Gaming hardware is making a resurgence, but a smaller form factor with the likes of handheld gaming is also becoming popular. Taking it to a different direction, ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) brings the ROG Flow Z13 (GZ302) 2025 to the Middle East region. Unveiled earlier at CES 2025, this ultra-compact 13-inch 2-in-1 device has been designed for technology early adopters and AI-focused developers.
Breaking down the silicon inside
There is no separate CPU nor dedicated GPU inside this small form factor. The true power comes from the powerful AMD Ryzen™ AI Max+ 395 with the on-die Radeon™ 8060S Graphics. We’re talking desktop-class performance with AI acceleration comprised of 16 high-performance Zen 5 cores and 40 RDNA 3.5 compute units. The SoC also boasts 50 TOPS of AI performance, which makes the ROG Flow Z13 a certified Copilot+ PC.
Fuelling it is a unified quad-channel memory architecture that intelligently allocates resources between the CPU and GPU. This ensures optimal speed for AI workloads, gaming, and content creation.
One major difference – the Middle East region gets the 32GB ultra-fast LPDDR5X 8000MHz RAM (USA/Canada get the 128GB option).
For a tablet powerhouse like this, cooling is definitely on top of the mind. There’s an all-new stainless steel and copper vapor chamber, which offers 54% more coverage for improved thermal efficiency. Then add the dual 2nd Gen Arc Flow Fans™ with larger air intake vents, allowing for 70% more airflow, ensuring quiet and cool operation. Additionally, a specially designed air channel behind the touchscreen reduces surface temperatures, enhancing comfort during extended gaming sessions.
The brilliant 13-inch ROG Nebula Display provides a 2.5K resolution at 180Hz, delivering vibrant colors and ultra-smooth visuals. Content creators and gamers benefit from the fine details:
- Corning® Gorilla® Glass 5 for enhanced durability
- 100% DCI-P3 color accuracy
- a 16:10 aspect ratio
- 500 nits of peak brightness
- stylus-capable touchscreen
Let’s not forget one thing – the ROG Flow Z13’s 1.2kg lightweight all-aluminum chassis and touchscreen convertible form factor provides a balance of mobility without sacrificing power.
Connectivity and Power for the ROG Flow Z13
There’s no lack of wired connectivity in the ROG Flow Z13’s lightweight design and form-factor. You get dual
USB-C® ports with USB4® support (up to 40Gbps speeds and supports DisplayPort), a HDMI® 2.1, USB Type-A (for those that still use , a microSD card reader (UHS-II), and a 3.5mm audio combo jack.
For the mobility users, power is fueled by a 70Wh battery. Oh, you can choose to upgrade the M.2 SSD to a higher capacity, though you’d have to mirror the current SSD’s contents to the new one.
Middle East Availability
The ROG Flow Z13 is already available for purchase on the ASUS eShop and at leading retailers across the region. Pricing starts from AED 8,999 and there is a special offer until 9th March for UAE residents. You can get the ROG Pelta headphones when buying from Sharaf DG, Jumbo, or Virgin. Bose SoundLink Flex BT Speaker awaits buyers at Emax.
The gaming tablet will also be available across the following countries and their respective retailers for nearly the same price (bearing the currency conversions)
| Country | Retail Locations | Pricing |
|---|---|---|
| Qatar | Jarir Bookstore (Salwa, Rayyan, Airport Road) FNAC (Doha Festival City), Techno Blue (The Centre) | QAR 8,999 |
| Kuwait | Xcite (Avenues Super Store, Al Rai) | TBC |
| Oman | Sharaf DG (Mall of Oman) | OMR 944.9 |
| Bahrain | Sharaf DG (Bahrain City Centre) | TBC |
The ROG Flow Z13 comes backed by ASUS Perfect Warranty for two years, providing extra coverage for accidental damages. A sweeter bonus is the inclusion of a 3-month trial to PC Game Pass with every purchase.
Image Credit: ASUS ROG Middle East
