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Lower-tier configurations with RTX 3050Ti (on the Flow X16 GV601RE sub-series) and RTX 3060 (on the Flow X16 GV601RM sub-series) graphics will also be available, with various amounts of storage and RAM.
As far as the hardware goes, the Flow X16 is an AMD + RTX implementation, which is pretty much the recommendation for a portable all-purpose laptop at this point, a solution capable of solid performance in demanding loads, and efficient runtimes with daily use on battery. At the same time, prices in Western European markets are expected at around 2500 EUR, but not sure for which exact configuration.Factor in the 32GB of DDR5 memory, not to mention a 1TB PCIe 4.0 SSD and Asus’s comprehensive cooling tech including a Tri-fan thermal module, and you have a recipe for huge performance by pretty much every metric. For the record, the Flow X16 also supports Asus’s ROG XG Mobile external graphics boxes. That may enable you to upgrade the graphics performance in future. For now, though, that 3070 Ti GPU should be plenty. In a tougher work test the Flow delivered 4hrs 35mins of usage, which is on par with the Razer Blade 15 and a bit better than the Alienware – and longer than both 17.3-inch rivals. That will only get you through until lunchtime, but it still allows you more versatility than many gaming notebooks. As far as I can tell at this time, the Flow X16 is a potentially popular addition to the ROG lineup. Given our experience with the Flow X13, I expect the X16 to only have some slim rubber feet on the bottom, as required by the convertible format, and those might choke the fans with the laptop sitting on the desk. The available info kind of suggest to me that the ideal gaming experience is in tent mode with this laptop, with a connected controller, and that could be as a result of the choked fans in laptop mode. These are just my assumptions, though; we’ll need to properly test all these in the review. Laptops with the i7-12700H don’t cost any more than the Asus, either – you’ll find that chip inside every Alienware and Razer rig. Many laptops in this price range are also available with the faster Core i9-12900H.
Asus has long been one of the most innovative laptop companies around, and the Asus ROG Flow X16 continues that tradition because it’s a gaming laptop that’s also a 2-in-1 hybrid device. According to Asus, all these combined allow the hardware inside the Flow X16 to run at quieter noise levels than if they had gone with a standard dual-fan triple-radiator cooling. I’m still filling up the blanks on these exact noise levels, though, as well as on the power settings that Asus will allow on this laptop. I’ll update. This is, at least on paper, one of the best panel options available for Windows laptops these days. I haven’t yet got to experience it in real life, though. At the same time, I expect the miniLED panel to be expensive and perhaps not available in all markets. The second key ingredient in the Flow X16’s cooling solution is the new Pulsar Heatsink. Comprised of ultra-thin copper cooling fins as slim as 0.1mm, this double-sized heatsink has total surface area of 110,902mm², making it extra dense without limiting airflow. Combined with the Frost Force cooling system and Thermal Grizzly’s liquid metal thermal compound on the CPU, the Flow X16 is redefining what thin and light gaming looks like. Bring in the XG Mobile's big gunsThat said, you can get more GPU power if you spend extra on a laptop with an RTX 3080 Ti – that core averaged 120fps in Horizon at 1080p, while the Flow managed 87fps. The Flow X16 is a bit inconsistent when it comes to connectivity, too. This laptop does have pairs of full-size USB 3.2 Gen 2 and Type-C ports, with the latter handling DisplayPort and power delivery, and it’s got a microSD card reader. On the inside, you’ll find dual-band Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.2, and audio comes from a quartet of speakers that produce decent bass and a crisp, clear mid-range – they’re easily good enough for gaming. In fact, the audio system on this laptop should come close to what Asus offer on the Zephyrus G15/M16 models, and that’s excellent news. However, there are only 2x tweeters and 2x main speakers on the bottom with this series, though, and not 4x tweeters + 2x main speakers as on the Zephyrus models.
If you’re after a really powerful laptop with a fabulous screen, the simple answer is yes. The Asus ROG Flow X16’s mini-LED display is exception, its CPU and and GPU serve up massive performance. It’s very well built. And even has decent battery life. The Flow X16 is also compatible with the ROG XG mobile dGPU, which you can now get with up to an RTX 3080 or an RX 6850 XT dGPU. You’ll find out what to expect from the RTX 3080 XG mobile from this article. Gamers will be able to convert their traditional clamshell laptop into a tent or tablet since it features a full 360-degree hinge, which Asus claims will maximise airflow when using an external keyboard or a gamepad. On top of these, the Flow X16 gets an HD webcam with IR, placed at the top of the screen, and dual microphones, but no finger sensor. Hardware and performance These would allow combined performance and gaming numbers similar to those recorded in our Zephyrus M16 review, but accounting for the slightly lower capabilities of the AMD platform compared to the 12th gen Core i9 in the M16. We have reviewed the Ryzen 9 6000 processor in the ROG Zephyrus G14 and the full-size ROG Strix G15, though, if curious how it fares against that i9.We do know that the GPU can run at up to 125W with Dynamic Boost, but we don’t have the exact settings for combined CPU+GPU power. I would expect 60-80W sustained in CPU loads (update: Jarrod mentions up to 90W on his unit – video down below, but I’m not sure if that’s peak or sustained) and around 140-150W combined, based on what the Zephyrus G15 and M16 are capable of, with whom the Flow X16 shares many design cues. The portable and lightweight Flow family has a new member. ROG is proud to introduce the Flow X16, a convertible thin and light laptop with gaming horsepower that belies its size. Paired with the stunning Nebula HDR Display and fully compatible with the XG Mobile ecosystem, the Flow X16 is ready to redefine how you look at ultraportable gaming laptops. Gaming horsepower you can take anywhere The convertible mechanism on the Asus ROG Flow X16 is a superb and straightforward bit of design. The display swings through 180 degrees smoothly on robust hinges, and the hybrid chassis adds versatility. Pitch the Flow into a tented position and you can prop it up to watch movies or play games with a pad.
The Asus ROG Flow X16 tops at an AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS configuration with up to 64 GB of DDR5 memory, up to RTX 3070Ti dedicated graphics with a MUX, and two gen4 SSDs for storage. While we haven’t been able to test out the display on the Flow X16, Asus claims that the machine passes the new ROG Nebula display certification, which requires 100% coverage of the DCI-P3 colour space, at least 500 nits of brightness and a response time of 3ms or less. Rivals are slightly better, with increased depth in darker areas, but that won’t hinder gaming in any serious way.
Asus claims that the third fan keeps the GPU temperatures up to seven degrees cooler than traditional solutions, which should help the laptop maintain a high overall performance. In the same vein as the ROG Strix Scar 17 SE, this laptop comes with two display options: a Mini-LED QHD display, with a resolution of 2560 x 1600 and a refresh rate of 165Hz. This variation can reach up to 1,100 nits, according to Asus, as well as a contrast score of 100,000:1.
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