ProArt PX13 Review: A Near-Perfect 2-in-1 Laptop for Creator

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ProArt PX13 Review: A Near-Perfect 2-in-1 Laptop for Creators' Dreams

While the ProArt PZ13 features a detachable tablet + keyboard design, the spotlighted ProArt PX13 opts for a more mainstream "convertible" (360° hinge) design. Like the PZ13, it features a high-quality OLED touchscreen and Microsoft Copilot+ AI functions, but the PX13 comes at a slightly higher price point—justified by significantly stronger performance. It stands toe-to-toe with premium competitors like the Lenovo Yoga 9i and HP Spectre x360, and has even earned an Editors’ Choice award. If you’re a heavy user of Adobe or other creative software, the PX13 is easily one of the best high-end consumer-grade convertible laptops on the market.

Specs & Design: Practically Identical to Premium Flagships

The ASUS ProArt PX13, Lenovo Yoga 9i, and HP Spectre x360 all come with 2880x1800 OLED displays. However, the PX13 is slightly more compact (measuring 0.7 x 11.7 x 8.3 inches) thanks to its 13.3-inch screen, compared to the 14-inch panels on the other two. Weighing 3.04 pounds, it sits between the Yoga (2.98 lbs) and Spectre (3.19 lbs)—a bit heavier, yet still portable enough.

Our tested model (HN7306WU) came equipped with:

AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 (12 cores, 24 threads)
32GB RAM
1TB NVMe SSD
Radeon 890M iGPU + 6GB GeForce RTX 4050 dGPU

Another model, the HN7306WV ($1,999.99), upgrades to an RTX 4060.

The chassis is made from "Nano Black" aluminum alloy and passes MIL-STD 810H military durability tests. The display bezels are slim, except for a slightly wider bottom edge. The keyboard is sturdy, with no noticeable flex. The F10 key toggles the webcam, which supports Windows Hello facial recognition, along with smart features like auto-lock/wake when the user leaves/approaches, and auto-dimming when the user looks away.

Ports & Wireless

PX13 offers a full suite of I/O:

Left side: USB4 Type-C (40Gbps), HDMI, 3.5mm audio jack, power port
Right side: another USB4, USB 3.2 Type-A, and a microSD card slot

It supports Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth, powered by a MediaTek wireless module.

User Experience: Top-Tier Display and Usability, Though AI Software Feels Excessive

ASUS pre-installs several apps:

MyASUS (system settings & diagnostics)
ProArt Creator Hub (cooling, color, and performance settings)
CapCut trial from ByteDance
GlideX (phone connection)
ScreenXpert (workspace management)
StoryCube (image annotation and organization)

There’s also MuseTree (AI image generation) and Virtual Pet, a screen-floating mechanical mouse assistant—somewhat reminiscent of Microsoft’s Clippy, but without the charm.

While the AI tools may feel over the top, the OLED screen is an absolute highlight. Pantone-validated and VESA DisplayHDR certified, it offers high contrast, vibrant colors, sharp detail, and wide viewing angles—a visual delight.

The 1080p webcam supports auto-framing and background blur, delivering clear and bright video. Audio is output via bottom-facing speakers, with crisp mids and highs, and Dolby Atmos offering multiple sound profiles and EQ options.

The keyboard has 3-stage backlighting, with the lowest setting already sufficient. Typing feels light and quiet, and the touchpad is generously sized with satisfying click feedback. The Asus DialPad function allows for quick adjustments (volume, brush size, zoom, etc.) directly from the touchpad—an awesome perk for creators.

Performance: A Fast Convertible That Handles Pro-Level Workloads

Compared to other 2-in-1s like the Asus ProArt PZ13 (detachable) and HP OmniBook Ultra Flip 14, the PX13 came out ahead in all benchmarks including PCMark 10, Cinebench, Geekbench, and HandBrake. In PugetBench for Adobe Photoshop, it delivered workstation-level performance.

This means the PX13 can go far beyond basic office tasks and web browsing—it's built for video editing and heavy creative software. The RTX 4050 GPU provides superior 3D performance compared to competitors with only integrated graphics. While it's not a gaming powerhouse, it can run most games at moderate settings, and more importantly, it excels in creative workloads.

Display & Battery Life

Among premium OLED laptops, the PX13’s brightness and color accuracy stand out. Although battery life isn't class-leading, it still achieves a respectable level for modern ultraportables—enough to get through a full workday and some evening entertainment.

Pros

✅ Exceptional performance with Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 and RTX 4050—no sweat for creative tasks
✅ High-quality OLED touchscreen with vivid colors and sharp details
✅ DialPad for quick creative controls—great for efficiency
✅ Sleek, durable design—MIL-STD certified

Cons

❌ AI assistant (Virtual Pet) is distracting and not very useful
❌ No mobile data support (no LTE/5G module)

Verdict: A Nearly Flawless Laptop for Creators

Aside from the annoying AI "mechanical mouse" assistant, the PX13 is virtually flawless. Compared to the ARM-based PZ13, it offers better compatibility with Windows apps. The convertible design is more versatile for presentations and touch use. While the Yoga 9i or Spectre x360 might offer better value for general office users, creators will find the PX13’s powerful hardware and smart DialPad to be one of the best choices available.