ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (2024) vs Dell XPS 13 Plus (2024)
The Verdict
ASUS ROG Flow Z13 dominates as a gaming-focused ultraportable with its 165Hz IPS touchscreen, superior I/O including Thunderbolt and SD card, and the higher-performance Core i9-14900H processor. Dell XPS 13 Plus prioritizes productivity and battery longevity, offering 12 hours versus 5 hours, a sleeker design at 1.24kg, and dual Thunderbolt ports,though its 60Hz 1920x1200 display and Core Ultra 7 155H feel dated by comparison. Port selection heavily favors ASUS, which includes USB-A, HDMI alternatives via USB-C, and expandable storage via SD. XPS 13 Plus's minimalist design and $500 lower price appeal to ultrabook purists, but ASUS's 1TB storage, gaming-grade refresh rate, and touchscreen versatility justify the premium for creators and gamers. ROG Flow Z13 emerges superior for performance and feature density.
Who Should Buy
Buy the ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (2024) if…
- →RTX 4060 in a detachable tablet form factor — truly unique
- →165Hz touchscreen enables both gaming and creative pen input
- →Incredibly light at 2.43 lbs for a gaming-capable device
Buy the Dell XPS 13 Plus (2024) if…
- →Remarkably thin and light at 1.24 kg
- →Striking futuristic design with zero-lattice keyboard
- →Strong Intel Core Ultra performance
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (2024)
Pros
- RTX 4060 in a detachable tablet form factor — truly unique
- 165Hz touchscreen enables both gaming and creative pen input
- Incredibly light at 2.43 lbs for a gaming-capable device
- XG Mobile eGPU support for desktop-class performance at home
- MUX switch for direct GPU rendering in games
Cons
- 5-hour battery life is very short
- Keyboard is detachable but feels cramped
- Fan noise is loud under gaming loads in such a thin chassis
- Expensive at $1,799 for a 13-inch gaming device
Dell XPS 13 Plus (2024)
Pros
- Remarkably thin and light at 1.24 kg
- Striking futuristic design with zero-lattice keyboard
- Strong Intel Core Ultra performance
- Excellent build quality with premium aluminum finish
- Optional 4K OLED upgrade available
Cons
- Only two Thunderbolt ports — no USB-A, HDMI, or SD card
- Capacitive function row lacks tactile feedback
- Soldered RAM and SSD cannot be upgraded
- Battery life is merely average for an ultrabook
- Haptic touchpad has invisible borders
Full Specifications
| Spec | ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (2024) | Dell XPS 13 Plus (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 2.43 lbs (1.1 kg) | 1.24 kg |
| Material | CNC aluminum | CNC aluminum |
| Dimensions | 11.57 x 8.0 x 0.55 inches | 295.3 x 199.0 x 15.3 mm |
| Ports | ||
| HDMI | 0 | |
| USB-A ports | 1 | — |
| USB-C ports | 1 | 0 |
| SD card | ||
| Thunderbolt ports | 1 | 2 |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 5 hours | Up to 12 hours mixed use |
| Capacity | 56 Wh | 55 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 13.4 inches | 13.4 inches |
| Type | IPS touchscreen | InfinityEdge IPS non-touch |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 1920 x 1200 |
| Refresh rate | 165Hz | 60Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 500 | 500 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 1 TB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe | 512 GB NVMe |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Touch Bar | — | |
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5X | 16 GB LPDDR5x |
| Cores | 14 cores (6P + 8E) | 16-core (6P+8E+2LPE) |
| Chipset | Intel Core i9-14900H | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H |
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This comparison is based on verified manufacturer specifications covering display, performance, camera, battery, and build quality. Scores are generated by analyzing specs across weighted categories on a 10-point scale. Learn more about our methodology.
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