ASUS ROG Flow X13 (2023)
| Manufacturer | ASUS |
|---|---|
| Product family | ROG Flow |
| Release date | January 2023 |
| Introductory price | USD 1249 to 2500 |
| Discontinued | No |
| Operating system | Windows 11 Home |
| CPU | AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS |
| Memory | 16 GB or 32 GB LPDDR5-6400 MHz (soldered) |
| Memory slots | None (soldered) |
| Storage | 512 GB, 1 TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 2230 SSD |
| Storage slots | 1 user accessible |
| Removable storage | microSD (UHS-II) |
| Display | Screen size: 13.4 inch Panel type: IPS Coating: Glossy Resolution: 2560 x 1600 Aspect ratio: 16:10 Refresh rate: 120 Hz or 165 Hz Brightness: 500 Nits sRGB: 100 % Adobe RGB: 75 % DCI-P3: 100 % VRR: G-Sync Response Time: 3 ms or 7 ms |
| Graphics | AMD Radeon 780M Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop 8 GB GDDR6 60 W w/ Dynamic Boost Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 Laptop 8 GB GDDR6 60 W w/ Dynamic Boost |
| Sound | 2 x stereo speakers w/ Smart Amplifier Technology |
| Camera | 1080p FHD IR Camera for Windows Hello |
| Touchpad | Glass, 7.5 centimetres (3.0 in) x 13 centimetres (5.1 in) |
| Connectivity | MediaTek MT7922 WiFi 6E Bluetooth 5.3 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Type-A) 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Type-C, DP 1.4, PD) 1 x USB 4 (Type-C, DP 1.4, 130W PD) 1 x HDMI 2.1 1 x 3.5mm headphone/microphone jack 1 x ROG XG Mobile Interface and USB Type-C combo port (with USB 3.2 Gen2, support DisplayPort™ 1.4) |
| Dimensions | W: 299 millimetres (11.8 in) D: 212 millimetres (8.3 in) H: 18.7 millimetres (0.74 in) |
| Mass | 1.3 kilograms (2.9 lb) |
| Power brick | 130W USB-C power adapter |
| Battery | 4 cell Li-ion 75 WHr |
| Keyboard | Single-zone white backlit |
| Chassis | Color: Black Materials: Metal lid and underside, plastic arm-rest Cooling: 2 x fans, 3 x radiators, 2 x heatpipes, liquid metal on CPU |
| Number pad | No |
| Fingerprint reader | No |
| Facial recognition | Yes (Windows Hello) |
| Special features | 2-in-1 convertible |
| Predecessor | ASUS ROG Flow X13 (2022) |
| Website | ASUS |
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The ASUS ROG Flow X13 (2023) is a high-end ultraportable gaming laptop that features significant upgrades over its predecessor, including a newer AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS CPU and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 40-series GPU options. It is praised for its thin and light design, sharp display, and comfortable keyboard, making it suitable for various uses, including gaming, multimedia, and workstation tasks.[1][2][3][4]
Primary Hardware
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Processor
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 (2023) is equipped with the AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS Mobile Processor, which features 8 cores and 16 threads, a 16MB L3 cache, and a maximum boost clock of up to 5.2 GHz.[1]
The Ryzen 9 7940HS handles general productivity tasks and demanding workloads like video editing and gaming effectively, providing a smooth experience across various applications. It stabilizes at around 60W of sustained power on the Turbo setting, with temperatures reaching up to 95°C. The CPU performs exceptionally well in multi-threaded applications, making it suitable for heavy multitasking.[2][3]
Benchmarks:
- Geekbench 5:
- Single-Thread: 1,866 points
- Multi-Thread: 11,097 points[2]
- Cinebench R23:
- Cinebench R15:
- Multi Core: 2,500 points[3]
Graphics
The ROG Flow X13 (2023) can be configured with the following GPUs[1]:
- Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU with 8 GB GDDR6 memory, 1520 MHz boost clock, and 60 W TGP with Dynamic Boost.
- Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 Laptop GPU with 8 GB GDDR6 memory, 1280 MHz boost clock, and 60 W TGP with Dynamic Boost.
- AMD Radeon 780M integrated GPU.
The RTX 4060 and RTX 4070 GPUs deliver smooth gameplay in demanding AAA titles and support Frame Generation for higher frame rates, enhancing the gaming experience. The laptop can also connect to an external GPU via the proprietary ASUS ROG XG Mobile Interface for even more graphical power.[2][3]
Benchmarks:
- Basemark GPU: Overall Score - 83,319[2]
- Borderlands 3: Avg. FPS - 90 fps[2]
- Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Avg. FPS - 102 fps[2]
- 3DMark Fire Strike: 20,390 points[3]
- 3DMark Time Spy: 8,645 points[3]
- Uniengine Superposition (1080p Extreme): 5,007 points[3]
Memory
The ROG Flow X13 (2023) comes with either 16 GB or 32 GB of LPDDR5-6400 MHz memory, which is soldered onto the motherboard and not user-replaceable.[1]
The RAM provides sufficient memory for multitasking and running demanding applications, but the lack of upgradeability may be a concern for some users.[2][3]
Benchmarks:
- AIDA64 Memory Copy: 69,089 MB/s[4]
- AIDA64 Memory Read: 79,656 MB/s[4]
- AIDA64 Memory Write: 92,353 MB/s[4]
- AIDA64 Memory Latency: 111.1 ns[4]
Storage
The ROG Flow X13 (2023) can be configured with 512 GB or 1 TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 2230 SSDs.[1]
The SSD offers excellent sequential read and write speeds, enhancing system responsiveness and reducing load times for applications and games. However, the storage expansion options are limited due to the single M.2 2230 slot.[2][3][4]
Benchmarks:
- CrystalDiskMark 5/6:
- Read Seq: 3,662.16 MB/s
- Write Seq: 1,968.11 MB/s[4]
- AS SSD Score Total: 5,403 points[4]
Co-processors
The ROG Flow X13 (2023) includes the AMD Radeon 780M integrated GPU, which is decent for light tasks and can handle 1080p gaming at low settings, providing a fallback option for less demanding applications.[2]
Input Devices
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Keyboard
The ROG Flow X13 (2023) features a single-zone white backlit chiclet keyboard with a comfortable typing experience. The keys have a 1.7 mm travel depth and firm feedback, making it suitable for both gaming and productivity tasks. The keyboard layout includes full-sized and well-spaced keycaps, with additional media keys in the top-left corner.[1][3]
The key spacing is slightly tight, which may take some getting used to, and the keys smudge easily due to their black soft finishing.[2][3]
Touchpad
The ROG Flow X13 (2023) comes with a large glass touchpad measuring 7.5 centimetres (3.0 in) x 13 centimetres (5.1 in). The touchpad tracks movements accurately and supports gestures well, with no issues regarding palm rejection. The buttons feel tactile, although clicking is limited to the bottom half of the touchpad.[1][2][3]
Webcam
The ROG Flow X13 (2023) is equipped with a 1080p FHD IR camera that supports Windows Hello for facial recognition. The webcam delivers outstanding video quality with true-to-life colors and a high level of detail, making it ideal for video conferencing.[1][2][3]
Microphone
The ROG Flow X13 (2023) includes a built-in 3-microphone array. Voices sound loud and clear with minimal background noise, making it suitable for video calls and online meetings.[1][2]
Output Devices
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Display
The ROG Flow X13 (2023) offers several display options[1]:
- 13.4-inch QHD+ (2560 x 1600) IPS-level, 165 Hz, 3 ms response time, 500 nits brightness, 100% DCI-P3, Pantone Validated, Dolby Vision HDR
- 13.4-inch QHD+ (2560 x 1600) IPS-level, 120 Hz, 7 ms response time, 500 nits brightness, 100% sRGB, 75% Adobe RGB, Pantone Validated, Dolby Vision HDR
The display is sharp and bright, suitable for gaming and productivity tasks, with a high refresh rate that enhances the gaming experience. The QHD+ variant is better suited for gaming with the 165Hz refresh rate, fast response times, and G-Sync support.[2][3][4]
Benchmarks:
- Brightness: Maximum - 473 cd/m²[2]
- Contrast Ratio: 1,217:1[2]
- Color Coverage: 99.8% sRGB, 85.0% AdobeRGB, 98.0% DCI-P3[3]
Audio
The ROG Flow X13 (2023) features a 2-speaker system with Smart Amplifier Technology. The speakers sound clear but are tinny with no bass, making them less suitable for media consumption without external speakers. The maximum volume is around 70 dBA.[1][2][3]
Connectivity
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WiFi
The ROG Flow X13 (2023) is equipped with a MediaTek MT7922 Wi-Fi 6E module, offering faster speeds and lower latency compared to previous standards, improving online gaming and streaming experiences.[1][2][3]
Benchmarks:
- Average transmit speed: 1711 MBit/s
- Average receive speed: 1730 MBit/s[4]
Bluetooth
The ROG Flow X13 (2023) comes with Bluetooth 5.3.[1]
SD Card Reader
The ROG Flow X13 (2023) includes a microSD card reader that supports UHS-II speeds, allowing for quick data transfers from compatible memory cards.[1][2]
USB
The ROG Flow X13 (2023) is equipped with the following USB ports[1]:
- 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A
- 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C (with DisplayPort 1.4 and Power Delivery)
- 1 x USB 4 Type-C (with DisplayPort 1.4 and 130W Power Delivery)
- 1 x ROG XG Mobile Interface and USB Type-C combo port (with USB 3.2 Gen2, support DisplayPort™ 1.4)
Display Outputs
The ROG Flow X13 (2023) includes the following display outputs[1]:
- 1 x HDMI 2.1
- 1 x USB-C with DisplayPort 1.4
Case
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The ROG Flow X13 (2023) features a premium aluminum chassis with a sleek and sturdy design. The materials and textures provide excellent grip and do not smudge easily. The device is compact and portable, making it suitable for travel.[1][3][4]
The overall design is a slight refinement of the previous X13 chassis, with minimal flex and a premium feel. The laptop weighs 1.3 kg and has dimensions of 18.7 mm height x 299 mm width x 212 mm depth.[4]
Maintenance
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Accessing the internals of the ROG Flow X13 (2023) is straightforward, requiring the removal of ten Philips-head screws to take off the bottom panel.[3][4]
Upgradeable components:
- 1 x M.2 2230 PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD slot (most configurations only have one slot filled from the factory).
- WLAN card.
- Battery.[3][4]
Cooling System
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The ROG Flow X13 (2023) is equipped with a dual-fan, dual-heatpipe cooling system, with liquid metal compound applied on the CPU and regular thermal paste on the GPU. The thermal design includes two fans, three radiators, and two heatpipes.[1][3][4]
Heat
The laptop gets warm under load, particularly on the keyboard, but remainswithin acceptable limits for comfort. A hotspot develops on all profiles in the middle-top part of the laptop, over the components, reaching temperatures in the 50s and even close to 60s on Turbo mode. The regions around the WASD and arrow keys stay in the mid to high 30s on all profiles, so in actual use, this laptop rarely felt hot to the touch.[3][4]
Benchmarks:
- Maximum upper side temperature: 45.6 °C
- Maximum bottom temperature: 44.2 °C[4]
Noise
The fans are audible under load but not overly distracting, maintaining a balance between performance and noise levels. The laptop runs at around 44-45 dBA on the Turbo profile, which is not as loud as on a larger gaming laptop but still noticeable in most environments. The fans keep idle on the Silent mode with casual use, as long as the dGPU is inactive and the CPU stays under 50 degrees Celsius.[3][4]
Benchmarks:
- Idle: 29.07 dB(A)
- Load: 44.54 dB(A)[4]
Energy Management
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Power Consumption
The ROG Flow X13 (2023) ships with a 130W USB-C power adapter. The system automatically switches the screen to 60 Hz on battery mode to conserve power. The laptop consumes a reasonable amount of power for its performance level, with efficient power management features.[1][3][4]
Benchmarks:
- Idle: 16.63 / 20.68 / 29.88 Watt
- Load: 75.5 / 113.3 Watt[4]
Battery Life
The ROG Flow X13 (2023) comes with a 75 WHr Li-ion battery. The battery life is middling, lasting around 6 hours of light use, which may require users to plug in during a typical workday. Reviews verify that the battery life is good for an ultraportable gaming laptop but not quite enough for a full day of work.[1][2][3][4]
Benchmarks:
- WiFi Websurfing: 11h 52min[4]
- Big Buck Bunny H.264 1080p: 11h 25min[4]
- Witcher 3 ultra: 1h 30min[4]
- Web Browsing: 6.2 hrs[2]
- Video Playback: 2.8 hrs[2]
- Gaming: 1.1 hrs[2]
- Text editing in Google Drive: ~8h[3]
- 1080p fullscreen video on Youtube: ~9h[3]
- Browsing in Edge: ~7h[3]
- Gaming on Performance mode: ~1h 15min[3]
Biometrics
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The ROG Flow X13 (2023) supports Windows Hello facial recognition through its integrated IR camera, allowing for quick logins and secure access, enhancing user convenience.[1][2][3][4]
Software
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The ROG Flow X13 (2023) ships with Windows 11 Home. It includes preinstalled software such as Armoury Crate for system monitoring and customization, McAfee LiveSafe for antivirus protection, and casual games like Solitaire and FreeCell. The device may have limited support for Linux distributions, depending on user requirements and compatibility.[1][2][3][4]
Accessories & Warranty
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The ROG Flow X13 (2023) comes with a 130W USB-C power adapter and paperwork. There is a one-year limited manufacturer warranty if purchased in the US.[1][4]
Reviews Summary
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Overall Sentiment
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 (2023) is considered one of the best ultraportable gaming laptops available, praised for its high CPU and GPU performance, thin and light design, sharp display, and comfortable keyboard. It is suitable for various uses, including gaming, multimedia, and workstation tasks. However, it has a middling battery life and non-user-replaceable RAM, which may limit its appeal for some users.[2][3][4]
Problems Summary[2][3][4]
- Non-user-replaceable RAM.
- Limited storage expansion options.
- Middling battery life.
- Tinny speakers with no bass.
- High temperatures under load.
- Tight key spacing on the keyboard.
- Smudging on the keyboard keys.
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