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Updated January 12, 2024·
The ASUS Zenbook 14 offers a more budget-friendly option with portability due to its lighter weight and smaller size, suitable for general use and some business applications. It features a good display and decent battery life. On the other hand, the Gigabyte Aero 16, while more expensive, provides superior performance due to a more powerful processor and graphics card, making it ideal for intensive tasks like 3D work, machine learning, gaming, and engineering. It also has a larger, higher-resolution display but comes with a significant increase in weight, affecting its portability. Ultimately, if cost and portability are key concerns, the Zenbook could be the right pick; however, if your use-case demands high performance and a better display, and you're willing to invest more, the Aero 16 would be the superior choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook 14
- Very good portability
- Good speakers
Advantages of the Gigabyte Aero 16
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good for content creation
Key differences
General Use
7.2
8.0
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
339.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
368.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
8.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.1/10
The Gigabyte Aero 16 is very good for general use, while the ASUS Zenbook 14 is good.
The ASUS Zenbook 14 offers a lower-end CPU and less RAM compared to the Gigabyte Aero 16, which may impact its ability to handle intensive tasks as smoothly. While both display high-quality OLED screens, the Aero 16 has a larger, higher-resolution screen which can provide a better viewing experience but might lead to shorter battery life and less portability due to its increased size and weight.
Gaming and AI
6.1
7.8
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.8/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
90Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.7/10
The Gigabyte Aero 16 is good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Zenbook 14 is only fair.
The ASUS Zenbook 14, with its integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics, is less suited for demanding gaming and 3D tasks compared to the Gigabyte Aero 16, which boasts a more powerful dedicated Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti GPU and superior screen quality. Despite having a higher refresh rate, the Zenbook's GPU and screen resolution are not as capable as those of the Aero 16, making the latter a better choice for users seeking enhanced gaming and 3D performance.
Engineering and Design
7.2
8.6
7.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
3.7/10
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 Zenbook 14 is good.
The Gigabyte Aero 16 outperforms the ASUS Zenbook 14 in engineering and design due to its more powerful CPU, double the RAM, and superior GPU, affording it enhanced processing for demanding tasks; it also boasts a higher resolution screen, ideal for precise designs. However, the Zenbook 14 offers greater portability and nearly the same screen quality at a smaller size, with slightly better battery life, making it a more travel-friendly option yet less capable for intensive workloads.
Content Creation
7.3
8.2
7.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The Gigabyte Aero 16 is very good for content creation, while the ASUS Zenbook 14 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
7.2
7.9
7.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The Gigabyte Aero 16 and ASUS Zenbook 14 are both good for software development, though the Gigabyte Aero 16 is somewhat better.
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
8.3
8.4
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
90Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
339.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
368.0 nits
The Gigabyte Aero 16 has a better screen than the ASUS Zenbook 14 for general use, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The ASUS Zenbook 14 has a strong combination of resolution, brightness, and panel type that makes it pleasant for general tasks like browsing or watching videos, and its coverage of color gamuts suits professionals in engineering and design work who need color accuracy. The Gigabyte Aero 16 enhances the design experience with superior color gamut coverage, making it ideal for precision work required in design and engineering. However, both laptops suffer from low refresh rates, which hinders the fluidity needed for immersive gaming and smooth 3D modeling.
Battery
8.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook 14 has 8 hours of battery life. The Gigabyte Aero 16 has 7 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
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
5.0 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The ASUS Zenbook 14 has very good portability, while the Gigabyte Aero 16 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$300
$1,260
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS Zenbook 14 has a price of $300 and the Gigabyte Aero 16 costs $1,260.
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Build Quality
7.8
7.8
The ASUS Zenbook 14 and Gigabyte Aero 16 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 14 and the Gigabyte Aero 16 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS Zenbook 14 | Gigabyte Aero 16 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$300 | $1,260 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | October 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.4'' x 8.7'' x 0.67'' | 14'' x 9.8'' x 0.88'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.06 lbs | 5.07 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.35" | 14.02" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.69" | 9.78" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1240P | Intel i7-12700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 2048 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 7 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 75 Wh | 99 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | OLED | OLED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2880 x 1800 | 3840 x 2400 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 90Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 339 nits | 368 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.6/10 | 7.1/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.5/10 | 6.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 1 | 0 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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ASUS Zenbook 14
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Florian Glaser | August 2022
"Users who travel frequently and are looking for a portable laptop are in the right place with the Asus ZenBook 14. The sleek case is extremely light (1.2 kg) and surprisingly thin (1.5 cm). Outdoor use is also enjoyable thanks to the bright Full HD display, which is something that can rarely be said about laptops with TN or IPS panels. The excellent battery life complements this as well. Longer trips are no problem with the ZenBook 14. Another plus point is the high-performance Ryzen 7 5700U, which often leaves the Intel competition in the dust thanks to its large number of cores."
Gigabyte Aero 16
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Isaac Rouse | May 2022
"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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