The ASUS ROG Strix G15, being slightly more expensive, offers a robust AMD Ryzen 9 processor and Nvidia RTX 3050 Ti graphics, suitable if you prioritize higher storage capacity. However, its battery underperforms compared to the Gigabyte Aorus 7, which has a larger screen and beefier battery but less storage and a mid-range Intel i5 processor. If you lean towards improved battery life, a more recent release, and a better screen refresh rate for gaming or fast-paced content, the Aorus might serve you better despite potentially higher weight and reduced portability. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G15
Good portability
Advantages of the Gigabyte Aorus 7
Very good for engineering and design
Very good overall display quality
Good battery life
Very good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.0/10
7.8/10
5.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 7 and ASUS ROG Strix G15 are both good for gaming and AI, though the Gigabyte Aorus 7 is somewhat better.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 is equipped with an RTX 3050 Ti and a screen refresh rate of 144Hz, which suits gaming and 3D applications well, but the Gigabyte Aorus 7 comes with a more powerful RTX 4060 and an even higher screen refresh rate of 360Hz, providing a smoother visual experience for the same purposes.
Engineering and Design
7.6/10
8.1/10
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
5.6/10
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 ASUS ROG Strix G15 is good.
The Gigabyte Aorus 7 harnesses a more advanced Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU and a superior screen with higher brightness and color coverage, making it very suitable for demanding engineering and design tasks, albeit heavier and less portable compared to the ASUS ROG Strix G15, which offers competent power with an AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX CPU and Nvidia RTX 3050 Ti GPU but lacks in ultimate screen quality and color fidelity.
Screen Quality
7.1/10
8.3/10
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
284.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
351.0 nits
The Gigabyte Aorus 7 has a better screen than the ASUS ROG Strix G15 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
If you prioritize a crisp and bright display for everyday tasks like browsing and watching videos, both the ASUS ROG Strix G15 and the Gigabyte Aorus 7 offer great options; the Aorus 7 delivers slightly superior visual experiences due to its higher resolution and brightness. For engineering and design where color accuracy is vital, both laptops provide good quality, but keep in mind the Aorus 7 may have a bit of an edge with better coverage of professional color gamuts. However, for gaming or working with 3D content, neither laptop is ideal as they have lower refresh rates, which may result in less smooth visuals during fast-paced scenes or animations.
Portability
Good
Fair
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
5.9 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 has good portability, while the Gigabyte Aorus 7 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 and Gigabyte Aorus 7 are both good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 offers strong performance with its CPU for a variety of tasks and sufficient RAM for multitasking, plus a quality screen suitable for both work and entertainment, but it has less portability and a shorter battery life which may limit its use on the go. In contrast, the Gigabyte Aorus 7 also has a capable CPU, ample RAM, and notably, a larger and brighter screen for an enhanced viewing experience, and while it's slightly less portable due to its larger size, it compensates with a significantly longer battery life for extended use away from power outlets.
Content Creation
7.7/10
7.6/10
7.8/10
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 ASUS ROG Strix G15 and Gigabyte Aorus 7 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
7.2/10
7.4/10
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 7 and ASUS ROG Strix G15 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
5.5 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 has 5.5 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.
Build Quality
7.8/10
7.4/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 and Gigabyte Aorus 7 both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,249
$1,190
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
$2,000
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 has a price of $1,249 and the Gigabyte Aorus 7 costs $1,190.
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How the ASUS ROG Strix G15 and the Gigabyte Aorus 7 compare to other laptops
"The ASUS ROG Strix G15 is a successful high-performance 15-inch laptop. The Asus ROG Strix impresses with an elaborate design and fast hardware. The latter can unleash its potential well in the large 15-inch case and achieve a decent performance boost compared to the previous generation. Especially the stunning 300 Hz display as well as the RTX 3070 and its generous TDP give gamers their money's worth. Asus didn't neglect seemingly small details, either, such as the keyboard and the maintenance options. The ROG Strix G15 offers a lot of pure performance and excellent workmanship in a 15-inch format, but connectivity leaves something to be desired."
"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 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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