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I can't believe it is actually possible to get such powerful hardware into a foldable laptop with touchscreen. Amazing how far technology has come!

Can vouch for this laptop - it's awesome! Fan-noise-to-performance ratio is some of the best I've tested. Display is the best I've seen personally. Performance overall is great. Awesome review Jarrod!

Props to Taiwanese companies like ASUS for actually innovating laptops

Been waiting for Jarrod's full review on this one. Far and away the most informative laptop reviewing methodology on YT.

the long-awaited reveiw! thanks Jarrod

I bookmarked the website since I'm planning on buying one at the end of next year's July. Extremely useful, thanks so much.

Been waiting for this review 🙂. Appreciated.

I was waiting for this reveiw!!! I love it!!! Thanks!

Yeeeeesss! Thank you! Please do more 2in1s and tablet.

As far i have seen on youtube, Your channel is the best in describing the products, as well as showing test results and comparisons. Please in the future include a guide what to do with a fresh out of the box new laptop, first startup and set up process. i checked but did not see a similar content from you earlier.

Just got the 3070ti version and I absolutely love it. Great Review!

Been waiting for this !

recently found your reviews and love your testing methodology, aswell as thoroughness, this review convinced me to even get a flow X16, and I love it! definitely worth a sub!

Ohh, was waiting for this review for so long! 🥰🥰

Love the idea of the Laptop deals website, i'll be eagerly awaiting the "other region" support the site suggests may come in future ( Aussie pricing would be great )

XG mobile deserves an upgradability score of its own. Thunderbolt laptops don't always perform well with an eGPU, as you demonstrated with a recent video. You could also consider doing it for TB laptops, but it will require you testing whether it's actually a good setup that's worth considering, i.e. more testing. XG on the other hand should be optimized and work well. It might even encourage continuous support of the platform by ASUS, given your reach as a laptop reviewer.

Mad video, always so detailed

I got this laptop last week to replace a Z13 Flow that I've been using with he 3080 XG Mobile. The main reason being that I've found the Z13 battery life really abysmal when I've taken it on work trips - it's great at home and docked. I chose the X16 as something that would be powerful enough and with a good enough battery when traveling, but able to keep using the investment I'd already made in purchasing the XG Mobile. Even though the 3080 is not a huge step up from the 3070Ti, it still is to some extent, and takes load off the laptop by idling the 3070Ti - and is a good docking solution on top of that. The X16 by itself is amazing and frankly wows me, but I'm having issues when using it with the XG Mobile. It's completely fine when doing productivity work, but when playing games for extended periods, sometimes I will see brief interrupts where performance tanks, and Armory crate type mid-screen popups come up saying it's switched to Silent or Performance - and then it almost immediately switched back to turbo and everything is fine again. This happens several times an hour. Also, this was with the X16 connected ONLY to the XG Mobile, and not also to its own 240W AC adapter. When I tried connecting the X16 ALSO to the AC adapter at the same time as the XG mobile, the phenomenon was a little different. Instead, a few times an hour, the mid-screen popup flashes "connected to power" briefly, but there is very little, or no temporary dip in performance. I don't know if I am doing something wrong, but this can't be correct functionality with the XG Mobile surely....?

Ty for that great review!

Finally, I've been wanting to buy this laptop for a while now but literally didn't because I was waiting for your review, thank you for this. I'll go buy it now.

went with an X13 and i absolutely LOVE it, it just couldnt be better...

Great review on the ASUS Flow X16 I think this may have changed my mind from buying a G15 cause of some of the features

I had been waiting for his review from weeks since his x16 first impressions video and finally gave up today and anyways bought the x16 in the morning , guess which video came up on my feed later that evening : ) I'll take it as a universe's sign :)

Asus is the pinnacle of engineering, it's sad how Nvidia, Intel, AMD cannot optimise their hardware with software (I know windows isn't first party) as Apple!

It'd be great to do a comparison with the MSi summit E16. It's the only other 2in1 with a dedicated GPU as far as I know. Especially on content creation :)

The sentence at the end is true, I still remember the Lenovo Notebooks with the "swappable" gtx 765m via slot (was also a sli version but not sure if that was the swappable one). There never was a gpu to swap it for. The XMG-Mobile does seem to have a kinda higher chance but considering that it is close to impossible to get one ( at least here in europe were I live) I'm still doubtful and won't factor it in my purchase decision.

I upgraded to the Flow X16 from the 2022 ASUS G14. I love everything about the X16 more except speakers. The G14 has a little more bass.

The flow x16 under Linux now has working speaker control and brightness control under kernel 6.1

Wow, that camera quality is amazing

Finally after a year, i got this laptop :) Display Mini Led HDR is amazing.

I think the XG mobile port can count because it is better than just thunderbolt docks from what I remember, but at the same time it is proprietary so, idk.

I'd be really interesting to see how this laptop would handle being used as a graphics tablet. It's so bulky to have to cart around a separate tablet as well as a beefy laptop to handle the animation software.... This honestly sounds like a promising solution

At this rate, ASUS will figure out how to fit a numpad and front facing speakers in a 16" laptop by next year. Because a 2 in 1 laptop can't be this good at everything. This is black magic.

You can get the same unit you reviewed with the Miniled and RTX 3070 ti for "just" $2699 on BestBuy. You can see the price at 19:37

Will you be doing a laptop tier list and a awards ceremony? I think many of us enjoy your opinions on the laptops you reviewed this year and the all important award for the best RGB.

My new dream laptop! ❤

FINALLY A REVIEW!!!

I am more interested in the Duo Pro (with OLED screen/non-zephyrous) but this is also pretty amazing. Would love a long term review of the Duo Pro or this.

I absolutely love my Flow x13 with 3080. I got it for an amazing deal and has definitely been THE best laptop I've ever had so far.

Great review as usual Jarod ❤️ For this one specifically though, I would have liked to see more testing on the performance and software compatibility of the pen. This is of particular importance to me (or rather, my mum) since this is one of the only ~15'' laptops with a powerful discrete GPU and a stylus, all of which are critical features for her. For some context, my mum is in her 50s and at the head of a design studio. She regularly needs to annotate/review large 3D models and high resolution renderings, so she needs both powerful hardware and a good stylus. Also she is heavily myopic, so she finds anything smaller than 15'' uncomfortable to use. Quite picky yes, but that's also part of the reason she's willing to pay a high price tag. Currently she is using a 2017 Surface Book 2 15'', which was basically the only option back then that satisfied all those needs. However the performance is starting to feel lacking in 2022; the questionably-designed detachment mechanism also gave out a few times which made the GPU unusable; finally it's a repairability nightmare so forget about trying to swap out worn out connectors. Long story short, she is in the market for a replacement on the precondition that there exists a good one, and honestly this one might just be it. I have to look at other reviews that take a deeper dive on the stylus though before I make this recommendation.

i have it since a a half a year and i absolutely love it

I have one right here and it connects just fine to my TV in 4K 120Hz 10 Bit 4:4:4. This is an HDMI 2.1 port. You can also flash a 150W vbios from the Zephyrus Duo and get up to 13.000 Timespy Graphcis. Very solid device.

watching this with my flow x16 😎

My guess on the CPU power cap is because they probably can't get it to cap the power lower automatically when it detects it's in tablet mode. Or it has no sensor that can tell the difference between tent/flipped and full tablet mode. This is what I would do too if there's no clear way for the laptop to know if it's on tent/flipped mode or has the touchscreen right against the intake vents. At best the CPU's own thermal management will do it but then it'll blow hot air onto your hand or elbow or chest depending on how you hold it when on tablet mode. ------- As for the specs, I'm kind of disappointed there's no AMD Advantage with 67x0m or 68x0m option. AMD usually asks for vapor chambers, and since there are no ports on the back, a vapor camber extending to the back with fins right there will have more thermal mass. I'd even take that over the XG Mobile connector for a few reasons: 1. Wasn't there a tendency for NVidia and AMD GPU drivers to have conflicts? Before it was just the old G14 not switching over to the NVidia GPU, IIRC laptops with AMD chips and NVidia GPUs get some software hiccups with one or either XXG Mobile chip. 2. If I'm going to use this as a desktop replacement this is less likely to make me want an external screen than even a 17.3in screen. Partially fold the screen over and it moves the screen closer to my eyes/external keybaord. Sure without like a laptop stand on a monitor arm it'll sit lower but unless the hinge totally sucks I can just angle it. Or just put it on a monitor arm like that and still have the screen closer. -------- As for XG Mobile connectors and TB getting counted for upgradeability I'm not too hot on including either for now. Maybe when TB5 with more bandwidth (and also USB4 allowing this on AMD CPUs) and when Asus actually comes up with RTX 4000 and RX 7000 versions so there might be some continuity?

Jarrod, can you make a review on the Hasee T8? It looks like a good deal, but I don't want to buy it unless I know for sure.

The wow sound effect :0

Love your video.. Love your review.. But please more video and review cheaper laptop. Maybe under $800 and under $1000. And make more video about comparison laptop low budget.

I hope they update the XG Mobile to the Nvidia 40 Series Cards! Pairing this with a 4080 XG Mobile would be sick!

Is there going to be a full review on the zenbook 14?

Will buy next generation definitely.. Till saving Money 🤑💰 This type of laptop has all..., Can do almost everything..

Can you please review the 2023 model of the Flow x16?

This is basically my dream laptop. Only needs to be half the price lmao

Just picked up the Asus X16. Does not like to be USB-C charged (with/without XG Mobile). Considering it as a replacement to my MSI GS65 with 9th gen i7, RTX 2060 and 32GB ram, but the price difference I paid was 1500 vs 1750 for the Asus. Aside from the better screen and performance..it is still a hard decision if it is a keeper or not.

4:01 I guess I will need to check this with each new laptop I am wanting to buy and when it eventually arrives label it

Wow that is impressive. Tho the price is quite high. Btw would you do a quick review on the Asus Rog Flow X13(GV301RC-LJ004W) 2022. I got an offer to buy this Laptop ( almost new) for 1050€, while the knew one with same specs cost 1550€. At the same time if i wait i could get last year's modell of the Flow x13 for like 800€-900€ (Also in an almost knew condition). So what would be your advice? Should i pay around 200€ more and get the newer Flow X13 2022 ?? I would really appreciate it if you could answer.

Can you do a test comparing the fps you get playing on battery vs charging?

How is the pen and touch screen for digital artists? Does it compare to an external Wacom drawing pad?

Hey, Jarrod. Good video as always. Do you plan on reviewing an HP Omen laptop?

Oof, no gsync with the mux switch off is a bit of a bummer. I'd probably keep it on just for the freesync availability.

If you are still doing Metabox reviews could you do one for the Metabox Flo (1255U)?

Thanks!

Jarrod you said in the video that it's hdmi 2.0 but on asus site it's 2.1 now. Did they update that as the year went?

The 3070 Ti/32 GB model popped up on Best Buy for $2699.

The keys are "hard and plastic" so the device doesnt feel mushy when you fold the keyboard outwards and hold it that way.

Usually I'd say I'd prefer Intel for machine like this, but I'm glad they didn't went Intel cause otherwise it'll kill the battery in an instant. For the type of people to use his device going Ryzen was the right choice. This is also for people who want a Zephyrus with 16:10 screen. It's as close as being a capable all in one for anybody to max out their use case entirely. Definitely recommended for especially creative professionals.

This seems like a good machine for a professional driver, that spends over a month away from their full size gaming rig. I would be playing AAA SP campaigns on the road. If anyone has a better idea, let me know. I am looking for mid to high end hardware. This seems great.

Got the 3070Ti, 32, 1TB, MiniLED on clearance. This is absolutely the best laptop I've used.

Hope every single gaming laptop u would do some on seen gaming where we can see how the game looks.. FPS, etc. On the game screen.

Have u also done a video on the G17 2022?

Had This laptop. Was satisfied till graphic card started to bicker about 4k monitor. Returned it. Bought Lenovo Legion i9 and never looked back

Please compare this to the MSI E16 Flip Evo, with eGPU's :)

When, do you think, will AMD 7000s combo (AMD CPU + AMD dGPU both 7000 series) laptops (Advantage Edition) come out?

Haven't you tried the second ssd under that cable?

Would love if you add a section about fan noise during web browsing and doing daily tasks

I hope you do another laptop tier list for 2022.

Any news on USB4 firmware/driver/bios update?

Help needed...! Is that a good idea to buy Asus rog strix G15 advantage edition Ryzen 9 5980HX and Radeon 6800M right now at 1099$....?

as Asus promised, they now have XG mobile with 4090, and is compatible with this X16 2022 (and X16 2023) :)

Need help. Is the digitizer on it bad? Does it have the grid like structure where you can see small boxes that the entry level 2 in 1s have because that looks very ugly. Also, my usage is very limited. I am buying it just for the screen..i want it to be best..i will be watching movies, browsing and note taking..do let me know if it is made for me..will really appreciate your reply.

I have this machine and ABSOLUTELY LOVE the form factor and power. HOWEVER, my machine has been blue screening constantly. Had it RMA'd once already and all they did was put a new drive image on it. But it still blue screens. Starting to see other users on Reddit with same issue (and in china as well). Jarrod... Any chance I could get you to check your Event Viewer (System) and see if you are getting any "A corrected hardware error has occurred. PCI Express Root Port" errors? These errors are FLOODING my event log. Like many per second constantly until it maxes out the log. Makes me so sad that I have the perfect blend of specs (for me) and spent so much money and I can't get a stable machine.

14:49 jarrod already has the new razer blade 15 2022 240hz oled model i think we might get a new review of this laptop... i m sure its gonna be probably the best thin and light gaming laptop since msi ge raider hx is super costly and would break my back when i want to carry it

I absolutely love thins laptop. Use it every day and it's just awesome

can you review RAID0 (striping) performance, on Asus laptops, with dual NVME disks? this is supported in Asus BIOS, and will boost both read and write speed.

Can you review Msi pulse gl66 next

Jarrod why didn't you created video comparison between rtx 4090 and Radeon 7000 xtx

Hope this panel gets a better screen response time.

How good is touch ? And response of pen?

I think the response time might differ between the single zone and multi zone modes of the display

Given the current situation in many regions, the 3060 equipped units may come with just a more basic yet still touch-enabled highly reflective IPS screen, not the key benefit to this model line, its extra bright and highly contrasty miniLED screen. This kind of defeats the purpose and makes the 3060 overpriced over the G15 and M16 counterparts only giving the 2-in-1 form factor and 2 SODIMM slots for the bonus MSRP. So the 3070ti becomes the obvious choice, then the question is whether get just the laptop and have limited ports and unused IO possibilities (until one gets the XG separately eg. once next gen is released) or spend more for the laptop + nearly impossible to get otherwise ROG XG Mobile with 6850mxt now in an entry package... but that costs $4000+, so it's not such an easy choice when GE77 in i7+3070ti guise typically costs 10% less than the Flow with same GPU while being possibly more performant (though bigger and bulkier and not as great looking due to the heavy RGB focused/driven esthetics).

I don't understand why a lot of my favorite design screen laptop don't offer any dedicated graphics when they have folding option

Does one zone mode reduce the screen response times down to on-par levels

how are you getting these temps????? I have an X16 and mine runs at 90+ no matter what. I can't imagine the level of quality control here, I have to believe that you have something installed that I don;t because if that's true then somethings really wrong.

It’s an interesting laptop. I still think I’m gonna go to duo 16 next year though.

did you ever test it on gaming when the laptop on tent mode , i'm wondering if there any thermal difference between Tent mode and laptop mode , since the fans get more air when its in tent mode Thanks

I'm really hoping the 2023 G15 gets this screen, even if in top spec (but non touchscreen). Not a fan of this form factor or the XG mobile. However, I do much prefer this lid design to the holes in the lid on the g14/g15.

x16 has miniled power and portable. best option for me

New to your channel great content brother! Just subbed but I have one question why does it sound like you speak in cursive 😅

Yeah, those hinges need to be stiffened, my friend's Samsung Galaxy laptop have one of those revolving hinges as well and after like two three yearS of use, those hinges gave out and the laptop screen have to be opened at a 90 degree angle and can't be tilted. If you tilt it too much then the screen just flops down

One thing that make me disappointed for this laptop is i can't getting any model with miniLED display + FreeSync Premium / IPS only (indonesia) But yeah, specification may vary by regions/country + This laptop is one of many laptop (AMD ryzen 6000) that you can upgrade one Type-C to USB4 What do you think about this Jarrod?