- By JE Tech Desk
- Tue, 04 Jul 2023 09:03 AM (IST)
- Source:JND
Gaming and performance have become important factors for practically everyone seeking to buy a new laptop. However, when it comes to gaming laptops, practically all of them come in high weights, posing a challenge to the concept of portability.
We recently got our hands on the ASUS ROG Flow X13, a compact gaming laptop from the Taiwanese company, and it includes something that can undoubtedly change a gamer's opinion on the definition of a gaming laptop. We have tested the laptop with almost all the conditions, and if you are considering it as your next personal gaming device, read the whole review below.
Flow X13 Design
The striking wave pattern on the Flow X13's chassis represents the ideas of flow and versatility, two key characteristics of the laptop. The Flow X13 2023 iteration features a new wave-like design that produces a gradient effect that seems like a continuously flowing wave.
It is ideal for gaming on the go thanks to its portable design and slim profile. The highlight of the laptop, in our opinion, is its adaptable 360-degree hinge, which enables users to quickly move between regular laptop mode and tablet mode for additional versatility.
If you want a tablet and a laptop in one device, it can be an excellent choice with its different modes: Laptop mode, Tablet mode, Tent mode, and Stand mode.
Flow X13 Display
The laptop's 13-inch display boasts a beautiful and vivid QHD+ display, a 165 Hz refresh rate with up to 500 nits brightness, and Dolby Vision support, which was a delight for our eyes, especially while gaming. Because of its excellent colour accuracy, wide viewing angles, and 16:10 aspect ratio, the panel provides an immersive experience with Pantone Validation and plenty of screen area.
Flow X13 Performance and Gaming
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 2023 iteration is available with AMD Ryzen 7000 series processors, and the one we received features AMD Ryzen R9 7940 HS, which has 8 cores, 16 threads, and a base clock speed of 4 GHz that can be tuned to 5.2 GHz and are partnered with AMD Radeon 780M integrated graphics.
The laptop, in our opinion, handled multitasking, gaming, and demanding work admirably. We tested NFS, GTA V, Tom Clancy's Division, and Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3 and were able to get a respectable frame rate with the ultra settings turned on.
Overall, the 2023 Flow X13's AMD Ryzen R9 7940 HS significantly outperforms the 2022 model's AMD R9 6900HS in CPU-intensive workloads.
Flow X13 Cooling and Thermals
ASUS claims that its ROG Flow X14 is capable of controlling thermals with its ROG Intelligent Cooling Ecosystem, which is a combination of hardware and features, but it will undoubtedly be one of your main issues with the laptop. You will surely feel the heat moving towards you after repeated use.
Flow X13 Battery
In terms of battery life, the ROG Flow X13 has adequate endurance. Users may expect many hours of continuous use from its 75Whr battery, making it ideal for on-the-go gaming sessions. Fast charging is also supported by the laptop, enabling speedy top-ups as needed.
Our Verdict
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 laptop defies expectations by packing a lot of power and performance into a small, portable package. Because of its sleek looks, strong technology, immersive gaming capabilities, brilliant display, excellent audio, smart design components, and solid battery backup, the ROG Flow X13 stands out as a versatile gaming companion for both enthusiasts and on-the-go gamers, though thermals can be an issue.