the other video makers do.

  • @yuhyiyuhhh3746
    @yuhyiyuhhh3746 Před rokem +4

    Hi, can you compare the flow z13 2022 vs 2023, especially the keyboard problem. I rad many articles that many of the z13 2022 owner is facing faulty keyboard, they cant bend in certain angle,(the cause probably: 1. flex cables snaps easyl 2. Pin base is damage)
    I wanted to buy this 2023 version but if the keyboard facing the same problem maybe i’ll reconsider, really appreciate if reply, thank you, very usefull video..

  • @tsunarun
    @tsunarun Před 4 měsíci

    Thanks for this comparison. One question : can we by thirdparty charger with 130w

  • @emudshit
    @emudshit Před rokem

    Could you compare thickness to last years model, its saying its a fair bit thicker but is that maybe just the kick stand thats thicker or the entire device ect ect, thank you, measurements of it without the keyboard would be much appretiated

  • @RockyRakoon
    @RockyRakoon Před rokem +1

    Does it overheat a lot? Especially when these new models dont allow undervolting.

    • @cbutters
      @cbutters  Před rokem +1

      Nope the cooling solution is very robust.

  • @mre1909
    @mre1909 Před rokem

    Does this years model comes with a better solution with the keyboard problem not working while in typing angle, but when I put down completely it works?

  • @gregskuza7166
    @gregskuza7166 Před 7 měsíci

    Hi, I got my 2023 Z13 a couple of months ago and my question is how to get the best black on the Nebula panel. There are some presets for FPS etc in Armoury Crate but I hope there is some other way to adjust contrast and brightness etc? Any suggestions?
    Great video!

  • @madyunique2785
    @madyunique2785 Před rokem

    Flow x 13 2023 is coming 28 th match. Excited for it. I've ordered galaxy book 3 360 though so I'm confused.

  • @dalejail
    @dalejail Před rokem +1

    how does it preform with a non-xg egpu with the thunderbolt?

  • @valentino.rostami
    @valentino.rostami Před rokem

    I’m interested but the screen size scares me, I need it for coding and machine learning, the config is good but the screen! what’s your recommendation?

  • @rsinha2700
    @rsinha2700 Před 11 měsíci

    Hi, can you please share the link to excel where you have benchmarked data for laptops

  • @jdelossantosart2582
    @jdelossantosart2582 Před rokem

    Did the pen performance improve in any way?

  • @ew9n
    @ew9n Před 10 měsíci

    did it come with a stylus? some videos show it coming with one and some dont. aaa

  • @Goalier95
    @Goalier95 Před rokem +1

    Do you find the 16GB of RAM limiting?

  • @ctsperformance1755
    @ctsperformance1755 Před rokem +1

    yeah honestly never thought I would say this, but efficiency wise, NVIDIA NAILED it this year, allowing Ultra Books to get on a level never before. Those things are now viable gaming rigs! like wtf! What a time to be alive :D except for pricing ^^

  • @DragonMasterJon
    @DragonMasterJon Před rokem

    What do you do when it comes down to having to repaste this?

  • @NatalieRath
    @NatalieRath Před rokem +3

    I have one too! Love it but holy hell the battery life.

    • @50bmg10
      @50bmg10 Před rokem

      is it good or bad?

  • @malhaar707
    @malhaar707 Před rokem +1

    Everything seems good except the RAM factor. Not sure why the 2023 model still has the same 16 GB RAM.
    My current laptop drains out of memory when I open too many apps and browser tabs, and some App dev-related apps.
    Can someone confirm that this machine is good and all-rounder i.e. development + gaming and Video editing with tablet form factor?

  • @darkside9544
    @darkside9544 Před rokem +5

    Battery life in comparison to last year?

  • @design926
    @design926 Před rokem

    Please whatbis difference battery drain ?
    Thanks

  • @KTamas27
    @KTamas27 Před rokem

    So compared to 3050 ti theb4050 is about 110 percent performsnce increase and the 4070 is 190 percent?

  • @tinop414
    @tinop414 Před rokem

    Any news on x16 2023 international model?

  • @TheDavidson505
    @TheDavidson505 Před rokem

    When will these be in stock!? Unavailable everywhere!

  • @skyzsolstice
    @skyzsolstice Před rokem +1

    I can't wait for the flow x13

  • @silverpro8356
    @silverpro8356 Před rokem

    Hey Cbutters what sort of battery times are you getting and lets hope the screen has no PWM (Pulse width modulation).

    • @ragaadin9408
      @ragaadin9408 Před rokem

      i think it's free from PWM because the screen is use standart IPS panel, not an miniled or oled which usually had that PWM thing.

  • @ltl9009
    @ltl9009 Před rokem +18

    I got last year's i9 version. Even 10 months after I got it, it's still my favorite impulse buy ever.
    The XG Mobile would be more worthwhile if it was a swappable desktop GPU.

  • @user-kh1ro6wv3t
    @user-kh1ro6wv3t Před rokem

    When does it come out?

  • @RyanEllerbe
    @RyanEllerbe Před 6 měsíci

    I’m torn between this and a surface. I need to be able to store the pen away and the surface provides for that. I really wish they had designed the z13 to have a spot to put the pen.

  • @Artak091
    @Artak091 Před rokem +2

    How’s battery life?

  • @H3LLMAU5
    @H3LLMAU5 Před 5 měsíci

    I really don’t need something like this for the type of work I’m gonna be using it for, and neither I need it for gaming since I already have a 3070 ti Zephyrus and a 3070 gaming PC… but god the asthmatics on that tablet looks so good I feel like just driving to my local Best Buy and get it

  • @KTamas27
    @KTamas27 Před rokem

    Why the x16 only still got 100w pd charging?

  • @minklein
    @minklein Před rokem

    Ahhh man you convinced me lol 😆

  • @omarno.9470
    @omarno.9470 Před rokem

    Hello, your review made me buy this product and it is as good as you said! but mine did not come with a pen, is it because of the US market?

    • @cbutters
      @cbutters  Před rokem +1

      Yes, US doesn't come with it, grab a surface pen or a cheap one off amazon. It just needs to support MPP (Microsoft Pen Protocol)

  • @mohamedimadh9886
    @mohamedimadh9886 Před rokem

    I'm waiting for flow x 16 as a mechanical engineering student.

  • @foxyluxyy
    @foxyluxyy Před rokem

    Will there be a x13 review

  • @enriqueac7641
    @enriqueac7641 Před rokem

    Just the future in front of our eyes

  • @telchor7931
    @telchor7931 Před rokem

    How does the Pen performance compare to last year and does it come close to the Surface Pro?

    • @cbutters
      @cbutters  Před rokem +2

      Unfortunately, the pen feels exactly the same as last years, which is to say its a lot less smooth than Surface Pro. It's passable, and has pressure sensitivity; but if inking / drawing is your primary concern... this might not be your device.

  • @tonybrynolf9980
    @tonybrynolf9980 Před rokem

    I was thinking of getting it and using it with a 4k oled monitor. Will it be able to handle it and can I expect it to handle it for a while into the future?

    • @cbutters
      @cbutters  Před rokem

      It can handle that resolution just fine for most things, however for gaming... you should plan on dropping the resolution of newer games to 1080p or 1440p or plan on using FSR or DLSS. It should do okay, especially the 4060 and 4070 version. However, if you really want to play at 4k resolution in games, You'd need likely at least a 4080 graphics solution to hit that in the newest titles.

  • @dicksonZero
    @dicksonZero Před rokem

    please use an external mic for your commentary. it is annoying having your volume fluctuating all the time throughout the video because you keep moving around the camera

  • @zergslayer69
    @zergslayer69 Před rokem +1

    Are you able to find out how much vram the 4050 has? I believe last years 3050ti only has 4gb

  • @user-vx7jz9iu4v
    @user-vx7jz9iu4v Před 2 měsíci

    Is it cellular?

  • @ph1ni422
    @ph1ni422 Před měsícem

    Oh, I enjoyed this video, I just need to see you PLAY STAR CITIZEN, AND I'm convinced. Plz, thank you. Im subbing!!❤❤😊

  • @-eternal
    @-eternal Před rokem +1

    Hey man, do you plan on reviewing the 2023 x16?

  • @audioramplify
    @audioramplify Před 11 měsíci

    I love the tablet but wished the exposed was made of metal. Looks weird when both sides are different in materials.

  • @tomaszrudyk5718
    @tomaszrudyk5718 Před rokem

    what you think... is it better to buy 2022 4k i9 3050ti model with xg mobile 3080 or 2023 model 4050?

    • @cbutters
      @cbutters  Před rokem

      If money is no object.... the mobile 3080 is going to be faster, but I think the 2023 is still what I would pick, then if you need more performance, save up for an xg mobile later.

  • @JohnnyinCLE
    @JohnnyinCLE Před rokem +3

    Nice review. That said, I really wanted to like the Flow Z13, of this year's model (as well as last years). My problem? The NvME size is a DEAL BREAKER for me. There are UMPCs (like GPD, AYA, One-Netbook, among others) that enable 2280 in a smaller board, without a hitch. ROG is going to have to figure out that some of us do NOT care about the RGB glass on the back, and care more about storage options, like 2280 NvME (without having to tack on a ROG Arion NvME enclosure). I pay good money for ROG products, but the inky-dinky NvME remains a no-go for me.

  • @EJ-oz2nm
    @EJ-oz2nm Před rokem

    Is this good for daytrading? 🤔
    Torn between those 13inch laptops. Which is which 😅

    • @cbutters
      @cbutters  Před rokem

      screen might be a bit small for something like day-trading, but with an additional monitor; would be just fine.

  • @DiogoAmaroONE
    @DiogoAmaroONE Před 11 měsíci +1

    Between this model and a surface pro 9 i7 16 GB RAM which one do you think is better?
    I currently have a discount and the Asus costs 1600$ and the Surface with keyboard cover costs 1500$
    Edit: It's more for work than anything else, but using some programs that are a bit heavy and the graphics would help a lot until

    • @Aedxn
      @Aedxn Před 3 měsíci +2

      Hi, which device did you choose?

    • @DiogoAmaroONE
      @DiogoAmaroONE Před 3 měsíci

      @@AedxnAsus i9

  • @maxipaxi6338
    @maxipaxi6338 Před rokem

    Tried the pen?

  • @pitbull3803
    @pitbull3803 Před rokem

    Dude good video, but clearly you are new to this or you look like it . Next time you could consider making some graphs or smth rather then just showing on the excell. Also please look at the camera it will be more appealing videos. Besides all that great content:)

  • @Kobifans
    @Kobifans Před rokem

    Dude, Honestly, I have no idea on what you're saying. All I can say is, this might be the first laptop I'll buy in 9 years. I wanna go back to gaming since Counterstrike 2 is released.

  • @Sonic-ez9xz
    @Sonic-ez9xz Před rokem +9

    How's the battery life?

    • @davidlane1248
      @davidlane1248 Před 11 měsíci

      No reviewer mentions this. I'm assuming a lot of them are paid to review this thing and aren't allowed to talk about it's objectively bad feature
      According to Reddit and other online users, you may get up to 4-5 hours under the best circumstances possible... On non-gaming or GPU intensive tasks. If you want to game, you plug it in, seems to be the story

  • @marcosruiz9016
    @marcosruiz9016 Před rokem

    Do u suggest 4050 or 4060 ? For future proof and battery life

    • @beckinbinderin
      @beckinbinderin Před rokem

      4060. The battery life all depends on the model you buy.

  • @munneysreviews
    @munneysreviews Před rokem +1

    Bro,
    WHERE DID YOU FIND ONE FOR SALE?!

    • @cbutters
      @cbutters  Před rokem

      ASUS web store... had a very small quantity drop end of last week.

  • @hodr1000
    @hodr1000 Před rokem +1

    I just bought the acrynm version 32gb and 4070. Crazy.

    • @zergslayer69
      @zergslayer69 Před rokem

      I thought they’re all 16gb ram?

    • @hodr1000
      @hodr1000 Před rokem

      @@zergslayer69 this one is 32GB according to asus website

    • @zergslayer69
      @zergslayer69 Před rokem

      @@hodr1000 oh nice, I guess gotta give you more if dropping 3 grand on it

  • @vonpester
    @vonpester Před rokem

    Release date?

  • @adolwu7602
    @adolwu7602 Před rokem

    There is also RTX2050 model for 2023 Z13. I might consider buy that one to save some cost and then get a 4090 XG MOBILE cuz I need a powerfull pad for bringing outside for work and have a more powerfull gaming PC at home.

    • @soa2444
      @soa2444 Před rokem

      Gaming? How old are you?

    • @adolwu7602
      @adolwu7602 Před rokem

      @@soa2444 Any problem of seeking a gaming PC here? The brand name ROG stands for what?

    • @khalifa6413
      @khalifa6413 Před 11 měsíci

      ​@@adolwu7602fr 2050? Don't see it tho

    • @Frigobar_Ranamelonico
      @Frigobar_Ranamelonico Před 8 měsíci

      ​@@soa2444bro is so stupid that I doesn't even know what Rog stand for💀

  • @waeelaldoo
    @waeelaldoo Před rokem

    when will the 2023 x13 come out?

    • @cbutters
      @cbutters  Před rokem

      I'm guessing within the next 1-6 weeks.. but I can't find any real information yet.

  • @asmrnaturecat984
    @asmrnaturecat984 Před rokem

    Please do similar with x13

    • @cbutters
      @cbutters  Před rokem +1

      I'm dying to get my hands on the 2023 X13... I'll definitely be doing the X13 :)

  • @mikaielgnvi5470
    @mikaielgnvi5470 Před rokem

    👌👌

  • @bobthebuilder101ism
    @bobthebuilder101ism Před rokem

    Where do you purchase the 4050 series over the 3050

    • @cbutters
      @cbutters  Před rokem

      I got this unit on asus's USA webstore. it comes into stock occassionally, especially around 8am

    • @beckinbinderin
      @beckinbinderin Před rokem

      eBay or Amazon. (UK)

  • @under90seconds
    @under90seconds Před rokem

    How's the battery life? Last year models had awfull battery life...

    • @cbutters
      @cbutters  Před rokem

      It's also pretty bad, unless you take drastic measures to control power consumption

  • @matthewcherrington2634

    I'm worried about the vram speed

  • @stefangalben5638
    @stefangalben5638 Před 10 měsíci

    Compare it to surface pro 9

  • @malsh5608
    @malsh5608 Před rokem

    More game tests live plz

  • @8bitrepeg340
    @8bitrepeg340 Před rokem

    How much? I can't get a computer that I don't want to increase the price to buy a profiteer

  • @PadeJuan
    @PadeJuan Před rokem

    Where’d you buy it??

    • @cbutters
      @cbutters  Před rokem +1

      ASUS web store USA, it comes in and out of stock recently pretty often.

  • @ReyRey277
    @ReyRey277 Před rokem

    The Surface Pro in shambles right now. Time for them to wake up

  • @agostinoabbatecola4289

    If they make a 14-inch OLED version (the current panel sucks, I've seen it live, it's pitiful, let's face it).
    With a bigger battery (since then the space is there), 56Wh not even 2 hours do you do with Google Chrome/Opera/Edge.... eating up all the resources with its awesome CEF or whatever, like GPU with DLSS/RTX eating watts like they are chips. Then damn these mini trackpads, it's so much space, why make a square. This tablet/laptop has always been a dream, however on 2000-3000 I expect quality. Another thing on a gaming PC 1TB is nothing, why put a chipset that supports max 1TB, so you can't expand...bhoo. Before they put a solution, they reflect or not.... If they play the saving game on 3000 euros people think 1000 times....

  • @user-kw2fe4nd3h
    @user-kw2fe4nd3h Před rokem

    I hope there will be a fan noise test

    • @cbutters
      @cbutters  Před rokem

      If you put it into silent mode and GPU on eco... The fans stay off; 0db. even doing pretty intensive things...
      Turbo mode when taxing the dGPU can be pretty loud though. Performance mode is a good compromise.

    • @user-kw2fe4nd3h
      @user-kw2fe4nd3h Před rokem

      @@cbutters Thank you. But I really want to know the dB value when loading, so that can compare it to last year model more easily. My z13 is about 40 dB at full load.

  • @KTamas27
    @KTamas27 Před rokem

    Az 12:15 why you didn't get 130w?

    • @cbutters
      @cbutters  Před rokem

      13:28

    • @KTamas27
      @KTamas27 Před rokem

      @@cbutters i still don't get it. You said u charge up to 100 percent to get full performance. You cant go over 110 even if the batter is 100 percent?

    • @cbutters
      @cbutters  Před rokem

      @Kotakomba nope. 110w... the 20w overhead is for if you need the battery to be charging. So if running at full speed and charging battery, then yes.. you'd pull 130w from the charger. Since battery was full the cpu+gpu+display don't pull more than 110w.

    • @KTamas27
      @KTamas27 Před rokem

      @@cbutters isn't there a way in the bios to get out 130w at 100 percent battery or a bit colder 120 125?

    • @cbutters
      @cbutters  Před rokem +1

      @Kotakomba nope. The gpu pulling 65 max + 35w on cpu + overhead brings you to 100w, then 10 more for system and screen. It's already very fast at these levels.

  • @beckinbinderin
    @beckinbinderin Před rokem

    I really want this machine... but that PRICE! :/

  • @woowoo3133
    @woowoo3133 Před rokem

    Waiting for X13 anyway..

  • @CptAloevera
    @CptAloevera Před rokem

    The new one also has face id

  • @CptAloevera
    @CptAloevera Před rokem +1

    Buy this one or new x13

    • @cbutters
      @cbutters  Před rokem

      I'll most likely get the 2023 x13... but the z13 is still great if you like the form factor.

  • @daniloeburneo1259
    @daniloeburneo1259 Před rokem +1

    Wainting for x13...

  • @sanjayshuklz
    @sanjayshuklz Před rokem

    Touch screen?

    • @cbutters
      @cbutters  Před rokem +1

      Touch and Pen Digitizer yes.