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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS Zenbook 13 is less expensive, more portable, and has longer battery life, making it well-suited for general use and traveling. Its OLED screen offers excellent color coverage, which is great for photo editing and multimedia consumption. However, it has a less powerful processor and graphics unit compared to the Gigabyte Aorus 7, which means it's less suitable for intensive gaming, 3D rendering, or engineering tasks. The Gigabyte Aorus 7, while more expensive and less portable due to its larger screen and heavier weight, is better equipped for demanding tasks with a high-performance CPU and a dedicated Nvidia GPU. It also has more RAM for multitasking and a high screen refresh rate beneficial for fast-paced gaming. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook 13
- Excellent portability
Advantages of the Gigabyte Aorus 7
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.2
7.8
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.3/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 7 is good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Zenbook 13 is only fair.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Engineering and Design
7.1
8.1
5.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.1/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Gigabyte Aorus 7 is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Zenbook 13 is good.
The ASUS Zenbook 13 has decent specifications for engineering and design tasks, with an AMD Ryzen 7 CPU and Vega 8 GPU, alongside an OLED screen with excellent color coverage, but might be limited by its lower RAM capacity compared to the Gigabyte Aorus 7, which has a more powerful Intel i5 CPU, higher RAM, and an Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU suitable for more demanding tasks. Despite the ASUS Zenbook's advantage in portability and screen quality, the Gigabyte Aorus 7's superior performance and larger screen size make it better suited to intensive engineering and design work.
Screen Quality
7.8
8.3
13.3in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
378.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
351.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook 13 has a better screen than the Gigabyte Aorus 7 for general use, and engineering and design, while the Gigabyte Aorus 7 has a better screen for gaming and AI.
For general use, the ASUS Zenbook 13's superior resolution and brightness offer a crisp and vibrant viewing experience, making text and images clear and pleasant to look at, which is valued in everyday tasks. When it comes to engineering and design, this laptop's wider color gamuts ensure more accurate color representation, vital for detail-oriented creative work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the Zenbook's lower refresh rate may result in less fluid motion, while the Gigabyte Aorus 7, though it may have a slightly less impressive color range and brightness for general usage, still exceeds the demands of standard laptop use but falls short in providing the high refresh rate preferred for smooth, fast-paced gaming and 3D rendering.
Battery
9.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook 13 has 9 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.
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 7 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$890
$1,190
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
The ASUS Zenbook 13 has a price of $890 and the Gigabyte Aorus 7 costs $1,190.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.4
7.6
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
378.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
351.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
9.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.2/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 7 and ASUS Zenbook 13 are both good for general use.
The ASUS Zenbook 13 is great for general use thanks to its lightweight design, excellent portability, and strong battery life, making it easy to carry and use on-the-go without frequently searching for power outlets. The Gigabyte Aorus 7, while offering more RAM and a high-performance CPU suitable for demanding tasks, is heavier with shorter battery life, thus less ideal for constant mobility but excellent for users who need more power and a larger screen for work or entertainment.
Content Creation
7.6
7.6
5.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Gigabyte Aorus 7 and ASUS Zenbook 13 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
7.4
5.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 7 and ASUS Zenbook 13 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 7 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 7 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS Zenbook 13 | Gigabyte Aorus 7 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$890 | $1,190 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2021 | March 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12'' x 8'' x 0.55'' | 15.7'' x 10'' x 1.02'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.55 lbs | 5.95 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 11.97" | 15.7" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 7.99" | 10" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 5700U | Intel i5-12500H | |
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 | 360Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 378 nits | 351 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 9.3/10 | 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 | 8.4/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
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 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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ASUS Zenbook 13
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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."
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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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