Asus ROG Flow Z13 (2025) vs Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)

Updated Nov 2026 · Scored by the Let’s Compare Data Engine · How we score

Performance is scored from the laptop's CPU and GPU; few laptops have a published whole-system benchmark.
Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) has no published PassMark CPU Mark result, so it scores lower.

Verdict

Asus ROG Flow Z13 (2025) leads overall

Asus ROG Flow Z13 (2025) · 80 overall, #5 of 94

Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) · 70 overall, #29 of 94

Key differences

BrightnessAsus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) 600 nits brighter
Refresh rateAsus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) 240 vs 180 Hz
WeightAsus ROG Flow Z13 (2025) 0.75 kg lighter
Battery capacityAsus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) 90 vs 70 Wh
Display typeAsus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) OLED vs IPS

Scores by Category

Evenly split — each wins 6 of 14 categories

Category	ROG Flow Z13 (2025)ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)	Lead
Display		+24
Performance		+80
Battery		+22
Memory		+25
Design & Weight		+42
Processor		+19
Storage		+6
Integrated Graphics		+75
Ports		+18
Connectivity		Tie
Webcam		+100
Security		+28
Sound		+5
Input		Tie

Physical Comparison

ROG Flow Z13 (2025)ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)

ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) is 0.75 kg (63%) heavier than ROG Flow Z13 (2025).

Value for Money

Launch prices — enter today's prices (same currency for both).

ROG Flow Z13 (2025)

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ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)

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Watch-outs

Compromises to know before you buy

Asus ROG Flow Z13 (2025)

RAM is soldered — you can't upgrade it later, so buy enough now.

Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)

RAM is soldered — you can't upgrade it later, so buy enough now.

Detailed Specifications

Processor

Feature	ROG Flow Z13 (2025)	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)
Processor model

Integrated Graphics

Feature	ROG Flow Z13 (2025)	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)
Integrated graphics model		N/A

Memory

Feature	ROG Flow Z13 (2025)	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)
Memory capacity	128 GB	N/A
Technology
Memory upgradeable	No	No

Storage

Feature	ROG Flow Z13 (2025)	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)
Storage capacity	1 TB	N/A
Socket type
PCIe version	4	4
Storage upgradeable	Yes	Yes

Display

Feature	ROG Flow Z13 (2025)	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)
Size	13.4 in	16 in19% more
Display resolution	2560 × 1600 px	2560 × 1600 px
Aspect ratio	16:10	16:10
Refresh rate	180 Hz	240 Hz33% more
Response time	N/A	0.2 ms
Display type
Brightness	500 nits	1,100 nits120% more
Pen support	Yes	N/A
Touch support	Yes	N/A
Screen-to-body ratio	85%	85%

Feature	ROG Flow Z13 (2025)	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)
Number of speakers	2	6
Power	4 W	N/A
Dolby Atmos	Yes	Yes
Number of microphones	3	N/A

Battery

Feature	ROG Flow Z13 (2025)	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)
Battery capacity	70 Wh	90 Wh29% more
Maximum charge power	200 W	250 W25% more

Feature	ROG Flow Z13 (2025)	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)
Webcam resolution	N/A	1920 × 1080 px

Feature	ROG Flow Z13 (2025)	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)
Backlit keyboard	Yes	Yes
Numpad	No	N/A

Ports

Feature	ROG Flow Z13 (2025)	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)
USB Type A	1	2
USB Type C	2	2
Thunderbolt technology
HDMI port	Yes	Yes
Card reader	Yes	Yes
Headphone jack	Yes	Yes

Design & Weight

Feature	ROG Flow Z13 (2025)	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)
Color	N/A	N/A
Dimensions	30.0 × 20.4 × 1.49 cm	35.4 × 24.6 × 1.79 cm
Weight	1.2 kg38% less	1.95 kg

Feature	ROG Flow Z13 (2025)	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)
Fingerprint scanner	No	N/A
Infrared face recognition support	Yes	Yes

Performance

Feature	ROG Flow Z13 (2025)	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)
PassMark CPU Mark	54,789	N/A
Active cooling	Yes	N/A
Release Date	February 25, 2025	May 22, 2026

Specification Note

Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer data and other reliable internet sources. Some features may vary by region or model configuration.