The ASUS ROG Flow X16 offers superior performance due to its higher-end processor and more advanced screen features like higher resolution and refresh rate; it's also a bit more portable owing to its smaller screen. It's a better choice if you need a laptop for intensive tasks and you value a higher quality display for things like 3D work or gaming. On the other hand, the Gigabyte A7 provides a larger screen at a lower cost, which might suit you if you prefer a bigger display for productivity or entertainment, and you're looking to save money. The A7 is heavier and has a shorter battery life, making it less ideal for frequent travel. If you're mostly stationary and budget-conscious, the A7 could be a good fit, especially with its full-size keyboard including a numeric keypad. Choose the Flow X16 if you prioritize portability, display quality, and overall performance and don't mind spending more. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Flow X16
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Good portability
Best in class speakers
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Gigabyte A7
The Gigabyte A7 has no clear advantages over the ASUS ROG Flow X16.
Key differences
General Use
8.0/10
7.3/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
502.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
318.0 nits
5.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.5 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.0/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 is very good for general use, while the Gigabyte A7 is good.
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 is equipped with a more powerful CPU, higher-quality display, and larger battery which makes it excellent for general use, especially for those who need good performance combined with a versatile 2-in-1 form factor and high portability. The Gigabyte A7, while also good for general use, offers a larger screen size and a dedicated numeric keypad but has a less powerful processor and shorter battery life, making it suitable for users looking for a bigger display and comfortable typing experience, but who are less concerned about battery life and top-tier performance.
Engineering and Design
8.3/10
7.6/10
8.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
7.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 is very good for engineering and design, while the Gigabyte A7 is good.
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 stands out for engineering and design with its superior AMD Ryzen 9 processor, higher screen resolution, and greater color accuracy; it also benefits from a touch-sensitive display and better contrast, making for a more vibrant viewing experience. On the other hand, the Gigabyte A7, while still competent with its AMD Ryzen 7 processor and sufficient GPU, offers a larger screen but at a lower resolution and color accuracy; plus its lesser portability and screen quality may limit its appeal for those prioritizing mobility and display fidelity.
Content Creation
8.0/10
7.3/10
8.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 is very good for content creation, while the Gigabyte A7 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
7.7/10
7.0/10
8.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 and Gigabyte A7 are both good for software development, though the ASUS ROG Flow X16 is somewhat better.
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
8.5/10
7.3/10
16.0in
SIZE
17.3in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
502.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
318.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 has a better screen than the Gigabyte A7 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 likely boasts superior panel technology with a higher resolution and brighter display, offering a crisp and vibrant viewing experience for general use and detail-oriented tasks in engineering and design; its wide color gamut ensures accurate color reproduction vital for design work. However, its lower refresh rate may not be ideal for the fast-paced visuals required in gaming and 3D applications. In contrast, the Gigabyte A7 offers good screen quality with adequate resolution and brightness for everyday tasks and considerable color accuracy for engineering, but its screen also falls short in providing the high refresh rate desired for immersive gaming and fluid 3D content creation.
Battery
5.5 Hours
4.5 Hours
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 has 5.5 hours of battery life. The Gigabyte A7 has 4.5 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
Good
Fair
16.0in
SIZE
17.3in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
5.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
1.1in
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 has good portability, while the Gigabyte A7 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5/10
7.2/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 has very good build quality, while the Gigabyte A7 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,300
$940
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 has a price of $1,300 and the Gigabyte A7 costs $940.
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 and Gigabyte A7 are both good for gaming and AI.
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 is well-suited for gaming and 3D with its Nvidia RTX 3060 GPU and a high refresh rate screen of 165 Hz, offering smooth and vivid gameplay, in addition to a higher resolution display for sharper images. On the other hand, the Gigabyte A7 also comes with the Nvidia RTX 3060 GPU, ensuring capable gaming performance, but has a lower refresh rate of 144 Hz, meaning that while gaming will be smooth, it may not be as fluid as the ASUS; although, with a larger screen size, it provides a more immersive experience..
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How the ASUS ROG Flow X16 and the Gigabyte A7 compare to other laptops
"Above all else, the Asus ROG Flow X16 is one thing - versatile! It is a thin, mobile work device, it's a 2-in-1, tablet, a powerful workstation and even a gaming PC. But something even more surprising: It does all of these things really well without making any big blunders. It's anything but a lazy compromise. Because, despite its compact dimensions and 2-in-1 functionality, the hardware isn't throttled and boasts, at least in turbo mode, above-average performance."
"In terms of looks, the Gigabyte A7 X1 is certainly not a trendy, slim, and ultra-mobile gaming laptop. But it does what it's supposed to do, namely bringing games smoothly onto the screen, very well. Both the processor and the GeForce RTX 3070 are able to unleash their performance without restrictions thanks to the well-ventilated case. The Gigabyte A7 X1 brings modern games smoothly onto the screen and offers excellent maintenance options."
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About ASUS
ASUS, a Taiwanese electronics brand, is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. The majority of their laptops are targeted towards personal use or gaming. Their most popular product lines include the budget-friendly VivoBook, more premium ZenBook, and their TUF and ROG gaming laptops, the latter of which has a reputation for excellent gaming performance.
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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