ASUS ProArt PZ13 Caps a Trifecta of New ProArt Laptop Releases for Creative Wild Children
ASUS ProArt PZ13: Key Specifications
| CPU: | Snapdragon X Plus (3.4GHz) |
| NPU: | Qualcomm Hexagon, 45TOPS |
| Graphics: | Qualcomm Adreno GPU |
| Memory: | 16GB LPDDR5X RAM |
| Screen size: | 13.3in OLED touchscreen |
| Resolution: | 2880 x 1800 |
| Refresh rate: | 60Hz |
| Colour gamut (stated): | 100% P3 |
| Storage: | 1TB SSD |
| Connectivity: | Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, 2x USB-C 4.0, SD Express 7.0 card reader |
| Dimensions: | 29.77 x 20.29 x 0.90 cm |
| Weight: | 850g (without keyboard or sleeve) |
Design & Build
The ASUS ProArt PZ13 is a fascinating combination of refined and rugged. There is a protective sleeve and keyboard included (in the UK, at least) with the device, and the camo-green colour and soft-touch sturdiness to the sleeve is in stark contrast to the device inside, a sleek OLED-screen tablet computer with a 13.3-inch screen that’s either large for a tablet or small for a laptop, depending on your viewpoint.
Features
The ASUS ProArt PZ13 is kitted out with the ProArt Creator Hub that impressed me so much on the P16, and while it doesn’t have quite everything from the mothership (such as the gen-AI MuseTree software, which is missing here), it has the full colour-management suite and the brilliant AI-powered workflow and asset-management haven StoryCube.
Performance
Rather bemusingly for an ASUS ProArt computer, the compromise to be found with the PZ13 is in its pure grunt. Unfortunately, it lags a bit behind many other Copilot+ releases in our benchmarking, which mainly comes down to the fact that in order to undercut rivals on price, ASUS has opted for the lower-powered Snapdragon X Plus processor here (rather than the X Elite one found on-board many rival models).
Price
The ASUS ProArt PZ13 retails for £1,199/$1,099, which places it very competitively against its rivals, and in particular the iPad Pro. The main reason is that at this price, at least in the US and UK, you get the stylus, keyboard, stand and protective sleeve included in the purchase, which you don’t get for the iPad.
Who is it for?
The ASUS ProArt PZ13 is aimed at creative pros on the go, with its compact form factor combined with a (near-)full creative suite meaning it particularly suits content creators who want to edit videos and photos away from the office or home.
Buy it if…
- You want everything included in your 2-in-1 purchase
- You want a brilliant screen to take everywhere
- You want/need extreme battery life
Don’t buy it if…
- You need 3D graphics grunt
- You want a more lightweight tablet-first device
Also consider
- Microsoft Surface Pro 11
- iPad Pro
Conclusion
The ASUS ProArt PZ13 is an excellent choice for creative professionals who need a compact and powerful device that can keep up with their demands. While it may not be the most powerful device on the market, its unique combination of features and portability make it an attractive option for those who need a device that can go anywhere.
FAQs
Q: What is the CPU of the ASUS ProArt PZ13?
A: The CPU of the ASUS ProArt PZ13 is the Snapdragon X Plus (3.4GHz).
Q: What is the resolution of the screen?
A: The resolution of the screen is 2880 x 1800.
Q: What is the weight of the device?
A: The weight of the device is 850g (without keyboard or sleeve).
Q: What is the battery life of the device?
A: The battery life of the device is 20 hours.
Q: Is the device suitable for gaming?
A: No, the device is not suitable for gaming due to its limited graphics capabilities.
