ASUS ROG Flow Z13 GZ302 review – the Radeon 8060S challenges the RTX 4060
Finally, after all these years, an integrated video card could challenge a mid-range dGPU. Yes, at least for us, that’s the most impressive thing regarding the ASUS ROG Flow Z13 GZ302 and its power. The AMD Radeon 8060S Graphics is dangerously close to the performance of the dedicated GeForce RTX 4060. How is that even possible? Well, the Ryzen AI Max+ 395 processor (Strix Halo) has 16 Zen 5 performance cores and it completely lacks efficient cores (Zen 5c). When you add the hefty 64MB L3 cache and the fast quad-channel LPDDR5x-8000MHz unified memory to the mix, you can get a clear picture of why the overall performance of this tablet-like laptop is so high.
With that out of the way, the screen is also great! It’s called ROG Nebula Display. Aside from its fancy name, it’s a 13.4″ gem with a 2560x1600p resolution, 180Hz refresh rate, and Adaptive-Sync support. We tweaked the color accuracy and it reached a pretty amazing average dE score of just 1.1!
All machines come with a detachable keyboard that has a backlight and a touchpad. We are actually positively surprised that you get three USB ports since that’s not a standard clamshell notebook.
You can check the prices and configurations in our Specs System: https://laptopmedia.com/series/asus-rog-flow-z13-gz302/
Contents
Specs, Drivers, What’s in the box
- HDD/SSD
- up to 1000GB SSD
- RAM
- up to 128GB
- OS
- Windows 11 Home, Windows 11 Pro
- Battery
- 70Wh
- Dimensions
- 300 x 204 x 12.9 ~ 14.9 mm (11.81" x 8.03" x 0.51")
- Weight
- 1.20 kg (2.6 lbs)
- Ports and connectivity
- 1x USB Type-A
- 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps)
- 2x USB Type-C
- 4.0, Power Delivery (PD), DisplayPort
- HDMI
- 2.1
- Card reader
- microSD (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC)
- Ethernet LAN
- Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi 7
- Bluetooth
- 5.4
- Audio jack
- 3.5mm Combo Jack
- Features
- Fingerprint reader
- Web camera
- 13MP Camera + 5MP IR Camera
- Backlit keyboard
- Microphone
- 3x Microphone Array
- Speakers
- 2x 2W dual-force with Smart Amp Technology, Dolby Atmos
- Security Lock slot
All ASUS ROG Flow Z13 GZ302 configurations
Drivers
All drivers and utilities for this notebook can be found here: https://rog.asus.com/laptops/rog-flow/rog-flow-z13-2025/helpdesk_download/
What’s in the box?
We found a heavy 200W adapter in the box as well as the optional 100W Type-C charger which is significantly lighter than the former. This makes it a logical choice when you are on the go.
The box of our unit also contains some optional accessories such as an ASUS Pen SA203H-MPP2.0 with a Type-C cable for charging alongside a protective sleeve for the GZ302. Depending on your region, you can also find inside the package ROG Impact Gaming Mouse or a ROG Fusion II 300 headset.
Design and construction
The ROG Flow Z13 GZ302 looks like a gaming tablet from the future because of the eye-catching design of the backside with a small window that reveals part of the motherboard. The build quality is simply amazing. The main body is made of metal and the screen is protected by a Corning Gorilla Glass 5 layer. The detachable keyboard also serves as a protective cover for the display.
The optional ASUS stylus is a great tool when you want to unleash your creativity. The powerful hardware also helps in this situation.
The kickstand is very solid. Be aware that its sharp edges may scratch your desk if you’re not careful when positioning the device. The machine itself weighs 1.20 kg and the keyboard adds another 390 grams. The profile thickness is 12.9 – 14.9 mm.
You can have a sneak peek at the motherboard through the small window on the back which is also illuminated.
The size of the bezels that surround the high-end IPS screen is okay. The 5MP IR Web camera for Windows Hello is normally positioned above the display.
The keyboard is pretty good for an external unit. The keycaps are well-sized and with above-average travel. They are also grippy thanks to the anti-fingerprint coating. The touchpad is wide and smooth but the clicking mechanism is loud on press and the feedback in this situation is kind of mushy. Still, not bad for an external model. By the way, the keyboard flexes a bit in the center if you push hard the keys while typing.
You can control the keyboard’s backlight and the rear window lighting via the Armoury Crate app.
The bottom of the device houses ventilation grills where the two fans draw air from. The rear camera has a resolution of 13MP. The heat is pushed through a pair of vents on the top.
Ports
On the left, we can spot a pair of 40 Gbps USB4 ports with DisplayPort 2.1 and PowerDelivery 3.0 capabilities, an HDMI 2.1 FRL, a rectangle power plug, and a MicroSD card reader. On the right, you get an Audio combo jack, a 10 Gbps USB Type-A 3.2 (Gen. 2) port, a Command Center key, a Volume Control button, and a Power key.
Display, Get our Profiles
ASUS ROG Flow Z13 GZ302 | TL134ADXP03 (TMA0803) |
Diagonal | 13.4 inches (34.0 cm) |
Panel Type | IPS Touch |
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 pixels |
Max Refresh Rate | 180 Hz |
Aspect Ratio | 16:10 |
Pixel Density | 225 PPI |
‘Retina’ Distance | Greater than or equal to 39 cm |
Viewing Angles
Viewing angles are good. We take photos from different angles to evaluate the quality.
Also, a video with locked focus and exposure.
Color Coverage
The whole “sail-shaped” map below (Fig. 1) consists of all the colors we can see, while the black crooked line shows all the colors from real-world scenes and nature around us.
Then, we’ve drawn some of the most important and interesting color spaces, compared to the colors the panel of ASUS ROG Flow Z13 GZ302 can show:
Standard/For Web: sRGB – widely used color space for most consumer devices, ideal for Web design and development
For Print: AdobeRGB – used in professional photo editing, graphic design, and print
For Photographers/Video Editors: DCI-P3 – used in high-end film production, post-production, and digital cinema
Premium HDR: Rec.2020 – the widest consumer ITU color standard, covering a massive 75.8% of the visible spectrum, a benchmark for premium HDR content
ASUS ROG Flow Z13 GZ302: the yellow dashed triangle (– – – – – –) represents the range of colors this monitor can display.
In our tests, we calculated the total color coverage of the monitor at 99% of the sRGB color gamut and 95% of the DCI-P3 color gamut.
(Fig.1) ASUS ROG Flow Z13 GZ302 covers 95% of the DCI-P3 gamut
Brightness and Contrast
The maximum brightness in SDR mode is 528 cd/m² in the center of the screen and 487 cd/m² averaged across the surface with a maximum deviation of 14%.
The Correlated Color Temperature (CCT) on a white screen at maximum brightness is 6840K.
The contrast ratio is 1290:1.
Uniformity: Luminance, Contrast, and Color Deviation
The figure below shows the results from our uniformity test across different sections of the screen. It’s measured at 181 nits (Windows slider = 43%) — a brightness level we consider typical for standard working conditions.
DeltaE values below 4.0 are acceptable for regular users. For those working with colors, screens with DeltaE values no higher than 2.0 are recommended.
Color Accuracy
Let’s check the difference between real colors and those you’ll see on the ASUS ROG Flow Z13 GZ302. We measure that distance in DeltaE – the higher the number, the more different they look.
Values below 4.0 are acceptable for regular users, while values below 2.0 are suitable for color-sensitive work. A value below 1.0 means the difference is indistinguishable to the naked eye.
For the next graph, we’ve selected 24 common colors, including dark/light skin, blue sky, green grass, etc.
Before our calibration of the ASUS ROG Flow Z13 GZ302, the Average color accuracy was 2.9 dE (Fig. 2), and with our Design and Office profile, it lowered to 1.1 dE (Fig. 3).
Comparison in the Display P3 color space.
Here’s an illustration of what the Design and Office profile aims to deliver:
Left: No Profile | Drag the slider to see the difference | Right: Design & Gaming Profile


Visibility in dark scenes
Have you ever watched a movie with dark scenes where you could barely see anything? This often happens because many display panels struggle to differentiate the darkest nuances, making them appear the same.
The next figure illustrates how well the display reproduces these dark nuances. The left side of the image shows the display with stock settings, and the right side shows it with our Gaming and movies profile activated.
On the horizontal axis are the grayscale levels, and on the vertical axis – the corresponding display brightness.
You can also check how your display handles the darkest nuances but keep in mind that this also depends on the settings of your current display and the surrounding light conditions.
Response time (Gaming capabilities)
We test the reaction time of the pixels with the usual “black-to-white” and “white-to-black” method from 10% to 90% and vice versa.
We recorded Fall Time + Rise Time = 6.0 ms. Short pixel response time is a prerequisite for a smooth picture in dynamic scenes.
After that, we test the reaction time of the pixels with the usual “Gray-to-Gray” method from 50% White to 80% White and vice versa between 10% and 90% of the amplitude.
Health Impact: PWM (Screen flickering)
Some use PWM to regulate their brightness, which means that instead of reducing the light intensity, they pulse or flicker. Our brain merges the image, so it appears darker, but this strains both it and our vision, especially when the frequency of the pulses is low. You can read more about that in our dedicated article on PWM.
In the graph below, you see the intensity of light at different brightness levels—on the vertical axis is the brightness of the emitted light, and on the horizontal axis—time.
The light from the backlight of the ASUS ROG Flow Z13 GZ302 display is not pulse-width modulated, providing visual comfort in the discussed aspect.
Health Impact: Blue light emissions
Installing our Health-Guard profile not only eliminates harmful PWM when the laptop uses it to control brightness but also reduces harmful Blue Light emissions while keeping the colors of the screen perceptually accurate.
If you’re not familiar with the Blue light, the TL;DR version is – emissions that negatively affect your eyes, skin, and your whole body. You can find more information about that in our dedicated article on Blue Light.
Health Impact: Screen Reflectance
Glossy-coated displays can cause eye fatigue in high ambient light conditions due to reflections. We measure the level of screen reflection with the display turned off, at a 60° angle.
The reflectance of the ASUS ROG Flow Z13 GZ302’s screen is 60.8 GU.
High Gloss: >70 GU
Medium Gloss: 30 – 70 GU
Low Gloss: <30 GU
Get our profiles
Since our profiles are tailored for each individual display model, this article and its respective profile package are meant for ASUS ROG Flow Z13 GZ302 configurations with TL134ADXP03 (TMA0803), 2560 x 1600, IPS panel.
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Read more about the profiles HERE.
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Design and Office
The Design and Office profile makes display colors as close to real as possible.Ideal not only for professionals but also for everyday users, it meets sRGB standards (D65 white point, sRGB gamma) with minimal DeltaE for precise color reproduction on your panel.

Gaming and Movies
Have you ever watched a movie where, during dark scenes, you can barely see anything? Many displays fail to distinguish dark tones properly. Our Gaming and Movies profile enhances low-light performance, like HDR tech, using a gamma curve tailored to human perception — ideal for gamers seeking faster reactions and clearer visuals.

Health-Guard
Our Health-Guard profile protects your eyes by eliminating PWM flickering, reducing strain and fatigue, and minimizing harmful Blue light exposure that can disrupt sleep and health. It uses software dimming and a gamma curve tailored to human perception for comfort and safety during screen use.
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Sound
The sound of the ASUS ROG Flow Z13 GZ302 is of relatively good quality.
Performance: CPU, GPU, Storage
All benchmarks and tests were conducted with the “Best Performance” preset activated in the Windows “Power & Battery” menu. Also, the “Turbo” preset is applied in the “Armoury Crate” app. The “Core Isolation” and the “Virtual Machine Platform” are turned off to unleash the full CPU power.
The “Memory Assigned to iGPU” option is set to 8GB.
CPU options
The manufacturer offers this device with Ryzen AI Max+ 390 or Ryzen AI Max+ 395.
Our laptop has a Ryzen AI Max+ 395.
Single-core performance ensures smooth operation and responsiveness in operating systems, providing a better user experience.
Results are from the Geekbench 6 Single-Core test (higher is better)
Multi-core performance is essential for handling complex and demanding tasks, such as Video editing, CAD, and Scientific simulations.
Results are from the Geekbench 6 Multi-Core test (higher is better)
Here, we evaluate the CPU's performance using a real-world 3D rendering task, assessing its ability to handle complex computations and rendering workloads efficiently.
Results are from the Cinebench 2024 Multi-Core test (higher is better)
GPU options
The AMD Radeon 8060S Graphics is the only iGPU option for this ASUS series.
The results are from 3DMark Time Spy (Graphics). Higher is better.
The results are from 3DMark Wild Life Extreme Unlimited. Higher is better.
Gaming tests
Counter-Strike 2 | HD 1080p, Low (Check settings) | HD 1080p, Medium (Check settings) | HD 1080p, Very High (Check settings) |
Average FPS | 384 FPS | 289 FPS | 130 FPS |
Metro Exodus | Full HD, Low (Check settings) | Full HD, High (Check settings) | Full HD, Extreme (Check settings) |
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Average FPS | 164 fps | 59 fps | 42 fps |
Borderlands 3 | Full HD, V.Low (Check settings) | Full HD, Medium (Check settings) | Full HD, High (Check settings) | Full HD, Badass (Check settings) |
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Average FPS | 156 fps | 114 fps | 80 fps | 67 fps |
Far Cry 6 | Full HD, Low (Check settings) | Full HD, High (Check settings) | Full HD, Ultra (Check settings) |
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Average FPS | 136 fps | 107 fps | 92 fps |
Gears 5 | Full HD, Low (Check settings) | Full HD, Medium (Check settings) | Full HD, High (Check settings) | Full HD, Ultra (Check settings) |
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Average FPS | 220 fps | 159 fps | 135 fps | 113 fps |
Assassin’s Creed Valhalla | Full HD, Low (Check settings) | Full HD, Medium (Check settings) | Full HD, High (Check settings) | Full HD, Ultra (Check settings) |
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Average FPS | 166 fps | 136 fps | 110 fps | 95 fps |
The AMD Radeon 8060S Graphics’ performance rivals that of many dedicated GPUs. Notably, its performance nears the levels of an 85W RTX 4060.
AI Performance/Compatibility
With its integrated Radeon 8060S Graphics, ASUS ROG Flow Z13 can efficiently handle local AI workloads, making it a compelling choice for users interested in running machine learning models without relying on cloud services. The Ryzen AI engine supports tasks like image generation, AI-driven video editing, and even running reasoning models like DeepSeek R1. AMD’s blog post highlights how these distilled models can be deployed on Ryzen AI processors and Radeon GPUs via LM Studio, making it easy for users to experiment with advanced AI applications.
Another notable advantage of the Z13 is its unified memory system. Unlike traditional setups where system RAM and VRAM are separate, the Z13’s high-speed LPDDR5X 8000MHz quad-channel memory dynamically allocates resources based on workload. This means that whether you need more video memory for high-resolution textures in gaming or additional system RAM for large AI workloads, the system adjusts in real time. ASUS offers configurations with up to 128GB of this ultra-fast memory, providing incredible flexibility for both gaming and professional AI applications.
Check out our AI Performance Rankings.
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💻 Hardware upgrade tips for best results
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Storage performance
Our gadget has a 1TB KIOXIA BG60ZNS1T02. For a 2230 unit, its speeds are pretty good and the thermals during benchmarking are impressively low!
Temperatures and comfort, Battery Life
Max CPU load
In this test we use 100% on the CPU cores, monitoring their frequencies and chip temperature. The first column shows a computer’s reaction to a short load (2-10 seconds), the second column simulates a serious task (between 15 and 30 seconds), and the third column is a good indicator of how good the laptop is for long loads such as video rendering.
Average frequency; CPU temp.; Package Power
AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 (55W TDP) | 0:02 – 0:10 sec | 0:15 – 0:30 sec | 10:00 – 15:00 min |
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ASUS ROG Flow Z13 GZ302 | 2.55 GHz @ 55°C @ 80W | 2.49 GHz @ 61°C @ 70W | 2.48 GHz @ 78°C @ 66W |
The official AMD base clock for the Ryzen AI Max+ 395 is 3.00 GHz. The ROG Flow Z13 GZ302 maintains around 2.50 GHz even in long loads. The chip temperatures are under control, especially considering the tablet-like form factor. There is a way to bump the clocks and we’ll explain how further down.
Comfort during full load
When the internals are stressed at max in “Turbo” mode, the back of the laptop feels warm, but not unpleasantly hot. In idle, the fan speed is around 2400 / 2800 RPM which is slightly audible but nothing intrusive.
You can check the difference in terms of clock speeds between each power mode. Keep in mind that frequencies spike more or less. In “Turbo” mode, the fans produce an average amount of noise or perhaps slightly above that.
The only way to reach the 3.00 GHz base clocks of the CPU is to ramp up its power limits and the fan speed to the max with the aid of the “Manual” mode. In this case, the noise is too high for normal usage since the fans are rotating with ~ 8700 RPM.
Battery
Now, we conduct the battery tests with the Windows’ Power Efficiency setting turned on, screen brightness adjusted to 180 nits and all other programs turned off except for the one we are testing the notebook with. The 70Wh battery pack lasts for around 12 hours and a half of video playback. The result is great. To achieve that, you have to apply the “Energy Saver” preset in the Windows “Power & Battery” menu and select the “Silent” mode in the “ASUS Armoury Crate” app.
Brightness: 180 nits; Display Mode: SDR
Time to Full Discharge: Higher is Better





Upgrade
The ROG Flow Z13 is pretty hard to open but at least accessing the 2230 Gen 4 SSD isn’t complicated. There is a small cap on top of the NVMe which is held in place by a single Torx head screw.
Verdict
We are blown away by the extremely high performance of the ROG Flow Z13 GZ302. The Ryzen AI Max+ 395 and its Radeon 8060S Graphics are an outstanding combination for heavy workloads, gaming, and content creation. The CPU scores more than 30K points in the multicore test of Cinebcnhr R23 which is on par with the result of the Core i9-13950HX which could be found mainly in huge gaming laptops. The iGPU could give the RTX 4060 a run for its money.
It’s hard to find any downsides to the 13.4″ 1600p IPS panel (TL134ADXP03 (TMA0803)). The 180Hz screen covers the sRGB gamut at 99% and the color accuracy is suitable for professional usage when our “Design and Office” profile is applied. The PWM-free unit also impresses with its high max brightness of 528 nits and snappy pixel response times of just 6.0 ms. Well, alright, the contrast ratio of 1290:1 could be better.
The ROG Flow Z13 GZ302 delivers a big-screen laptop performance in a tablet form factor. It also sports a pretty competent external keyboard, replaceable SSD, Wi-Fi 7, long battery life, and premium build quality.
You can check the prices and configurations in our Specs System: https://laptopmedia.com/series/asus-rog-flow-z13-gz302/
Pros
- Great OLED display with 99% sRGB and 95% DCI-P3 coverage (TMA0803)
- 2560 x 1600 resolution (TMA0803)
- 528 nits of max brightness (TMA0803)
- Accurate colors with our “Design and Office” profile (TMA0803)
- Snappy pixel response times (6 ms) (TMA0803)
- Comfortable external keyboard with N-key rollover tech
- 5MP IR Web camera + 13MP unit on the back
- AMD XDNA NPU with up to 50TOPS
- Impressive CPU performance
- The iGPU nears the RTX 4060 in terms of FPS
- Pretty good comfort during max loads given the powerful hardware
- Very long battery life (~12 hours of videos)
- Great aluminum build quality + Corning Gorilla Glass 5 for the screen
- Up to 128GB LPDDR5X-8000MHz unified quad-channel RAM
- 2x 40 Gbps USB4 ports with DisplayPort and power delivery capabilities + 1x Type-A
- MicroSD card reader
- Fast SSD (KIOXIA BG60ZNS1T022) that is also well-cooled
- Wi-Fi 7 + Bluetooth 5.4
- Light and thin (1.20 Kg / 12.9 – 14.9 mm)
- The Ryzen AI Max+ 395 reaches 3.00 GHz in “Manual” mode
- Anti-fingerprint coating for both main body and keyboard
- Dual-fan vapor chamber cooling made of stainless steel and copper
- Liquid metal on the CPU die
- DXC coating for the display to reduce on-screen glare
- A stable kickstand that could be opened up to 170 degrees
Cons
- That price!
- Soldered memory and just one 2230 Gen 4 SSD slot
- The CPU can’t reach its base clock in “Turbo” mode
- You have to bump the fan speed above 8000 RPM in “Manual” mode to reach higher processor frequencies