ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 (UM535QE-XH91T) vs Microsoft Surface Pro 2-in-1 /Tablet 13″ (ZIA-00041)
Comparison summary
- For performance ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 has a lot better processor.
- ZenBook Pro 15 has Windows 11 Pro, which is both better and safer than Windows 11 that is in Microsoft Surface Pro 2-in-1 /Tablet 13″.
- ZenBook Pro 15 offers a larger screen. For portability Pro 2-in-1 /Tablet is lighter.
- ZenBook Pro 15 offers more SSD storage.
ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 (UM535QE-XH91T)
Microsoft Surface Pro 2-in-1 /Tablet 13″ (ZIA-00041)
Compare specifications
| ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 (UM535QE-XH91T) | Microsoft Surface Pro 2-in-1 /Tablet 13″ (ZIA-00041) |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a laptop and is responsible for executing programs. Read more | |
| AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX | Snapdragon X Plus - X1P42100 - Qualcomm Oryon |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed and multiprocessing capabilities of a laptop. Read more | |
| 16gb | 16gb |
| Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs. Read more | |
| GeForce RTX 3050 Ti | - |
| Screen size | |
| 15.6″ | 13″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels) | - |
| Weight | |
| 7.3 lbs (3.31 kg) | 1.97 lbs (0.89 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 13.94 x 9.37 x 0.7 inches | |
| (35.41 x 23.8 x 1.78 cm) | |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 |
| Hard drives | |
| 1000gb SSD | 500gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| May 21, 2022 | July 6, 2025 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $1,928.99 | $1,799.99 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $1,928.99 | $1,490.00 |
| Buy on Amazon.com | Buy on Amazon.com |
Compare ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 / Microsoft Surface Pro 2-in-1 /Tablet 13″ vs other 2-in-1 laptops:
ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 (UM535QE-XH91T) summary
ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 is a gaming laptop with Windows 11 Pro released in 2022. It doesn't come with the top AMD processor and also less memory than it's rivals for its price. The laptop has the GeForce RTX 3050 Ti GPU that is poor for playing games. You can run older games on recommended settings, but using lower graphics settings you can play 30% of the games published this year. Full HD resolution is satisfactory for the 15″ screen. Your 1000gb SSD storage is fine. It is quite on the heavier side at 7.3 lbs (3.31 kg).
ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 OLED Laptop 15.6” FHD Touch Display, AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX CPU, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti gpu, 16GB RAM, 1TB PCIe SSD, Windows 11 Pro, Pine Grey, UM535QE-XH91T
Aspect Ratio:16:9.Voltage:20.0 volts
Complimentary 3-month Adobe Creative Cloud subscription with the purchase. Learn more on ASUS website for more details
15.6 inch 400 nits FHD OLED NanoEdge bezel touch display
Latest AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX Processor (16M Cache, 8 cores) and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti 4GB GDDR6 graphics
Fast storage and memory featuring 1TB PCIe NVMe SSD with 16GB DDR4 RAM
Built-in IR camera for facial recognition sign in with Windows Hello
ErgoLift hinge and backlit keyboard
Extensive connectivity with HDMI 2.0b, USB 3.2 Type-A, USB 3.2 Type-C, Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Bluetooth 5.0, and 2-in-1 card reader SD/MMC (*USB Transfer speed may vary. Learn more at ASUS website)
Sleek and lightweight 4.41 lbs for comfortable portability.Carrying sleeve is included
ASIN: B09LYJZ8YC
Microsoft Surface Pro 2-in-1 /Tablet 13″ (ZIA-00041) summary
Microsoft Surface Pro 2-in-1 /Tablet is a fairly priced compact Windows 2-in-1 laptop released in 2025. It is very portable at only 1.97 lbs (0.89 kg) for a 13″ laptop. The laptop doesn't have the best Snapdragon processor and also less RAM than competitors for its price. The 500gb SSD storage is below average.
Microsoft Surface Pro 2-in-1 Laptop/Tablet (2024), 13" OLED Touchscreen Display, 16GB RAM, 512GB Storage | Windows 11 Copilot+ PC, Snapdragon X Elite (12 Core), Dune
[This is a Copilot+ PC] — A new AI era begins. Experience enhanced performance and AI capabilities with Copilot+ PC, boosting productivity with security and privacy in mind.
[Introducing Surface Pro 13” Touchscreen OLED Display] — The most flexible, powerful 2-in-1 laptop and tablet with AI-accelerated Copilot+ experiences. Surface Pro 11th Edition reimagines the laptop.
[Flexibility at Any Angle] — Use with the detachable Surface Pro Flex Keyboard (sold separately). Shift from tablet to laptop to sketchbook with its unique kickstand.
[Outstanding Performance] — Snapdragon X Elite (12 core) with powerful NPU, faster than MacBook Air M3[1].
[All day battery life] — 14 hours of battery life[5], fast charging with 65W PSU via Surface Connect or USB-C.
ASIN: B0CXL798FP