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Updated January 10, 2024·
For superior performance in engineering, 3D rendering, and machine learning tasks, consider the Gigabyte Aorus 17G which also features hardware ray tracing and DLSS, making it suitable for intensive gaming. However, it is heavier, less portable, and more expensive. On the other hand, the ASUS Zenbook 13 offers excellent portability, a lower price, and an OLED display for vibrant colors, suitable for general use. Its performance, while adequate for everyday tasks, may not meet the demands of high-end gaming or professional engineering. The Aorus 17G also has a higher battery capacity but due to its more powerful hardware, it won't necessarily translate to longer battery life. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook 13
- Excellent portability
Advantages of the Gigabyte Aorus 17G
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good overall display quality
- Excellent keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.2
7.5
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
300Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.3/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.7/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 17G is good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Zenbook 13 is only fair.
The ASUS Zenbook 13, with its integrated AMD Ryzen Vega 8 graphics and a standard 60Hz OLED screen, offers fair performance for gaming and 3D applications, conducive to casual use. In contrast, the Gigabyte Aorus 17G boasts an Nvidia RTX 3070 GPU and a higher 300Hz refresh rate IPS screen, rendering it good for more demanding gaming and 3D tasks, better suiting enthusiasts or professionals who prioritize graphical performance and smooth visuals.
Engineering and Design
7.1
7.8
5.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Gigabyte Aorus 17G and ASUS Zenbook 13 are both good for engineering and design, though the Gigabyte Aorus 17G is somewhat better.
The ASUS Zenbook 13 offers less RAM and a less powerful integrated GPU, making it fair for engineering and design tasks, while its OLED screen provides high-quality visuals; in contrast, the Gigabyte Aorus 17G includes more RAM and a superior dedicated Nvidia GPU, enhancing its performance for such tasks, though it has a lower screen quality IPS display. Portability is better with the ASUS due to its lighter design and smaller size, but the Gigabyte's larger size and weight are tradeoffs for its increased power and better overall suitability for demanding engineering applications.
Screen Quality
7.8
8.0
13.3in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
300Hz
378.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
282.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook 13 has a better screen than the Gigabyte Aorus 17G for general use, and engineering and design, while the Gigabyte Aorus 17G has a better screen for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Zenbook 13, with its superior panel type, resolution, and brightness, offers a crisp and vibrant display ideal for everyday tasks, as well as for professionals who require accurate color representation for engineering and design work. However, its lack of a high refresh rate affects its performance in fast-paced gaming and 3D applications, where smoother motion is a necessity. On the other hand, the Gigabyte Aorus 17G, while also having a good display for day-to-day use and proficient color reproduction for creative tasks, likewise falls short in gaming and 3D scenarios due to its insufficient refresh rate.
Battery
9.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook 13 has 9 hours of battery life. The Gigabyte Aorus 17G 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
Excellent
Fair
13.3in
SIZE
17.3in
2.5 lbs
WEIGHT
5.9 lbs
0.5in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The ASUS Zenbook 13 has excellent portability, while the Gigabyte Aorus 17G has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$890
$2,329
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The ASUS Zenbook 13 has a price of $890 and the Gigabyte Aorus 17G costs $2,329.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.4
7.5
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
378.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
282.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
9.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.0/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 17G and ASUS Zenbook 13 are both good for general use.
The ASUS Zenbook 13 stands out for general use due to its lightweight and thin design, coupled with a high-quality OLED screen, making it extremely portable and suitable for everyday tasks with a long battery life. In contrast, the Gigabyte Aorus 17G offers better performance with a more powerful CPU and GPU, more RAM, and a screen better suited for gaming with a higher refresh rate, but it's less portable and has shorter battery life, catering more to power-intensive applications and gaming rather than on-the-go usage.
Content Creation
7.6
7.5
5.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Zenbook 13 and Gigabyte Aorus 17G 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
7.2
5.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook 13 and Gigabyte Aorus 17G 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
7.4
7.4
The ASUS Zenbook 13 and Gigabyte Aorus 17G 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 Zenbook 13 and the Gigabyte Aorus 17G compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS Zenbook 13 | Gigabyte Aorus 17G |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$890 | $2,329 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2021 | April 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12'' x 8'' x 0.55'' | 15.9'' x 10.8'' x 1'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.55 lbs | 5.95 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 11.97" | 15.9" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 7.99" | 10.8" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 5700U | Intel i7-11800H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 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 | 9 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 67 Wh | 99 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 13.3" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | OLED | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 300Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 378 nits | 282 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 9.3/10 | 6.1/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8.4/10 | 6.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 9/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.5/10 | |
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 | 1 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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Sebastian Bade | May 2021
"The Asus ZenBook 13 is a compact 13-inch laptop with a fast Ryzen 7 5800U and OLED display. The subnotebook is also light and the modern design is convincing. The selection of high-quality materials make the device not only light, but also very stable. In addition, the visuals and haptics of the device offers a high-quality impression. The AMD Ryzen 7 5800U is a very good fit for the ZenBook 13, ensuring a high performance in the test. However, in terms of the 3D performance, we also notice that the Vega architecture is beginning to hit its limits."
Gigabyte Aorus 17G
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Sascha Mölck | June 2021
"The Aorus 17G isn't among the top RTX 3080 laptops due to its relatively low TGP of 105 watts. The device's gaming performance is average for an RTX 3080. For maximum performance, competitors like the Lenovo Legion 7 or the Alienware m17 R4 are recommended With the Aorus 17G, Gigabyte delivers a well-rounded gaming laptop. However, the device generates a high noise level. Throttling is not an issue. The CPU and GPU can develop their performance uniformly. Nevertheless, the device produces a lot of noise under load - more than many competitors."
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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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