If high-quality display and a lighter build are important for general use, the ASUS Zenbook 14X with its OLED screen would be a great choice. However, for gaming or tasks requiring more graphical power like 3D rendering or machine learning, the Gigabyte G5 with its stronger GPU is the better option although it offers less vibrant colors and a lower resolution. The Zenbook is also more portable and offers longer battery life, but has a lower performance ceiling for engineering tasks compared to the G5. Both laptops are similarly priced, so consider what tasks you’ll perform most when making your decision. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook 14X
Good for software development
Very good overall display quality
Very good portability
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Gigabyte G5
Good for gaming and AI
Very good speakers
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.5/10
7.3/10
3.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.5/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
90Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Gigabyte G5 is good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Zenbook 14X is only fair.
The ASUS Zenbook 14X, equipped with the less powerful Nvidia MX550 graphics card and a lower 90Hz screen refresh rate, is fair for gaming and 3D applications, whereas the Gigabyte G5 boasts a more capable Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU and a higher 144Hz refresh rate, making it better suited for those purposes. The Zenbook's screen offers higher resolution and quality which may benefit general use and professional tasks, but the Gigabyte's specifications provide a superior gaming experience with smoother visuals and better graphical performance.
Software Development
7.4/10
6.8/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS Zenbook 14X is good for software development, while the Gigabyte G5 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
8.3/10
6.8/10
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
90Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
339.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
248.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook 14X has a better screen than the Gigabyte G5 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, the ASUS Zenbook 14X offers a high-resolution display that is likely to be brighter and sharper, enhancing visibility and readability. Engineering and design tasks benefit greatly from the Zenbook's superior color accuracy, with wider color gamuts making it ideal for professionals who require precise color representation. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the Gigabyte G5, despite its fair screen quality, may be more suitable due to a higher refresh rate that allows for smoother motion and better gaming experience.
Battery
5.5 Hours
3.5 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook 14X has 5.5 hours of battery life. The Gigabyte G5 has 3.5 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
15.6in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
4.1 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The ASUS Zenbook 14X has very good portability, while the Gigabyte G5 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8/10
7.2/10
The ASUS Zenbook 14X and Gigabyte G5 both have good build quality, though the ASUS Zenbook 14X has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$777
$868
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The ASUS Zenbook 14X has a price of $777 and the Gigabyte G5 costs $868.
The ASUS Zenbook 14X and Gigabyte G5 are both good for general use.
The ASUS Zenbook 14X offers a higher-end CPU, more RAM, and superior screen quality, with OLED and a higher resolution, making it more suitable for tasks that benefit from these features such as multitasking and viewing high-quality media, combined with better portability due to its lighter weight and smaller size. Conversely, the Gigabyte G5, while having a powerful GPU that's great for gaming, comes with a lower-tier CPU, less RAM, and an IPS screen with standard resolution, which is less ideal for tasks requiring a lot of processing power or color-accurate work; additionally, it has a shorter battery life and is heavier, which might be less convenient for on-the-go usage.
Engineering and Design
7.7/10
7.6/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
3.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook 14X and Gigabyte G5 are both good for engineering and design.
The ASUS Zenbook 14X is well-suited for engineering and design thanks to its high-quality OLED screen, powerful i7 processor, and ample RAM, which enhance detailed design work and efficient multitasking, though it has a less powerful MX550 GPU. In contrast, the Gigabyte G5, with a robust RTX 4060 GPU and good CPU, excels in tasks requiring significant graphics processing power, despite having a lower screen resolution and half the RAM, which may impact complex design tasks.
Content Creation
7.6/10
7.2/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Zenbook 14X and Gigabyte G5 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.
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How the ASUS Zenbook 14X and the Gigabyte G5 compare to other laptops
"With the Zenbook 14X, Asus has a 14-incher in its range that is - mostly - a joy to use. First, there is the colorful OLED panel with 3K resolution that displays the sRGB and DCI-P3 color spaces. The Zenbook is also at the forefront in terms of workmanship, input devices and connections with 2x Thunderbolt 4 ports and a generous keyboard layout. A pleasure to use, the Zenbook 14X is a solid, very well-built subnotebook that sits well on the table. A runtime of five hours, however, is below average for a high-end subnotebook nowadays. The OLED screensaver causes increased power consumption when in idle mode."
"The Gigabyte G5 KE is a midrange gaming laptop that checks most boxes. Gigabyte makes good use of the Core i5-12500H and RTX 3060 Laptop GPU combo, and we find no untoward issues with overall performance. The dual-fan quad-heatpipe cooling arrangement does well to ensure that the underlying hardware doesn't throttle under load. That being said, the display is below par when compared to 2023 standards, especially when competing devices."
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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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