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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is a better choice if you prioritize battery life and higher screen refresh rates, making it well-suited for gaming and general performance tasks. It is slightly more portable than the Gigabyte A7 and offers a higher performance in general and engineering use cases. On the other hand, the Gigabyte A7 has a larger screen size, which may be preferable for immersive gaming and multimedia experiences, but with a shorter battery life, making it less ideal for long-term mobility. Both laptops have similar storage and RAM, are priced in the lower midrange segment, and offer gaming-specific features, but the ASUS may offer a better balance between performance and portability. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming A16
- Good portability
- Very good battery life
Advantages of the Gigabyte A7
- Very good speakers
Key differences
Screen Quality
7.5
7.3
16.0in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
294.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
318.0 nits
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has a better screen than the Gigabyte A7 for gaming and AI, software development, and content creation.
If you prioritize a clear and vivid display for daily tasks or professional engineering and design work, either the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 or the Gigabyte A7 are suitable choices as they both offer good resolution, brightness, and color coverage which are essential for these activities. However, if your main focus is on gaming or 3D modeling, you may find both laptops lacking, due to their lower refresh rates which are critical for a smooth visual experience in fast-paced scenarios. In this case, a laptop with a higher refresh rate would be more appropriate, though it may come at a higher price or with trade-offs in other areas like battery life or portability.
Battery
12.0 Hours
4.5 Hours
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has 12 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
Good
Fair
16.0in
SIZE
17.3in
4.8 lbs
WEIGHT
5.5 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
1.1in
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has good portability, while the Gigabyte A7 has only fair portability.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.6
7.3
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
294.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
318.0 nits
12.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.5 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.0/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 and Gigabyte A7 are both good for general use.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 offers a balanced performance for general use with a solid CPU, ample RAM, and an IPS screen that provides a sharp image and better viewing angles. In comparison, the Gigabyte A7 also offers strong performance with a similar CPU and RAM but provides a larger screen albeit with a lower battery life and less portability, which may affect its suitability for users who need to move around often.
Gaming and AI
7.4
7.3
7.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.3/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 and Gigabyte A7 are both good for gaming and AI.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 stands out with a higher screen refresh rate and a solid GPU for fast-paced gaming and smooth 3D experiences, while the Gigabyte A7 combines a competent GPU with a slightly lower refresh rate but still delivers ample performance for gaming and 3D applications. Both laptops have quality screens and capable CPUs, providing good gaming experiences, although the ASUS may offer a slight edge in fluidity due to its higher refresh rate.
Engineering and Design
7.7
7.6
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
7.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 and Gigabyte A7 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
7.3
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 and Gigabyte A7 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.
Software Development
7.3
7.0
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 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.
Build Quality
7.2
7.2
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 and Gigabyte A7 both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$930
$940
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has a price of $930 and the Gigabyte A7 costs $940.
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How the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 and the Gigabyte A7 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS TUF Gaming A16 | Gigabyte A7 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$930 | $940 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2023 | February 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 9.9'' x 0.97'' | 15.6'' x 10.3'' x 1.19'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.85 lbs | 5.58 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.98" | 15.59" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.92" | 10.31" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS | AMD Ryzen 7 5800H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 12 Hours | 4.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 49 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 294 nits | 318 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7/10 | 6/10 | |
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 | 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 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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ASUS TUF Gaming A16
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Dominic Bayley | May 2023
"The A16 makes an excellent case against more expensive laptops like the Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 and the MSI Katana GF76, especially if you’re into 1080p gaming. However, although its affordable, it doesn’t skimp on performance or a robust chassis. But for me, the biggest factor that sets it apart from these options is its incredible battery life. In my time reviewing laptops, I can’t remember when I last saw a gaming laptop lasted 11 and a half hours on a single charge, which makes the A16, in my book, truly outstanding."
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Mike Wobker | October 2021
"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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