ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (2024) vs Dell XPS 16 (9640)
The Verdict
ASUS ROG Flow Z13 excels as a portable gaming ultrabook with its blazing 165Hz display, Intel Core i9-14900H processor, and compact 2.43 lbs form factor,ideal for gamers prioritizing performance in a travel-friendly package. Dell XPS 16 pivots toward productivity professionals, offering a substantially larger 16.3-inch screen, exceptional 13-hour battery life, and premium build quality with carbon fiber construction. Performance-wise, the i9-14900H slightly edges the Core Ultra 7 155H for sustained gaming workloads. However, XPS 16's larger display, double the battery capacity (99.5Wh vs 56Wh), and superior portability per inch make it more versatile for mixed workflows. The ROG's touchscreen and high refresh rate justify its gaming focus, while XPS 16's expandable storage partially offsets its smaller 512GB base SSD. For creative professionals and business users seeking all-day battery, XPS 16 delivers better value. Gamers wanting portable high-refresh gaming should choose Flow Z13.
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 16 (9640) if…
- →Premium CNC aluminum chassis with edge-to-edge keyboard
- →Optional 4K OLED touch display available
- →Powerful Core Ultra and RTX 4050-4070 GPU options
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 16 (9640)
Pros
- Premium CNC aluminum chassis with edge-to-edge keyboard
- Optional 4K OLED touch display available
- Powerful Core Ultra and RTX 4050-4070 GPU options
- Large 99.5 Wh battery
- Three Thunderbolt 4 ports
Cons
- No USB-A, HDMI, or SD card slot
- Capacitive touch function row is divisive
- Invisible haptic trackpad takes adjustment
- Heavy and runs hot under load
- Mediocre battery life with discrete GPU
Full Specifications
| Spec | ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (2024) | Dell XPS 16 (9640) |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 2.43 lbs (1.1 kg) | 2.13 kg |
| Material | CNC aluminum | CNC aluminum and carbon fiber |
| Dimensions | 11.57 x 8.0 x 0.55 inches | 358.1 x 240.1 x 18.7 mm |
| Ports | ||
| HDMI | — | |
| USB-A ports | 1 | — |
| USB-C ports | 1 | — |
| SD card | ||
| Thunderbolt ports | 1 | 3 |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 5 hours | Up to 13 hours mixed use |
| Capacity | 56 Wh | 99.5 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 13.4 inches | 16.3 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 | ||
| 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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