If you value performance for 3D rendering, machine learning, or gaming, the Gigabyte Aorus 17G with its dedicated Nvidia graphics chip is a strong choice. However, it is heavier and has a lower battery life, making it less portable than the Apple MacBook Pro 14. The MacBook Pro offers good general use and engineering performance, a high-quality display, and longer battery life, which is beneficial for productivity and on-the-go use. Keep in mind, the MacBook Pro generally costs less than the Aorus 17G, but if gaming or high-performance tasks are a priority and budget is less of concern, the Aorus 17G may suit your needs better. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Apple MacBook Pro 14 (Late 2023)
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Excellent overall display quality
Best in class overall build quality
Very good portability
Excellent battery life
Best in class speakers
Best in class keyboard
Advantages of the Gigabyte Aorus 17G
Good for gaming and AI
Key differences
General Use
8.2/10
7.5/10
3024 x 1964
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
489.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
282.0 nits
17.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
9.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
8.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.0/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 (Late 2023) is very good for general use, while the Gigabyte Aorus 17G is good.
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 (Late 2023) is well-suited for general use due to its powerful M3 processor and vibrant Mini LED display, which provide strong performance and a high-quality visual experience; its lightweight design and long battery life also make it highly portable.
Gaming and AI
6.7/10
7.5/10
4.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.6/10
3024 x 1964
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
300Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.7/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 17G is good for gaming and AI, while the Apple MacBook Pro 14 (Late 2023) is only fair.
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 (Late 2023) is suitable for 3D due to its Apple M3 GPU with strong performance, and its high-quality Mini LED screen that supports a 120Hz refresh rate, ideal for detailed and smooth design work, albeit running fewer games that don't support macOS.
Content Creation
8.4/10
7.5/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
3024 x 1964
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 (Late 2023) is very good for content creation, while the Gigabyte Aorus 17G is good.
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
8.2/10
7.2/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
3024 x 1964
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
9.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 (Late 2023) is very good for software development, while the Gigabyte Aorus 17G is good.
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.
Screen Quality
9.2/10
8.0/10
14.2in
SIZE
17.3in
3024 x 1964
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
300Hz
489.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
282.0 nits
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 has a better screen than the Gigabyte Aorus 17G for general use, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Apple MacBook Pro 14's display shines for general use and engineering with its high resolution and brightness, providing crisp and vibrant images, along with a wide color gamut ensuring accuracy crucial for professional design work. However, its refresh rate is lower, which is less optimal for 3D applications where fluid motion is key. The Gigabyte Aorus 17G also offers a high-quality display suitable for general tasks and color-sensitive engineering work, though its lower refresh rate can detract from the immersive experience in fast-paced gaming and 3D environments.
Battery
17.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 has 17 hours of battery life. The Gigabyte Aorus 17G 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.
Portability
Very Good
Fair
14.2in
SIZE
17.3in
3.4 lbs
WEIGHT
5.9 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 (Late 2023) has very good portability, while the Gigabyte Aorus 17G has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
10.0/10
7.4/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 (Late 2023) has best in class build quality, while the Gigabyte Aorus 17G has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,499
$2,329
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 (Late 2023) has a price of $1,499 and the Gigabyte Aorus 17G costs $2,329.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Apple MacBook Pro 14 (Late 2023) to be very good for engineering and design, while the Gigabyte Aorus 17G is good.
The Apple MacBook Pro 14, with its high-resolution Mini LED display and Apple's powerful M3 CPU and GPU, offers exceptional screen quality and performance suitable for detailed engineering and design work, alongside a very good balance between portability and battery life.
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How the Apple MacBook Pro 14 (Late 2023) and the Gigabyte Aorus 17G compare to other laptops
"In the Apple MacBook Pro 14 2023, the M2 Pro is slowed down. From the improved 5nm process, the new M2 Pro is a very solid upgrade. Graphics performance has increased by about 25% in tandem with a clear improvement in efficiency. The processor has also seen a performance leap of up to 20%, but this is accompanied by an increase in consumption of up to 25%. Fundamentally, Apple its maintaining its advantage over AMD and Intel, particularly in optimized applications where the results are very good in view of the comparatively low power consumption."
"The Aorus 17G isn't among the top RTX 3080 laptops due to its relatively low TGP of 105 watts. The device's gaming performance is average for an RTX 3080. For maximum performance, competitors like the Lenovo Legion 7 or the Alienware m17 R4 are recommended With the Aorus 17G, Gigabyte delivers a well-rounded gaming laptop. However, the device generates a high noise level. Throttling is not an issue. The CPU and GPU can develop their performance uniformly. Nevertheless, the device produces a lot of noise under load - more than many competitors."
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About Apple
Apple, an American technology company, is one of the world’s largest company in terms of market capitalization. Their MacBook laptops feature a slim, minimalistic design, class-leading battery life, and premium display and speaker quality. In 2020 Apple switched from using Intel processors to their own silicon chips which have excellent performance and efficiency. The macOS operating system is the second most widely used OS, after Windows.
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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