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Updated February 26, 2024·
If you prioritize gaming or demanding tasks and don't mind spending a bit more, the Gigabyte Aorus 5 typically offers better performance but may be heftier and have shorter battery life than the ASUS ROG Strix G16. However, if you're looking for a more budget-friendly option for both work and play, the ASUS is a solid choice, offering good performance for general use, though it might not handle intensive tasks as smoothly as the Aorus. Consider the Aorus if you need top-tier graphics and processing power, and the ASUS if you prefer a balance between cost and capability. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024)
- Very good for general use
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Good battery life
Advantages of the Gigabyte Aorus 5
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
8.1
7.5
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
459.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
280.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
6.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.7/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) is very good for general use, while the Gigabyte Aorus 5 is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 boasts a more powerful CPU and extra RAM, which means it handles demanding tasks and multitasking more smoothly than the Gigabyte Aorus 5, while also offering a higher screen quality for sharper images; however, this comes at the expense of being less portable and having shorter battery life. The Gigabyte Aorus 5, while still capable for general use, prioritizes easier handling and longer battery life, making it a more travel-friendly option, albeit with lower performance and screen resolution than its ASUS counterpart.
Gaming and AI
8.4
7.9
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.2/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) is very good for gaming and AI, while the Gigabyte Aorus 5 is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 boasts a superior GPU and higher screen refresh rate, which provide smoother gameplay and better 3D performance, ideal for those prioritizing gaming experiences. The Gigabyte Aorus 5, while also equipped with a competent GPU and refresh rate, has a slightly less powerful CPU and screen quality, making it suitable for gaming but may not match the Strix G16 in visual fluidity and computational tasks.
Engineering and Design
8.8
8.2
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) and Gigabyte Aorus 5 are both very good for engineering and design, though the ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) is somewhat better.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16, with its advanced CPU, ample RAM, and high-quality GPU, excels at tackling demanding engineering software and rendering tasks, also showcasing a superior screen for detailed design work. Meanwhile, the Gigabyte Aorus 5, similarly equipped in CPU and RAM, offers robust performance for engineering applications but compromises slightly on screen resolution and GPU, which may affect those working on very graphics-intensive projects.
Content Creation
8.4
7.6
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) is very good for content creation, while the Gigabyte Aorus 5 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
8.0
7.3
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) is very good for software development, while the Gigabyte Aorus 5 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
8.8
8.0
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
459.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
280.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has a better screen than the Gigabyte Aorus 5 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
When choosing between the ASUS ROG Strix G16 and the Gigabyte Aorus 5, consider that the ASUS may offer a more vibrant and accurate display with higher resolution and brightness, making it excellent for tasks like document editing and web browsing. For engineering and design work, the ASUS's wider color range will provide more precise color representation, which is important for detailed graphics work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the ASUS's lower refresh rate could result in less fluid motion compared to other laptops designed specifically for those purposes.
Battery
8.0 Hours
5.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has 8 hours of battery life. The Gigabyte Aorus 5 has 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.
Cost
$1,590
$2,359
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) has a price of $1,590 and the Gigabyte Aorus 5 costs $2,359.
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Key similarities
Portability
Fair
Fair
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
5.5 lbs
WEIGHT
5.0 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The Gigabyte Aorus 5 and ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) both have only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8
7.4
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) and Gigabyte Aorus 5 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 5 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) | Gigabyte Aorus 5 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,590 | $2,359 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2024 | June 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13.9'' x 10.4'' x 1.05'' | 14'' x 10'' x 1.08'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.51 lbs | 5.07 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.94" | 14" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.39" | 10" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i9-14900HX | Intel i7-12700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 99 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 15.6" | |
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 | 280 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.5/10 | 6.7/10 | |
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 | 8.5/10 | |
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 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
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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Vincent Chang | June 2022
"The Gigabyte Aorus 5 SE4 is a capable mainstream gaming notebook that will run the latest PC games with aplomb. However, it's not your stereotypical flashy gaming PC. Gigabyte has added some interesting tweaks. For example, the webcam placement and its Microsoft Azure AI tool — to automatically switch between power modes — are unusual for this genre. But more importantly, the pricing is fairly competitive and reasonable."
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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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