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Updated January 12, 2024·
Selecting the right laptop depends on your primary use case. If you prioritize budget and need a computer for everyday tasks like browsing, Office applications, and streaming, the Acer Aspire 5 is a sensible choice. However, if you require high performance for activities such as 3D modeling, machine learning, or gaming, investing in the Gigabyte Aorus 7 could be worthwhile despite the higher cost. The Aorus 7 usually offers better hardware suitable for demanding tasks, but it will also come with reduced portability and possibly shorter battery life compared to the Aspire 5, which is typically lighter and designed for longer use on a single charge. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Aspire 5 15
- Good portability
Advantages of the Gigabyte Aorus 7
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- Good speakers
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.1
7.8
2.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 7 is good for gaming and AI, while the Acer Aspire 5 15 is only fair.
The Gigabyte Aorus 7 outperforms the Acer Aspire 5 15 in gaming and 3D applications primarily because it has a superior graphics card, the Nvidia RTX 4060, compared to the integrated graphics in the Aspire 5 15, and a much higher screen refresh rate, which is essential for smooth visuals in fast-paced games. Additionally, the Aorus 7 has a more capable CPU and better overall screen quality, enhancing the gaming and 3D experiences further.
Engineering and Design
6.6
8.1
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
2.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Gigabyte Aorus 7 is very good for engineering and design, while the Acer Aspire 5 15 is only fair.
The Gigabyte Aorus 7 is "very good" for engineering and design due to its more powerful processor (Intel i5-12500H), superior dedicated graphics (Nvidia RTX 4060), and higher screen refresh rate. The Acer Aspire 5 15 is just "good" because while it has a decent processor (Intel i5-1335U) and integrated graphics (Iris Xe), these components may not handle demanding engineering and design tasks as effectively as the Aorus 7.
Screen Quality
6.2
8.3
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
275.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
351.0 nits
The Gigabyte Aorus 7 has a better screen than the Acer Aspire 5 15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and software development.
The Acer Aspire 5's screen offers sufficient resolution and brightness for typical tasks like browsing and video streaming, which is adequate for general use, but its limited color accuracy and range may not satisfy professionals who work with precise color work in engineering and design. Meanwhile, the Gigabyte Aorus 7 provides a crisp, bright display with a wider color gamut, making it appealing for creatives needing truer color representation, but for gaming and 3D applications, both laptops fall short due to their poor refresh rates, despite the Gigabyte’s slightly better qualities not being enough to compensate for a gamer's need for smooth motion.
Portability
Good
Fair
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
3.9 lbs
WEIGHT
5.9 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The Acer Aspire 5 15 has good portability, while the Gigabyte Aorus 7 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.5
7.4
The Gigabyte Aorus 7 has good build quality, while the Acer Aspire 5 15 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$480
$1,190
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Acer Aspire 5 15 has a price of $480 and the Gigabyte Aorus 7 costs $1,190.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.5
7.6
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
275.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
351.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.2/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 7 and Acer Aspire 5 15 are both good for general use.
The Acer Aspire 5 15 offers a balance for general use with efficient CPU and ample RAM for multitasking, a quality IPS display for clear visuals, and greater portability due to its lighter weight and longer battery life. In contrast, the Gigabyte Aorus 7 has a powerful CPU and dedicated graphics for more demanding tasks, a larger and high-refresh-rate screen which enhances the visual experience but at the cost of heavier weight and reduced battery life, making it less portable but more suited for graphics-intensive applications.
Content Creation
7.3
7.6
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Gigabyte Aorus 7 and Acer Aspire 5 15 are both good for content creation.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Software Development
7.3
7.4
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 7 and Acer Aspire 5 15 are both good for software development.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
Battery
7.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Acer Aspire 5 15 has 7 hours of battery life. The Gigabyte Aorus 7 has 6 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
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How the Acer Aspire 5 15 and the Gigabyte Aorus 7 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Acer Aspire 5 15 | Gigabyte Aorus 7 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$480 | $1,190 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | March 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 9.4'' x 0.7'' | 15.7'' x 10'' x 1.02'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.97 lbs | 5.95 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.21" | 15.7" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.4" | 10" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1335U | Intel i5-12500H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 50 Wh | 99 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 360Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 275 nits | 351 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.8/10 | 6.2/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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Acer Aspire 5 15
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Sascha Mölck | November 2022
"The Acer Aspire 5 15 is a good value office laptop with reasonable battery life. The combination of slim exterior, relatively low weight (approx. 1.7 kg) and 8 hour real-life battery runtime makes the Acer Aspire a truly mobile laptop. The modest Tiger Lake processor supports this area and simultaneously ensures an affordable price point. The Aspire produces little noise and stays cool. The screen (FHD, IPS) might not win any prizes but is entirely appropriate for the price."
Gigabyte Aorus 7
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Matt Hanson | July 2020
"The Gigabyte Aorus 7 is a gaming laptop that is pitched at perhaps the hardest market to get right: the mid-range. So, unlike high-end gaming laptops that can throw the latest and greatest components together in a bid to attract gamers with plenty of money to spend, or budget gaming laptops that can make wise cuts that are justified as long as the price is low enough, mid-rangers like the Gigabyte Aorus 7 have to balance the two."
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About Acer
Acer is a prominent Taiwanese electronics brand which makes a wide range of laptops, with multiple product lines catering to personal use, gaming, and business use. They are renowned for having exceptional value for money, as they frequently offer good specifications at a lower price than other manufacturers.
About Gigabyte
Gigabyte is a Taiwanese computer hardware manufacturer. While Gigabyte mainly focuses its business on desktop hardware, Gigabyte is known for its value-oriented G series laptops, thin and light Aero series, and performance-oriented Aorus series. Gigabyte laptops offer a strong value proposition to compete with mainstream alternatives.
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