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For intensive tasks like gaming or engineering, the Gigabyte Aorus 15X offers a slightly higher-resolution display and higher refresh rate, which translates to sharper images and smoother motion in fast-paced scenarios. However, the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 may have slightly better battery efficiency but it compensates with a lower-resolution display. Regarding portability, the ASUS is lighter, which could make it more comfortable to carry around. Both laptops feature powerful processors and graphics, so performance should be comparable for most tasks. If you value a high-resolution screen and a higher refresh rate, the Aorus 15X is the better choice. If portability and a touch better battery life are your priorities, consider the ASUS TUF Gaming A15. Both run Windows 11 Home and have similar storage capacity and memory, so they should perform similarly in general use. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming A15
- Very good battery life
Advantages of the Gigabyte Aorus 15X
- Very good overall display quality
- Good speakers
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.0
8.5
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
6.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 15X and ASUS TUF Gaming A15 are both very good for gaming and AI, though the Gigabyte Aorus 15X is somewhat better.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 and the Gigabyte Aorus 15X both feature the Nvidia RTX 4070 GPU, which delivers a solid gaming and 3D performance, but the Gigabyte Aorus 15X has a higher screen refresh rate, offering smoother visuals during fast-paced scenes. While the ASUS model has a respectable refresh rate, the Aorus 15X's superior rate makes it more viable for highly competitive gaming and any use where ultra-smooth motion is a priority.
Screen Quality
7.2
8.2
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
271.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
301.0 nits
The Gigabyte Aorus 15X has a better screen than the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
For general use, the ASUS TUF Gaming A15's screen is likely preferred due to its satisfactory resolution and brightness which enhance readability and viewing comfort. For engineering and design tasks, both laptops offer acceptable color accuracy crucial for precise visual work, although neither might be the top in their class in covering professional color spaces. In contrast, their lower refresh rates hamper their suitability for 3D tasks and gaming, where smoother visuals are key to an immersive experience.
Battery
11.0 Hours
5.5 Hours
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 has 11 hours of battery life. The Gigabyte Aorus 15X has 5.5 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.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.9
7.8
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
271.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
301.0 nits
11.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.5 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 and Gigabyte Aorus 15X are both good for general use.
PerfectRec’s General Use Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for general productivity, web browsing, streaming, video calls, and running a wide variety of apps and programs.
Engineering and Design
8.2
8.6
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Gigabyte Aorus 15X and ASUS TUF Gaming A15 are both very good for engineering and design.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 and Gigabyte Aorus 15X are well-suited for engineering and design due to their robust CPU and GPU configurations, sufficient RAM, and high-quality IPS screens; the A15 offers a good balance of performance with its AMD Ryzen 7 processor, while the Aorus 15X has a higher resolution screen paired with an Intel i9 processor, which might be more appealing for design tasks that require more detailed visuals. However, the Aorus 15X is slightly heavier and has a premium build which, despite increasing its overall weight, contributes to a more upscale feel and potentially better durability, a tradeoff to consider if you prefer a lighter device or one that feels sturdier.
Content Creation
8.0
8.0
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Gigabyte Aorus 15X and ASUS TUF Gaming A15 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
7.6
7.7
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 15X and ASUS TUF Gaming A15 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.
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
4.8 lbs
WEIGHT
5.7 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 and Gigabyte Aorus 15X both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.2
7.4
The Gigabyte Aorus 15X and ASUS TUF Gaming A15 both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,603
$1,600
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 has a price of $1,603 and the Gigabyte Aorus 15X costs $1,600.
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How the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 and the Gigabyte Aorus 15X compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS TUF Gaming A15 | Gigabyte Aorus 15X |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,603 | $1,600 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13.9'' x 9.9'' x 0.93'' | 14.1'' x 10.8'' x 0.78'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.85 lbs | 5.73 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.94" | 14.1" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.88" | 10.8" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7940HS | Intel i9-13900HX | |
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 | 11 Hours | 5.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 99 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2560 x 1440 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 240Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 271 nits | 301 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.1/10 | 7/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
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 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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ASUS TUF Gaming A15
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Andreas Osthoff | June 2023
"With the release of the TUF Gaming A15, Asos have concentrated on the essentials: gaming performance. Our base version, which can be had for around $1,169, already provided enough power to play current games smoothly in a native resolution of 1080p and with maximum details - thanks to its new Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050 Laptop. If you utilize upscaling, then you can even manage to run ray tracing."
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Brandon Hill | February 2023
"The Gigabyte Aorus 15X is a strong showing of Raptor Lake and RTX 4000 series. While the Aorus had trouble keeping up in older games like Grand Theft Auto V, it nudged past the competition in Shadow of the Tomb Raider. It also flexed its next-generation muscle in Far Cry 6 and Borderlands 3. While we were impressed with the overall build quality and design of the Aorus 15X, the keyboard lacked good tactile feedback. The display performed well in real-world testing despite its on-paper shortcoming with brightness, but the speakers are lackluster at best."
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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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