The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 generally offers better performance for intensive tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, and engineering, backed by a more powerful processor and graphics unit. This makes it well-suited for gaming and demanding applications. However, it is pricier and has moderate battery life. On the other hand, the Gigabyte A7 is more budget-friendly and has a larger screen but falls short in performance compared to the ASUS. It has a significantly lower battery capacity, impacting its battery life. Both have similar port selections and features like backlit keyboards, but the Gigabyte is slightly heavier and less portable. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good for content creation
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Gigabyte A7
The Gigabyte A7 has no clear advantages over the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15.
Key differences
General Use
7.8/10
7.3/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
283.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
318.0 nits
5.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.5 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
6.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.0/10
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 and Gigabyte A7 are both good for general use, though the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 is somewhat better.
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 is well-suited for general use due to its more powerful Intel i9 processor and long-lasting 90Wh battery, alongside a quality IPS display, making for a capable and visually pleasing experience. Conversely, the Gigabyte A7 offers a larger 17.3-inch display but compromises slightly on battery life with a smaller battery; however, it remains a solid choice for general use with a competent AMD Ryzen 7 processor and ample screen real estate.
Gaming and AI
8.3/10
7.3/10
8.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.3/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
300Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 is very good for gaming and AI, while the Gigabyte A7 is good.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Engineering and Design
8.5/10
7.6/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
8.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 is very good for engineering and design, while the Gigabyte A7 is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 boasts a more powerful Intel i9 CPU and an RTX 3070 Ti GPU, providing very high performance for demanding engineering and design tasks, complemented by a high-quality screen with a fast refresh rate. On the other hand, the Gigabyte A7 with a Ryzen 7 CPU and RTX 3060 GPU is also capable for engineering use but offers a larger screen while compromising slightly on raw power and battery life, making it less portable but still reliable for professional work.
Content Creation
8.0/10
7.3/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 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.
Screen Quality
7.9/10
7.3/10
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
300Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
283.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
318.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 has a better screen than the Gigabyte A7 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, both the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 and the Gigabyte A7 have screens with pleasing resolution and brightness, making documents and media consumption clear and vibrant. For engineering and design, these laptops provide wide color gamuts, ensuring that professionals see accurate colors for precise work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, their lower refresh rates compared to specialized gaming laptops may lead to less fluid visuals, which could detract from fast-paced, immersive experiences.
Battery
5.5 Hours
4.5 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 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
Fair
Fair
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
5.0 lbs
WEIGHT
5.5 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
1.1in
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 and Gigabyte A7 both have only fair portability, though the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8/10
7.2/10
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 and Gigabyte A7 both have good build quality, though the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$2,000
$940
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 has a price of $2,000 and the Gigabyte A7 costs $940.
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 and Gigabyte A7 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.
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How the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 and the Gigabyte A7 compare to other laptops
"Asus continues to refine the ROG Strix Scar lineup with new upgrades. The Asus ROG Strix Scar 15 offers almost everything you would expect from a gaming laptop at this price. The build quality is great, connectivity options are decent, and there is enough scope for internal upgrades as well. Asus reverts to membrane switches for the keyboard — though not as "clickety" as the opto-mechanical ones we saw with last year's model, they still make for a decent typing and gaming experience. The lack of biometrics in any form is a downer."
"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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