Upon arriving in Las Vegas for CES 2025, I was buzzing with anticipation, and now the moment we’ve been waiting for is finally here. ASUS has announced that preorders for the revamped ROG Flow Z13 (2025) are open. This cutting-edge 2-in-1 detachable Windows laptop has been completely reimagined for gaming enthusiasts. With some of the most impressive hardware AMD has ever produced for slim devices, the ROG Flow Z13 promises to be a game-changer. I’m thrilled at the prospect of experiencing it firsthand.
ASUS has yet to provide a concrete shipping date for the preordered ROG Flow Z13 units, but you’ll be able to reserve yours through several retailers. One of the standout configurations boasts a staggering 128GB of RAM — perfect for those who love to juggle multiple Chrome tabs or delve into demanding AI tasks.
Let’s dive into the tech specs that are sure to excite every tech nerd out there. At CES 2025, we got a closer look at the ROG Flow Z13, which stands out with its chunky tablet form factor and undeniable cool factor. While typically, the 2-in-1 detachable category, as defined by devices like the Surface Pro, hasn’t typically catered to gamers demanding powerhouse performance, ASUS is challenging that notion head-on with the fascinating ROG Flow Z13.
Now, two years after the last iteration, ASUS is taking a bold new approach. Instead of relying on a power-packed NVIDIA GPU, the latest ROG Flow Z13 uses an advanced AMD Accelerated Processing Unit (APU), which combines a high-performing CPU and integrated GPU on a single chipset.
This innovation translates into significant efficiency improvements and a 25% increase in battery size, promising better overall endurance. The ROG Flow Z13 is a full-on Copilot+ PC, packed with an impressive Neural Processing Unit (NPU) that offers up to 50 TOPS of AI computation power. Essentially, it’s future-equipped to handle all upcoming AI features in Windows 11.
With up to 128GB of quad-channel RAM, the ROG Flow Z13 takes advantage of AMD’s Ryzen AI MAX lineup. While no game demands that much VRAM, ASUS also markets this device as a robust AI powerhouse, capable of operating an entire 70B large language AI model locally.
Gaming remains the heart of the ROG Flow Z13 (evident with the RGB-lit rear glass), and its 16-core Zen 5 CPU paired with the RDNA 3.5 GPU makes it more competent than any handheld PC gaming device currently available. The Radeon 8060S can consume up to 80W of power, significantly up from the previous model’s 65W limit with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060. The device even incorporates an ASUS ROG Ally-inspired dedicated Command Center button for quick access to performance settings.
You’ll also enjoy a richer port selection, an enhanced keyboard with bigger keycaps and a spacious touchpad, a speedier 180Hz display with thinner bezels, among other enhancements. If you’re concerned about losing Thunderbolt 4 capability due to the switch to AMD, rest easy; both USB Type-C 4.0 ports support Thunderbolt eGPUs and other devices.
Starting at $1,999.99 for preorders on ASUS’s site, the ROG Flow Z13 (2025) offers various options, including a popular $2,199.99 version available on Amazon featuring the standout AMD Ryzen AI MAX+ 395 chipset. Despite a higher starting price than its predecessor, this model offers significantly more in memory and storage, alongside other upgrades, ensuring it outperforms the 2023 edition.
Eager to get my hands on the ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (2025) for a comprehensive review for Windows Central, I am excited to explore its potential as a 2-in-1 detachable device catering to gaming and AI workloads. I’m thrilled that ASUS keeps pushing the envelope with innovative hardware, making the ROG Flow Z13 one of the most eagerly anticipated releases of the year.
