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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 offers better battery life and performance for engineering tasks, gaming, and general use, which justifies it being somewhat more expensive than the Gigabyte G5. However, the Gigabyte G5, while less expensive, provides slightly superior keyboard quality and speaker quality but falls short in battery life, making it less suitable for long hours of use without a power source. Both have similar portability, though the ASUS is a bit heavier. If long battery life and better performance for demanding tasks are important to you, and you're okay with spending more, choose the ASUS TUF Dash 15. If you prioritize saving money and having a slightly better typing and audio experience, the Gigabyte G5 might be the better choice, but be prepared for shorter battery life. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS TUF Dash 15
- Good for software development
- Good overall display quality
- Good battery life
Advantages of the Gigabyte G5
- Very good speakers
Key differences
Software Development
7.4
6.8
8.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 is good for software development, while the Gigabyte G5 is only fair.
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
7.0
6.8
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
272.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
248.0 nits
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 has a better screen than the Gigabyte G5 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, the ASUS TUF Dash 15 offers a pleasing visual experience with its clear resolution and satisfactory brightness, making it comfortable for everyday tasks like browsing and watching videos. Engineers and designers might appreciate the ASUS laptop's decent coverage of color gamuts ensuring better color accuracy for their projects. However, when it comes to 3D and gaming, the ASUS falls short due to a lower refresh rate, which is less optimal for the fluid motion graphics these activities demand.
Battery
9.0 Hours
3.5 Hours
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 has 9 hours of battery life. The Gigabyte G5 has 3.5 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
$1,150
$868
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 has a price of $1,150 and the Gigabyte G5 costs $868.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.6
7.1
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
272.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
248.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
3.5 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.3/10
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 and Gigabyte G5 are both good for general use.
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 offers better general use mainly due to its higher performance CPU and more RAM, which provide quicker response times and smoother multitasking, coupled with a larger battery capacity for longer use between charges. In contrast, the Gigabyte G5 falls a bit short with a less powerful CPU and less RAM, which might be less adept at handling multiple applications simultaneously, and its smaller battery leads to shorter usage times, although it is slightly lighter for portability.
Gaming and AI
7.4
7.3
7.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 and Gigabyte G5 are both good for gaming and AI.
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 is equipped with an Nvidia RTX 3060 GPU and a screen capable of 144Hz refresh rates, making it highly suitable for gaming and 3D applications, supported by a capable CPU and quality display. Similarly, the Gigabyte G5 also offers strong gaming and 3D performance with an even more powerful Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU and the same refreshing screen, though it has a less powerful CPU and slightly lower screen quality.
Engineering and Design
7.8
7.6
8.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
7.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 and Gigabyte G5 are both good for engineering and design.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Content Creation
7.6
7.2
8.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 and Gigabyte G5 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.
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
4.4 lbs
WEIGHT
4.1 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 and Gigabyte G5 both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4
7.2
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 and Gigabyte G5 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 TUF Dash 15 and the Gigabyte G5 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS TUF Dash 15 | Gigabyte G5 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,150 | $868 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13.9'' x 9.9'' x 0.81'' | 14.2'' x 9.4'' x 0.89'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.41 lbs | 4.19 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.94" | 14.2" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.88" | 9.4" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12650H | Intel i5-12500H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 1 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 3.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 76 Wh | 54 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 272 nits | 248 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.4/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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ASUS TUF Dash 15
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Sascha Mölck | July 2022
"The Asus TUF Dash F15 FX517ZR is a laptop with mobile RTX 3070 and acceptable battery life. The Asus TUF Dash F15 was made for high-performance applications like video editing, rendering, and gaming. The laptop can manage the latter in QHD resolution and at high to maximum settings. However, the focus isn't on maximum performance, but instead, it's about a compromise between performance and portability."
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Vaidyanathan Subramaniam | April 2023
"The Gigabyte G5 KE is a midrange gaming laptop that checks most boxes. Gigabyte makes good use of the Core i5-12500H and RTX 3060 Laptop GPU combo, and we find no untoward issues with overall performance. The dual-fan quad-heatpipe cooling arrangement does well to ensure that the underlying hardware doesn't throttle under load. That being said, the display is below par when compared to 2023 standards, especially when competing devices."
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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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