ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (2024) vs Samsung Galaxy Book4 Ultra
The Verdict
ASUS ROG Flow Z13 is a compact gaming ultrabook built for portability and high refresh rate gaming, while Samsung Galaxy Book4 Ultra prioritizes productivity with a larger 16-inch display and exceptional battery life. The ASUS weighs 2.43 lbs versus Samsung's 4.1 lbs, making portability a clear ASUS advantage. However, Samsung's 13-hour battery life crushes the ASUS's 5 hours, crucial for professionals working away from outlets. Display choices reflect their purposes: ASUS delivers 165Hz at 2560x1600 for gaming responsiveness, while Samsung's 120Hz Dynamic AMOLED 2X at 2880x1800 excels for content creation and streaming. Connectivity favors Samsung with dual Thunderbolt 4 ports and HDMI, versus ASUS's single Thunderbolt option. Both pack Intel's latest mobile processors (i9-14900H versus Core Ultra 9 185H) with 16GB RAM and 1TB storage. At $1,799 versus $2,400, the ASUS delivers better gaming performance per dollar and unmatched portability. Choose ASUS if you value lightweight gaming capability and want to save $600. Pick Samsung if you need all-day battery, a larger workspace, and professional connectivity for content work.
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 Samsung Galaxy Book4 Ultra if…
- →Stunning 3K AMOLED 120Hz display with deep colors
- →Includes NVIDIA RTX 4050 or 4070 discrete GPU
- →Surprisingly thin and light for a 16-inch with dGPU
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
Samsung Galaxy Book4 Ultra
Pros
- Stunning 3K AMOLED 120Hz display with deep colors
- Includes NVIDIA RTX 4050 or 4070 discrete GPU
- Surprisingly thin and light for a 16-inch with dGPU
- Tight integration with Samsung Galaxy ecosystem
Cons
- Premium pricing rivals workstation laptops
- Soldered RAM, only storage is upgradable
- Speakers underwhelming versus MacBook competitors
- Touchpad palm rejection occasionally inconsistent
Full Specifications
| Spec | ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (2024) | Samsung Galaxy Book4 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 2.43 lbs (1.1 kg) | 1.86 kg |
| Material | CNC aluminum | Aluminum |
| Dimensions | 11.57 x 8.0 x 0.55 inches | 355.4 x 250.4 x 16.5 mm |
| Ports | ||
| HDMI | 1 | |
| USB-A ports | 1 | 1 |
| USB-C ports | 1 | 2 |
| SD card | ||
| Thunderbolt ports | 1 | 2 |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 5 hours | Up to 13 hours |
| Capacity | 56 Wh | 76 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 13.4 inches | 16 inches |
| Type | IPS touchscreen | Dynamic AMOLED 2X touchscreen |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 2880 x 1800 |
| Refresh rate | 165Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 500 | 400 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 1 TB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe | 1 TB |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5X | 16 GB LPDDR5X |
| Cores | 14 cores (6P + 8E) | 16 cores |
| Chipset | Intel Core i9-14900H | Intel Core Ultra 9 185H |
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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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