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Updated February 27, 2024·
When choosing between the ASUS ROG Strix G16 and the Gigabyte Aorus 17H, consider that although they may have similar prices, the ASUS is likely more focused on high-end gaming performance and may have more aggressive cooling, while the Gigabyte is geared towards a balance of gaming and productivity with a slightly larger screen, which may be beneficial for multitasking or creative work. However, the larger screen size can make the Gigabyte less portable. Both will handle intensive tasks well, but their size and weight will impact ease of transport. Battery life typically isn't the strong suit for gaming laptops, so expect to carry a charger for either model. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024)
- Very good for general use
- Very good for software development
Advantages of the Gigabyte Aorus 17H
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
8.8
8.3
16.0in
SIZE
17.3in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
459.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
351.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has a better screen than the Gigabyte Aorus 17H for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16, with its high resolution and bright display, offers crisp and vivid images advantageous for daily tasks and professional design work, complemented by its wide color gamut that ensures accurate color reproduction essential for engineering and graphic design purposes. On the other hand, for gaming and 3D applications, its lower refresh rate may make fast-paced visuals less smooth compared to displays tailored for gaming. Conversely, the Gigabyte Aorus 17H, while also providing a sharp and bright display suitable for general use and having a decent color range for engineering tasks, falls short for gaming and 3D work due to the emphasis on visuals over refresh rate.
Battery
8.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has 8 hours of battery life. The Gigabyte Aorus 17H 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
Fair
Poor
16.0in
SIZE
17.3in
5.5 lbs
WEIGHT
5.9 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
1.1in
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) has only fair portability, while the Gigabyte Aorus 17H has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,590
$2,200
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) has a price of $1,590 and the Gigabyte Aorus 17H costs $2,200.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.1
7.9
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
459.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
351.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
6.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
5.9/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) to be very good for general use, while the Gigabyte Aorus 17H is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 excels in CPU and RAM, offering smooth performance for a range of tasks along with a high-quality screen, but it's less portable and has shorter battery life, making it less ideal for on-the-go use. The Gigabyte Aorus 17H, while also good in CPU and RAM, balances portability and battery life better but might not match the Strix's screen quality, providing a more versatile option for mobile users.
Gaming and AI
8.4
8.7
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.6/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 17H and ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) are both very good for gaming and AI.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 stands out in gaming and 3D tasks due to its high-end GPU and fast screen refresh rate, ensuring smooth visuals and responsive gameplay. Meanwhile, the Gigabyte Aorus 17H, while similarly equipped with a powerful GPU for excellent gaming performance, may offer a slightly different balance of CPU performance and screen quality, catering to those prioritizing a mix of gaming, content creation, and general use.
Engineering and Design
8.8
8.6
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) and Gigabyte Aorus 17H are both very good for engineering and design.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16, with its powerful CPU, plentiful RAM, and high-end GPU, excels in demanding tasks such as 3D rendering or simulations, with a screen that showcases your work with clarity; however, it's less portable and has significant operating noise. On the other hand, the Gigabyte Aorus 17H also offers strong performance components for engineering applications, and it might have a slight edge in keyboard and speaker quality, at the cost of being bulkier and potentially noisier than simpler models.
Content Creation
8.4
8.0
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) and Gigabyte Aorus 17H are both very 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
8.0
7.5
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) to be very good for software development, while the Gigabyte Aorus 17H 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.
Build Quality
7.8
7.4
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) and Gigabyte Aorus 17H both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) and the Gigabyte Aorus 17H compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) | Gigabyte Aorus 17H |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,590 | $2,200 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2024 | January 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13.9'' x 10.4'' x 1.05'' | 15.7'' x 10.2'' x 1.18'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.51 lbs | 5.95 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.94" | 15.7" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.39" | 10.16" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i9-14900HX | Intel i7-13700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 99 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 240Hz | 360Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 459 nits | 351 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.5/10 | 5.9/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.3/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024)
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Marc Herter | March 2023
"With the mobile Nvidia GeForce RTX 4080, the Asus ROG Stix G16 hits the sweet spot between performance and cooling. The G16 also does not have to shy away from direct comparison with its supposedly stronger family member, the ROG Strix Scar 18 with its RTX 4090, as most benchmarks of the two laptops are very close to each other. Moreover, the G16 should be significantly cheaper. Depending on the supplier, the price difference here could be almost US$ 2,000. In the 2023 model series, Asus has significantly leveled out the differences between the two high-end lines."
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Peter Donnell | February 2023
"Overall though, it’s *lots of swearing* fast, seriously. For work, rendering, gaming, it doesn’t matter, this is a true weapon of performance that’s going to run rings around most high-end desktop systems. If you absolutely have to game at ultra-high refresh rates on the go (but within thinking distance of a plug socket), this is the ticket. I can’t see such an extreme being that appealing to everyone, but if you take your gaming seriously, or even professionally, there’s nothing else out there that comes close that you can still fit in your backpack and travel with."
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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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