The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 offers better gaming performance and battery life suited for intensive gaming, at a somewhat lower price. In contrast, the Gigabyte Aero 16 shines with a higher-resolution OLED screen and superior color accuracy, making it ideal for professional creative work; however, it is slightly pricier and may not perform as well in high-end gaming due to the less powerful GPU. The Aero 16 is also marginally lighter, with a little better portability and more storage space, but when it comes to raw gaming and engineering tasks, the ASUS has a slight edge. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming F15
Very good for gaming and AI
Advantages of the Gigabyte Aero 16
Very good for general use
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Good battery life
Very good keyboard
Key differences
Content Creation
7.7/10
8.2/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The Gigabyte Aero 16 is very good for content creation, while the ASUS TUF Gaming F15 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
7.3/10
7.9/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The Gigabyte Aero 16 and ASUS TUF Gaming F15 are both good for software development, though the Gigabyte Aero 16 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
6.9/10
8.4/10
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
257.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
368.0 nits
The Gigabyte Aero 16 has a better screen than the ASUS TUF Gaming F15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
When considering laptops for general use, display clarity, detail, and the ability to use it comfortably in various lighting conditions matter, hence the ASUS TUF Gaming F15's fair screen resolution and brightness are suitable, while the Gigabyte Aero 16 stands out with its sharper resolution and higher brightness levels. For engineering and design, accurate color representation is crucial; the Aero 16 shines with its wider color gamut, ensuring precision for professional work, whereas the TUF Gaming F15's narrower color range is adequate but not exceptional for detailed color work. Gamers and 3D designers value fluid motion and crisp images; the TUF Gaming F15 falls short due to its lower refresh rate, while the Aero 16 also doesn’t cater to this need optimally, suggesting neither is ideal for high-end gaming or 3D rendering where smooth visuals are critical.
Battery
5.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 has 5 hours of battery life. The Gigabyte Aero 16 has 7 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
7.2/10
7.8/10
The Gigabyte Aero 16 and ASUS TUF Gaming F15 both have good build quality, though the Gigabyte Aero 16 has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,399
$1,260
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 has a price of $1,399 and the Gigabyte Aero 16 costs $1,260.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Gigabyte Aero 16 to be very good for general use, while the ASUS TUF Gaming F15 is good.
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 offers solid performance with a powerful CPU and ample RAM, making it reliable for general tasks, and its good build and heat management along with a high refresh rate screen enhance the user experience, but with average portability and moderate battery life. In contrast, the Gigabyte Aero 16 stands out with its high-resolution OLED screen that produces vivid colors and higher storage capacity, and while it has a slightly better battery life, its premium screen and larger size affect its portability comparably to the ASUS.
Gaming and AI
8.0/10
7.8/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.7/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS TUF Gaming F15 to be very good for gaming and AI, while the Gigabyte Aero 16 is good.
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 and Gigabyte Aero 16 are both admired for gaming and 3D applications because they have powerful GPUs which are crucial for rendering graphics smoothly and screens with high refresh rates for fluid visual experiences. The ASUS has the durability and cooling systems typical of TUF series, while the Aero 16 stands out with its superior screen quality, which enhances the visual clarity for detailed work, though it may come at a higher cost. For those who prioritize a balance between cost and performance, the ASUS provides a strong gaming experience, whereas the Aero 16 caters to users seeking premium screen quality and graphic detailing, alongside gaming capabilities.
Engineering and Design
8.2/10
8.6/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Gigabyte Aero 16 and ASUS TUF Gaming F15 are both very 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.
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
4.8 lbs
WEIGHT
5.0 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The Gigabyte Aero 16 and ASUS TUF Gaming F15 both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the ASUS TUF Gaming F15 and the Gigabyte Aero 16 compare to other laptops
"Aside from all the chassis updates, the new TUF Gaming is most notable for its much higher TGP target of 140 W compared to only 95 W on the previous generation. PC makers everywhere are using the same GeForce GPUs this year since Nvidia has yet to launch the successor to the mobile RTX 3000 series. The more demanding processors of the new TUF Gaming has directly impacted battery life and the size of the AC adapter. Don't expect runtimes to be longer than on the previous generation under most conditions and be prepared to carry around an even larger AC adapter than before."
"The Gigabyte Aero 16 is a workstation laptop for light gaming. It's design is still muted, with a silver chassis alongside a black keyboard and trackpad that provides some contrast. The Gigabyte Aero’s full-size chiclet-style keyboard is enjoyable to type on thanks to its snappy feel and responsiveness. The 4K+ AMOLED display is good, but it could be better. It doesn’t handle true black very well and suffers from strong reflections and glare. The Gigabyte Aero excels at productivity performance and can keep up with other gaming laptops in 1080p. But it has very few ports and its refresh rate leaves a bit to be desired."
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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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