Lenovo ThinkPad E16 (21MAA01KCD) vs ASUS ROG Flow Z13
Comparison summary
- ASUS ROG Flow Z13 is hands-down better laptop though ThinkPad E16 gives you more bang for your buck.
- For performance ROG Flow Z13 has a lot better performing processor.
- ThinkPad E16 has Windows 11 Pro, which is superior to Windows 11 that is in ROG Flow Z13.
- ROG Flow Z13 has a higher resolution screen (Quad HD).
- ThinkPad E16 features a bigger display. Its also slimmer and smaller in size.
- ThinkPad E16 has a bigger SSD.
Lenovo ThinkPad E16 (21MAA01KCD)
ASUS ROG Flow Z13
Compare specifications
| Lenovo ThinkPad E16 (21MAA01KCD) | ASUS ROG Flow Z13 |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a laptop and is responsible for executing programs. Read more | |
| Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed and multiprocessing capabilities of a laptop. Read more | |
| 64gb | 64gb |
| Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs. Read more | |
| - | Radeon 8060S |
| Screen size | |
| 16″ | 13.4″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| WUXGA (1920 x 1200 pixels) | Quad HD (2560 x 1440 pixels) |
| Weight | |
| 3.99 lbs (1.81 kg) | - |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 14.02 x 9.75 x 0.8 inches | 11.81 x 8.03 x 0.51 inches |
| (35.61 x 24.76 x 2.03 cm) | (30 x 20.4 x 1.3 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 |
| Hard drives | |
| 4000gb SSD | 1000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| May 19, 2026 | July 17, 2026 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $2,439.00 | $2,642.32 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $2,439.00 | $2,642.32 |
| Buy on Amazon.com | Buy on Amazon.com |
Laptop Dimensions
Lenovo ThinkPad E16 (21MAA01KCD)
ASUS ROG Flow Z13
Compare Lenovo ThinkPad E16 / ASUS ROG Flow Z13 vs other touchscreen laptops:
Lenovo ThinkPad E16 (21MAA01KCD) summary
Lenovo ThinkPad E16 is an impressive value touchscreen laptop with Windows 11 Pro released in 2026. It has a very good Intel CPU and lots of RAM for its price. The laptop is very light at only 3.99 lbs (1.81 kg). The 4000gb SSD storage is a superb amount. Only WUXGA resolution is mediocre for the 16″ IPS screen.
Lenovo ThinkPad E16 2025 Laptop, 16-Core Intel Core Ultra 7 155H, 16" WUXGA IPS Touchscreen Display, Intel Graphics, 64GB DDR5 4TB SSD, Backlit Keyboard, FP, Thunderbolt 4, Wi-Fi 6, Win11 Pro
(Memory Disk and System): 64GB 5600 MHz DDR5 SDRAM, 4TB PCI-E NVMe M.2 SSD for Storage, Pre-install Windows 11 Pro
(Processor): Intel Core Ultra 7 155H 16-Core Processor (Up to 4.8 GHz with Intel Turbo Boost Technology, 24 MB Intel Smart cache, 16 Cores: 6 Performance Cores + 10 Efficient Cores, 22 Threads)
(Screen and Graphics): Brilliant 16" WUXGA (1920 x 1200) IPS 300 nits Anti-glare 45% NTSC Thin Bezel LCD Display powered by Intel Graphics
(Connection and Others): Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX201 (2x2) and Bluetooth 5.2, Backlit Keyboard with Numpad and Fingerprint reader; 1080p FHD Camera; 57Whr 4-Cell Lithium-Ion Battery (up to 6 hours battery life); 14.02" x 9.75" x 0.80" inches, 3.99 lbs; Black; 65W AC Adapter; 32GB USB 3.0 Flash Drive for Free
(Ports and Slots): 1 x USB Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 40Gbps Type-C support Power Delivery / DisplayPort through USB Type-C, 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C support Power Delivery / DisplayPort / 10Gbps, 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A support Always On / 10Gbps, 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A support 5Gbps, 1 x RJ-45, 1 x HDMI 2.1, 1 x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack
ASIN: B0H295R9ZS
ASUS ROG Flow Z13 summary
ASUS ROG Flow Z13 is a decent value compact Windows gaming laptop released in 2026. It has the Radeon 8060S GPU which is ok well-suited for playing games. You can run 80% of the games published this year on recommended settings. The laptop has a great AMD CPU and a lot of memory for its price. Merely Quad HD resolution is unimpressive for the 13″ monitor. Your 1000gb SSD storage is satisfactory but could be higher.
ASUS ROG Flow Z13 2.5K 180Hz 3ms ROG Nebula Touchscreen 13.4" Convertible 2-in-1 Gaming Notebook, AMD Ryzen AI MAX+ 395, 64GB LPDDR5X RAM 1TB SSD, Off Black, w/USB 3.0 Hub, W/GaLiMu
✔【Screen】 13.4-inch 2.5K QHD+ (2560 x 1600) 16:10 touch screen with a 180Hz refresh rate, 500 nits brightness, and 100% DCI-P3 color gamut;
✔【Memory & Storage】 64GB LPDDR5X-8000 MHz and 1TB Solid State Drive (SSD) storag;
✔【Processor】 AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 (16 Cores / 32 Threads, 3.0 GHz up to 5.1 GHz), with a built-in NPU delivering up to 50 TOPS for local AI workloads;
✔【Graphics】 Integrated AMD Radeon 8060S Graphics;
✔【Connectivity】 2 x USB4 Type-C ports (supporting DisplayPort and Power Delivery up to 40Gbps),1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A port,1 x HDMI 2.1 FRL port,1 x MicroSD card reader (UHS-II),1 x 3.5mm audio combo jack, Wi-Fi7, Bluetooth 5.4;
✔【Operating System】 Windows 11
ASIN: B0H98LC51X