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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS Vivobook 16X is generally more affordable and offers a balance for everyday use and moderate performance needs, making it suitable for tasks like web browsing, office work, and media consumption. Its larger screen is also a plus for those who prefer more workspace or larger visuals. On the other hand, the Gigabyte Aorus 7 is geared towards gaming and high-performance tasks due to its powerful hardware, which might include better graphics and faster processors. This makes it ideal for gaming, 3D rendering, and intensive engineering software. However, it is typically heavier and might have a shorter battery life compared to more casual-use laptops like the Vivobook, and also tends to be more expensive. Therefore, if portability and cost are your major concerns, and your computing needs are relatively light, the Vivobook 16X would be a good pick. If you're looking for a machine that can handle demanding applications and gaming, and you're willing to invest more, the Aorus 7 could be the better option despite its bulk and potentially shorter time away from the power outlet. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 16X
- Good portability
- Best in class speakers
Advantages of the Gigabyte Aorus 7
- Very good overall display quality
- Good battery life
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
7.3
8.3
16.0in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
300.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
351.0 nits
The Gigabyte Aorus 7 has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook 16X for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The ASUS Vivobook 16X offers a good balance of resolution and brightness, making it suitable for everyday tasks and suitable for engineering and design with decent color coverage, but its lower refresh rate limits its appeal for gaming and 3D applications. The Gigabyte Aorus 7 has a brighter and sharper display for crisp visuals in general use, plus respectable color accuracy that benefits engineering and design work. However, like the ASUS, its refresh rate is not high enough for the smooth visuals demanded by high-end gaming and 3D software, which rely heavily on fluid motion.
Portability
Good
Fair
16.0in
SIZE
17.3in
4.2 lbs
WEIGHT
5.9 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The ASUS Vivobook 16X has good portability, while the Gigabyte Aorus 7 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,080
$1,190
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
The ASUS Vivobook 16X has a price of $1,080 and the Gigabyte Aorus 7 costs $1,190.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.6
7.6
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
300.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
351.0 nits
5.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.2/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 7 and ASUS Vivobook 16X are both good for general use.
The ASUS Vivobook 16X is well-suited for general use with its strong CPU performance, ample RAM for multitasking, quality IPS screen, manageable weight for portability, and decent battery life, making it a balanced choice for everyday tasks. The Gigabyte Aorus 7 also serves general use effectively with similar RAM and CPU capabilities, a larger screen with a high refresh rate, and superior battery capacity, but it is less portable due to its larger size and heavier weight. Both laptops have sufficient storage, quality keyboards, good speakers, and manage heat and operating noise fairly well, contributing to their versatility for various tasks.
Gaming and AI
7.7
7.8
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.1/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 7 and ASUS Vivobook 16X are both good for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Vivobook 16X and Gigabyte Aorus 7 both have powerful Nvidia RTX 4060 GPUs, which are excellent for gaming and 3D applications; however, the Gigabyte Aorus 7 has a much higher screen refresh rate, which is particularly beneficial for fast-paced games. While the ASUS Vivobook 16X has a better CPU and screen quality, the Gigabyte Aorus 7 shines with its refresh rate and larger screen size, making it a great fit for those prioritizing fluid gameplay.
Engineering and Design
8.2
8.1
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS Vivobook 16X and Gigabyte Aorus 7 are both very good for engineering and design.
The ASUS Vivobook 16X is well-suited for engineering and design due to its high-performance Intel i7 processor, ample RAM, robust Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU, and quality IPS display with a resolution favoring more vertical space ideal for coding or design work.
Content Creation
7.7
7.6
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Vivobook 16X and Gigabyte Aorus 7 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
7.4
7.4
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS Vivobook 16X and Gigabyte Aorus 7 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 Vivobook 16X has 5 hours of battery life. The Gigabyte Aorus 7 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.
Build Quality
7.0
7.4
The Gigabyte Aorus 7 and ASUS Vivobook 16X 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 Vivobook 16X and the Gigabyte Aorus 7 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS Vivobook 16X | Gigabyte Aorus 7 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,080 | $1,190 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | March 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.8'' x 0.74'' | 15.7'' x 10'' x 1.02'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.25 lbs | 5.95 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.12" | 15.7" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.81" | 10" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13700H | Intel i5-12500H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 5 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 70 Wh | 99 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 | 120Hz | 360Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 300 nits | 351 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.5/10 | 6.2/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | 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 | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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ASUS Vivobook 16X
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Kok Kee | February 2023
"I think the ASUS Vivobook 16X is fantastic. Great performance, decent battery life, good keyboard and trackpad, and a massive screen – just that the screen quality itself is kinda subpar. If you’re okay with the screen, then I think this is an okay laptop. However, I’d like to see a price drop."
Gigabyte Aorus 7
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Matt Hanson | July 2020
"The Gigabyte Aorus 7 is a gaming laptop that is pitched at perhaps the hardest market to get right: the mid-range. So, unlike high-end gaming laptops that can throw the latest and greatest components together in a bid to attract gamers with plenty of money to spend, or budget gaming laptops that can make wise cuts that are justified as long as the price is low enough, mid-rangers like the Gigabyte Aorus 7 have to balance the two."
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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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