Just be aware that the fans can get pretty loud when more intensive programs are running.
However, the location of the built-in Dial makes the laptop more suited to right-handed users.
As it happens, that is exactly what theASUSProArt PX13 2-in-1 laptop was designed for.
The double-sided hinges on the back of the ProArt allow the display to be folded back into tablet mode.
Here’s why it’s a great choice for creative workflows.
This review was made possible thanks to a review unit provided by ASUS.
The company did not see the contents of this review before publishing.
Since this is newer, there aren’t many other laptops to directly compare this newer CPU against.
The closest competitor processor is the Intel Core Ultra 9 185H, which is also anNPU-toting AI CPU.
ASUS is a well-known tech brand that ships to over 100 countries across the world.
A power port, HDMI port, USb-C port, and headphone jack are located on the laptop’s right side.(Image credit: Rebecca Spear / Windows Central)
What’s in the ProArt PX13 box?
In the case of this review, all of these accessories were included in the box.
The casing feels sturdy, so I’m not worried about it getting damaged in regular transit scenarios.
A power button, microSD card reader, USB-A port, and USB-C port are found on the laptop’s left side.(Image credit: Rebecca Spear / Windows Central )
When it comes to connectivity, the laptop offers the latestWi-Fi 7and Bluetooth 5.4 versions.
While I’m talking about the laptop’s sides, the power button is recessed on the right side.
A buckle would have been better for busy people on the move.
The ProArt PX13 comes with the ASUS Pen 2.0.
This interior laptop pocket can hold up to a 16-inch laptop and keep it safe with its padded material.
It’s comfortable enough to wear, and the straps can easily be adjusted to fit different builds.
In fact, I hadchanged Windows prefs so the laptop would never turn off(for testing purposes).
This laptop backpack also comes bundled with the ASUS ProArt PX13.(Image credit: Rebecca Spear / Windows Central )
It turns out that this screensaver is a feature of ASUSOLEDCare, a program designed to prevent screen burn-in.
MyASUS is pinned to the taskbar by default, so it’s easy to access right from the start.
Meanwhile, ProArt Creator Hub is a different program that creators will regularly want to interact with.
The top backside has a zipper that allows you to pull the laptop out without opening the top of the bag.(Image credit: Rebecca Spear / Windows Central )
I can press the F12 key to quickly bring this software up.
All the program seemed to want to do was duplicate the initial requests I gave it.
The accompanying images forgot about the broom and only had some anatomically weird-looking cats around the canvas.
Most of your basic laptop settings can be found in MyASUS.
I tried other prompts, but they were similarly unhelpful.
It’s possible this program could become more sophisticated over time with updates, though.
It similarly only takes about a minute for a single generated image to pop up.
ProArt Creator Hub offers several special settings that are helpful for creative projects.(Image credit: Rebecca Spear / Windows Central )
It especially struggles with faces and fingers.
Plus, it wants to incorporate cliche versions of things rather than following my own art style.
But for now, there are better options out there.
You can recalibrate the monitor or choose different color gamut options in ProArt Creator Hub.(Image credit: Rebecca Spear / Windows Central )
That’s a really good score and exactly the color range I want to see in a creative laptop.
I never had to guess about accurate colors or clarity when viewing my ownPhotoshopprojects.
That said,OLEDsare notorious for not getting as bright as some other displays, so this is expected.
Overall, it proved to be a very solid laptop for creative workflows.
What this tells us is that theAMD AI CPUis great for handling all kinds of tasks.
Basically, this shows that the NPU has excellent AI accelerator performance and helps complete certain AI tasks faster.
MuseTree’s Idea Map works like a brainstorm board after being given a prompt.(Image credit: Rebecca Spear / Windows Central )
After that, I ran a 3DMark Time Spy test to check GPU performance.
The ProArt does very well in each of these areas.
These are not the fastest transfer speeds out there, but they’re stable and very respectable.
MuseTree’s Idea Canvas lets you draw an image, enter a text prompt and then generate AI art.(Image credit: Rebecca Spear / Windows Central )
Drawing with the ASUS Pen 2.0
Pressure sensitivity isn’t available in all programs.
You also need to confirm stylus input is enabled within a program that does support pressure sensitivity.
The ASUS Pen 2.0 offers 4096-level pressure sensitivity, which is pretty standard.
Generated AI imagery doesn’t always look very good.(Image credit: Rebecca Spear / Windows Central )
To test the pen, I worked with Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Fresco on a few different digital drawings.
During this time, I alternated between having the ProArt in laptop mode and tablet mode.
Together, this made the whole drawing experience on the ProArt very convenient and natural-feeling.
I can select different art styles for the AI generator to emulate.(Image credit: Rebecca Spear / Windows Central )
Holding down the front button turns on eraser mode, and the second button is a right-click by default.
However, I found no way to customize these controls.
A small red LED will light up on the side if the battery gets low.
The overall shape of my design tended to show up, but the final AI image often looked weird.(Image credit: Rebecca Spear / Windows Central )
What’s more, a dedicated USB-C to USB-C cable is included for easy charging from the ProArt.
During the tail end of this, I pulled out my thermal camera and took measurements.
Overall, the laptop does a good job of keeping itself cool.
It’s possible that MuseTree’s AI generated art features could become better with future updates.(Image credit: Rebecca Spear / Windows Central )
While the underside of the laptop does get warm, it wasn’t scalding for my lap.
The sound level came in at 63.4 dB, which is relatively noisy.
Fan noise has been far less notable too.
The AI generator seemed to work better with more basic, everyday requests, like drawing a cat face..(Image credit: Rebecca Spear / Windows Central )
As such, you’ll want to venture to stick close to an outlet when using this laptop.
However, if you have a compatible USB-C charger, the ProArt can also be charged that way.
What’s more, I really like the amount of pressure it takes to press them down.
Even then, sometimes the AI images contained strange line fragments that didn’t make sense for the final product.(Image credit: Rebecca Spear / Windows Central )
It’s just enough resistance to feel satisfying and ensures that keys only send input when intended.
Meanwhile, the touchpad is a very good size, measuring about 3.1 by five inches.
With this much space, I am able to quickly navigate around the screen without swiping too much.
In some cases, the AI generated images had really odd proportions.(Image credit: Rebecca Spear / Windows Central )
Once all of that is done, I get to choose which programs ASUS Dial works with.
When used properly, the ASUS Dial can save time and make the creative process more streamlined.
Colors come through accurately and there are plenty of crisp detail from the FHD camera.
The ASUS ProArt PX13 produced a really good 100% of sRGB, 96% of AdobeRGB, 100% of P3 in a color gamut test.
Meanwhile, my voice carries clearly, and there aren’t any strange artifacts accompanying it during meetings.
This feature works beautifully, and I never had any issues with it during my testing.
What about the speakers?
The Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 CPU offers very good performance that’s inline with similar processors.(Image credit: Windows Central)
This specific configuration sells for$1,899.99 at Best Buy.
ASUS ProArt PX13: Scorecard
ASUS ProArt PX13: Should you buy it?
You should buy this if…
You should not buy this if… Just beware that the Dial won’t be as easy to use if you are left-handed.
This AI-boosted CPU also does a great job with 3D rendering.(Image credit: Windows Central)
While not the most impressive system performance we’ve ever seen, Crossmark shows the PX13 performs great overall.(Image credit: Windows Central)
The RTX 4060 L GPU provides solid performance for handling creative tasks.(Image credit: Windows Central)
The ProArt PX13’s SSD provides good read and write speeds to keep up with creative files.(Image credit: Windows Central)
In testing, the PX13’s NPU earned a very respectable score in Procyon.(Image credit: Windows Central)
The ProArt PX13 offers very good transcoding speeds, which is ideal for creative projects.(Image credit: Windows Central)
The ASUS Pen is comfortable to hold, and the ProArt PX13 works great in tablet mode.
The ASUS Pen 2.0 comes with a USB-C to USB-C charging cable and four interchangeable tips.
The side ports are the laptop’s hottest areas, peaking at 133 degrees F.(Image credit: Rebecca Spear / Windows Central )
The ProArt PX13 does a decent job keeping itself cool, but fans can sometimes get really loud.(Image credit: Rebecca Spear / Windows Central )
The backside vents peaked at 114 degrees F.(Image credit: Rebecca Spear / Windows Central )
The center of the keyboard measured in at 103 degrees F.(Image credit: Rebecca Spear / Windows Central )
The area above the keyboard gets decently hot, measuring at a peak of 114 degrees F.(Image credit: Rebecca Spear / Windows Central )
The ProArt PX13 can be charged with a compatible USB-C cable, but it comes with a DCI charging adapter.
The keys are well spaced and a helpful ASUS Dial on the touchpad can make programs easier to interact with.
The Dial is activated by putting your finger in the top right corner and then sliding your finger toward the bottom left corner.
The ASUS ProArt PX13 offers a very nice FHD camera that captures accurate colors.
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Putting the ProArt PX13 in this tent mode allows for easy ASUS Pen 2.0 usage.
