If you prioritize high performance for tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, or gaming, the ASUS ROG Strix G17 is a superior choice with a more powerful processor and graphics card, leading to better performance scores in these specific areas. However, it comes at a higher cost and has a heavier build, which may impact portability. On the other hand, the Gigabyte A7, while more affordable and slightly lighter, offers less performance, particularly in GPU-intensive tasks. It also has a lower quality display in terms of color coverage, and the battery capacity is almost half that of the ASUS. If budget and portability are more significant concerns than peak performance, the A7 may suffice for general use and less demanding engineering tasks. Both laptops have a 17.3-inch display, but the Gigabyte A7 has a lower screen resolution which may not be as sharp as the ASUS's higher-resolution display. Furthermore, the ASUS boasts a higher screen refresh rate, which can be beneficial for fast-paced gaming. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G17
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Best in class speakers
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Gigabyte A7
The Gigabyte A7 has no clear advantages over the ASUS ROG Strix G17.
Key differences
General Use
7.9/10
7.3/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
320.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
318.0 nits
3.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.5 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
5.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.0/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 and Gigabyte A7 are both good for general use, though the ASUS ROG Strix G17 is somewhat better.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 boasts a more potent CPU and a higher resolution display, which contribute to a better general use experience, but is heavier and has shorter battery life, which affects portability. The Gigabyte A7, while offering a less powerful CPU and lower screen resolution, compensates with lighter weight and marginally longer battery life, presenting a balance more suited to those who prioritize mobility.
Gaming and AI
8.4/10
7.3/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.3/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 is very good for gaming and AI, while the Gigabyte A7 is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 surpasses the Gigabyte A7 with a higher-end GPU, the RTX 4060, and a greater screen refresh rate of 240Hz, which are very important for gaming and 3D performance, providing smoother visuals and better graphic fidelity.
Engineering and Design
8.8/10
7.6/10
9.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 is very good for engineering and design, while the Gigabyte A7 is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 is preferred for engineering and design due to its superior CPU (AMD Ryzen 9 series), higher GPU (Nvidia RTX 4000 series), and better screen quality with higher resolution and color space coverage. In contrast, while the Gigabyte A7 is also suitable for such tasks, it has a less powerful CPU (AMD Ryzen 7 series), lower tier GPU (Nvidia RTX 3000 series), and its screen offers lower color accuracy and resolution, making it less ideal for high-fidelity visual tasks.
Content Creation
8.3/10
7.3/10
9.8/10
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 Strix G17 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
9.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 and Gigabyte A7 are both good for software development, though the ASUS ROG Strix G17 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
8.4/10
7.3/10
17.3in
SIZE
17.3in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
320.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
318.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 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 Strix G17 offers strong performance with a high-resolution display that is sharp and bright, ideal for daily tasks and precision work in engineering and design, where color accuracy is also crucial for fidelity. However, its lower refresh rate reduces its appeal for gaming and 3D applications, where fluid motion is key. The Gigabyte A7, while still providing good resolution and satisfactory color representation for everyday and professional use, falls behind in the high refresh demands of gaming and 3D content creation.
Battery
3.0 Hours
4.5 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 has 3 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.
Build Quality
7.8/10
7.2/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 and Gigabyte A7 both have good build quality, though the ASUS ROG Strix G17 has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,391
$940
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 has a price of $1,391 and the Gigabyte A7 costs $940.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Gigabyte A7 to have only fair portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G17 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the ASUS ROG Strix G17 and the Gigabyte A7 compare to other laptops
"The Asus ROG Strix G17 is an attractive but unbalanced gaming laptop. Its potent AMD Ryzen 9 processor excels in 1080p gaming, but playing at 1440p leaves the middling GeForce RTX 4060 GPU shouldering most of the burden. The display is exceptionally colorful, which is handy for content creators, but since this is a gaming laptop it would be better served with improved HDR capabilities. If battery life isn't a priority, the Strix G17 could serve as a designer by day and a gamer by night."
"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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