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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15, with its midrange price and somewhat less expensive tag, offers a mix of performance and value, being more suitable for gaming due to a better GPU, along with a lighter build for portability. On the other hand, the Gigabyte Aorus 15, while being somewhat more expensive and heavier, has a higher resolution display, potentially better color accuracy, and slightly longer battery life, making it a better fit for tasks like 3D rendering and engineering that may benefit from a superior screen and can justify the extra cost. Assess your priorities like the need for a better gaming experience or a higher quality display and robust build when choosing between the two. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming F15
- Good portability
Advantages of the Gigabyte Aorus 15
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Good battery life
- Very good speakers
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.9
8.0
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
257.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
316.0 nits
The Gigabyte Aorus 15 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 choosing a laptop for general use, the screen's panel type, resolution, and brightness determine how crisp, clear, and comfortable the display is to look at; the Asus TUF Gaming F15 offers good quality that suffices for everyday tasks but isn't exceptional. For professionals in engineering and design, color accuracy is critical, and the Gigabyte Aorus 15's superior color gamuts ensure more precise and vibrant color representation, although it falls short for high-end gaming and 3D applications. For gaming and 3D work, where fast-moving visuals are common, a high refresh rate is essential, and both laptops' screens lack high refresh rates needed for smooth motion rendering, making them less ideal for these uses.
Cost
$1,399
$1,500
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 has a price of $1,399 and the Gigabyte Aorus 15 costs $1,500.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.6
7.9
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
257.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
316.0 nits
5.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.8/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 15 and ASUS TUF Gaming F15 are both good for general use.
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 offers solid performance for general use with its robust CPU and adequate RAM, while maintaining a reasonable balance between portability and battery life. On the other hand, the Gigabyte Aorus 15, with a superior screen quality, excels in graphical tasks and video, but this comes with a tradeoff in slightly lower portability and similar battery life.
Gaming and AI
8.0
8.0
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.3/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 and Gigabyte Aorus 15 are both very good for gaming and AI.
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15, with its robust GPU, provides solid gaming and 3D rendering capabilities, but the Gigabyte Aorus 15, with an even more powerful GPU and a higher screen refresh rate, delivers smoother visuals and better performance for fast-paced games and complex 3D tasks. While both laptops have quality CPUs and good screen quality, the Aorus 15's edge in GPU strength and refresh rate makes it a superior option for those prioritizing gaming and 3D performance.
Engineering and Design
8.2
8.4
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Gigabyte Aorus 15 and ASUS TUF Gaming F15 are both very good for engineering and design.
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 is equipped with a high-performance CPU and GPU, making it suitable for demanding engineering tasks; however, its screen quality is lower than the Gigabyte Aorus 15, which boasts a sharper display with higher resolution and better color coverage, which is beneficial for design work. While both have strong processing and memory capabilities, the Gigabyte Aorus 15 also offers a better overall media experience with higher keyboard and speaker quality ratings, though it's slightly heavier and larger, making it less portable than the ASUS.
Content Creation
7.7
8.0
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Gigabyte Aorus 15 to be 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
7.6
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 15 and ASUS TUF Gaming F15 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.
Battery
5.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 has 5 hours of battery life. The Gigabyte Aorus 15 has 6 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
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
4.8 lbs
WEIGHT
5.2 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
1.0in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS TUF Gaming F15 to have good portability, while the Gigabyte Aorus 15 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.2
7.4
The Gigabyte Aorus 15 and ASUS TUF Gaming F15 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 Gaming F15 and the Gigabyte Aorus 15 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS TUF Gaming F15 | Gigabyte Aorus 15 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,399 | $1,500 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13.9'' x 9.9'' x 0.93'' | 14.2'' x 9.6'' x 1.02'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.85 lbs | 5.29 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.94" | 14.2" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.88" | 9.6" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12700H | Intel i7-12700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 5 Hours | 6 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 | 165Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 257 nits | 316 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.1/10 | 6.8/10 | |
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 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 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 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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ASUS TUF Gaming F15
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Allen Ngo | March 2022
"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."
Gigabyte Aorus 15
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Sascha Mölck | December 2022
"The Gigabyte Aorus 15 is a power-hungry gaming beast. The Aorus 15 is designed to run games at QHD and high to max settings. But it also cuts a good figure in other demanding applications such as video editing and rendering. This is made possible by the Core i7 12700H and GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Laptop inside the machine. A lightning-fast PCIe 4.0 SSD (1 TB) allows for short loading times."
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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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