The ASUS Vivobook Go 14 is a budget-friendly laptop that's lightweight and offers solid performance for everyday tasks like web browsing, office work, and media consumption. It has a decent screen size and battery life for mobile use. On the other hand, the Gigabyte Aero 16 is more expensive yet provides substantially better performance for demanding applications like 3D rendering, machine learning, and engineering software. It also has superior build quality and a high-resolution OLED display which is better for creative work that demands color accuracy and detail. Therefore, if you need top-tier performance and a premium display and can handle a heavier and less portable machine, the Aero 16 is the better option. However, for cost-sensitive users seeking a machine for general use, the Vivobook Go 14 is more suitable. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook Go 14
Very good portability
Advantages of the Gigabyte Aero 16
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
6.2/10
8.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
368.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.1/10
The Gigabyte Aero 16 is very good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 14 has a lower-tier CPU and GPU, less RAM, and a less vibrant screen, affecting its overall performance and visual experience for general use compared to the Gigabyte Aero 16, which boasts a high-end CPU and GPU, more RAM, and an OLED screen with higher brightness and color coverage. Despite its strengths, the Aero 16 is heavier and has a larger form factor, reducing its portability compared to the lighter and more compact Vivobook Go 14, which may make the latter more appealing for users on the go.
Gaming and AI
5.7/10
7.8/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.7/10
The Gigabyte Aero 16 is good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 14 has a less powerful AMD Radeon 610M GPU and a lower screen refresh rate, which makes it unsuitable for gaming and 3D tasks, while the Gigabyte Aero 16 is equipped with a high-end Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti and the same screen refresh rate but with superior OLED screen quality, resulting in a much better gaming and 3D experience.
Engineering and Design
5.9/10
8.6/10
4.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Gigabyte Aero 16 is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 14 has a less powerful processor and lower-end graphics, making it less suitable for demanding engineering and design tasks, whereas the Gigabyte Aero 16 packs a high-performance CPU, substantial RAM, and an advanced GPU providing the capability for intensive applications and superior screen quality for precise visuals.
Content Creation
6.5/10
8.2/10
4.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The Gigabyte Aero 16 is very good for content creation, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 is only fair.
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
6.4/10
7.9/10
4.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The Gigabyte Aero 16 is good for software development, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 is only fair.
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
6.2/10
8.4/10
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
368.0 nits
The Gigabyte Aero 16 has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 14 offers acceptable display characteristics for everyday tasks but lacks higher resolution and brightness that the Gigabyte Aero 16 provides, making the Aero 16 more suitable for enjoying sharp images and better visibility in various lighting conditions. For engineering and design, the Gigabyte Aero 16's superior color accuracy and wider color gamuts enable more precise color work, which is essential for professionals in those fields. When it comes to gaming and 3D applications, the Aero 16’s high resolution and quality panel don't make up for a lower refresh rate, which is critical for smooth motion and gameplay.
Portability
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
5.0 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The ASUS Vivobook Go 14 has very good portability, while the Gigabyte Aero 16 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.5/10
7.8/10
The Gigabyte Aero 16 has good build quality, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$450
$1,260
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS Vivobook Go 14 has a price of $450 and the Gigabyte Aero 16 costs $1,260.
"The lack of a backlit keyboard in this price segment shouldn't sway the buyer the other way. However, it still comes down to user preference. The Vivobook Go 14 is a decent laptop in an extremely competitive price segment. A few omissions are a part of the balancing to reach the price segment. The Asus Vivobook Go 14 is a rare find when it comes to the price to performance ratio."
"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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