If you like the idea of Microsoft’s Surface Pro 8 but are put off by the integrated graphics on offer, the Asus ROG Flow Z13 may appeal to you.<br />The impressive internals – including a top-end 12th-gen Core i9 processor and Nvidia’s RTX 3050 Ti – offer a decent gaming experience in a form factor closer to a standard tablet than a traditional gaming laptop, offering a more lightweight, portable design that’s easy to throw into a rucksack.<br />The 13.4in Mini-LED display is much brighter than rivals, the design is intuitive and the form factor means it's versatile in use too.<br />However, whether the RTX 3050 Ti performance will be good enough in a few years’ time is yet to be seen, and unlike some gaming laptops, the components can’t be upgraded.<br />You do have the option to pick up the XG Mobile dock which brings not only RTX 380 power but more USB ports, display connectors and Ethernet connectivity for a more desktop-esque experience, but it’s a sizeable added cost on what is already a premium gaming device.<br />In all likelihood, the ROG Flow Z13 will be a niche product much like last year’s X13, but it’s refreshing for Asus to try something different to a traditional laptop with advantages not only to size and weight but elements like ventilation, which the Flow Z13 nails.<br /><br />15% Off ASUS ROG Flow : https://tinyurl.com/59frt4wu
