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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is better suited for creative professionals who need high screen quality and color accuracy, with its OLED display providing better contrast and color coverage. It also offers more storage and a larger battery capacity, which provides longer unplugged use but is more expensive. On the other hand, the Gigabyte A7, featuring a larger screen size and a higher refresh rate, will be appreciated by those who prefer an immersive gaming experience and a more budget-friendly option. The A7 is also designed to look like a gaming laptop, which might appeal to gaming enthusiasts. However, keep in mind that the A7 has a lower battery life and lacks the portability and premium build quality of the ASUS. Both laptops have similar graphics capabilities and are equipped for demanding tasks like 3D rendering and engineering software. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Good portability
- Good battery life
- Best in class speakers
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Gigabyte A7
- The Gigabyte A7 has no clear advantages over the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X.
Key differences
General Use
8.3
7.3
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
354.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
318.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.5 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is very good for general use, while the Gigabyte A7 is good.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X offers better general use functionality with a high-resolution OLED screen, longer battery life, and lighter weight, making it more portable and comfortable for daily tasks while the Gigabyte A7 has a larger screen size and more available storage and RAM slots for upgradeability but is heavier and has a shorter battery life which makes it less convenient for on-the-go use. While both utilize capable processors and have similar RAM, the superior screen quality and battery life of the ASUS make it very suitable for general use, whereas the Gigabyte’s features make it good but with compromises in portability and battery endurance.
Engineering and Design
8.6
7.6
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
6.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is very good for engineering and design, while the Gigabyte A7 is good.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X outshines the Gigabyte A7 for engineering and design due to its superior OLED screen offering higher resolution and color accuracy, paired with a robust CPU and GPU combination that excels in demanding tasks; the Gigabyte A7, while competent with a similar GPU and decent processor, falls short on screen quality, impacting detailed design work, despite its slight advantage in portability and having a bigger screen. However, both laptops provide ample RAM for engineering applications, but the ASUS's premium build, better keyboard, and quieter operation make it particularly suited for professionals who prioritize visual fidelity and performance over size and portability.
Content Creation
8.5
7.3
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is very good for content creation, while the Gigabyte A7 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
8.2
7.0
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is very good for software development, while the Gigabyte A7 is good.
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
7.3
16.0in
SIZE
17.3in
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
354.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
318.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has a better screen than the Gigabyte A7 for general use, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
When considering the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X and the Gigabyte A7 for general use, the ASUS likely offers a sharper and brighter display with superior panel technology, enhancing the visual experience during tasks like browsing, watching videos, and document editing. For engineering and design, the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X's display likely covers a wider range of colors, matching professional standards like DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB, which is crucial for precise color work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the lower refresh rate on both the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X and the Gigabyte A7 compromises the smoothness of fast-moving visuals, which is less than ideal for action-packed scenes that benefit from quick screen updates.
Battery
7.0 Hours
4.5 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has 7 hours of battery life. The Gigabyte A7 has 4.5 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
Good
Fair
16.0in
SIZE
17.3in
5.2 lbs
WEIGHT
5.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
1.1in
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has good portability, while the Gigabyte A7 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,300
$940
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has a price of $1,300 and the Gigabyte A7 costs $940.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
7.5
7.3
6.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.3/10
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X and Gigabyte A7 are both good for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X offers an OLED display with a high resolution, providing excellent screen quality, but its 60Hz refresh rate may not be as smooth for gaming and 3D applications compared to laptops with higher refresh rates. Conversely, the Gigabyte A7, while having a lower-quality IPS screen, supports a higher refresh rate of 144Hz, offering smoother visuals for gaming, though both feature powerful Nvidia RTX 3060 graphics capable of handling demanding tasks.
Build Quality
7.6
7.2
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X and Gigabyte A7 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 Pro 16X and the Gigabyte A7 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X | Gigabyte A7 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,300 | $940 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 1, 2022 | February 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 9.9'' x 0.7'' | 15.6'' x 10.3'' x 1.19'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.29 lbs | 5.58 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.98" | 15.59" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.88" | 10.31" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12700H | AMD Ryzen 7 5800H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7 Hours | 4.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 96 Wh | 49 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | OLED | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3840 x 2400 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 354 nits | 318 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.6/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.4/10 | 6/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | 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 | 4 | N/A | |
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ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X
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Marc Herter, Alex Wätzel | November 2023
"The new Zenbook Pro 16X is more powerful, quieter and doesn't need to shy away from dedicated workstations and gamers. It is also comparatively compact, and our test device is the best Zenbook that we've reviewed so far. It seems equally suitable for content creators and gamers or anyone looking for a very powerful laptop that is still slim."
Gigabyte A7
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Mike Wobker | October 2021
"In terms of looks, the Gigabyte A7 X1 is certainly not a trendy, slim, and ultra-mobile gaming laptop. But it does what it's supposed to do, namely bringing games smoothly onto the screen, very well. Both the processor and the GeForce RTX 3070 are able to unleash their performance without restrictions thanks to the well-ventilated case. The Gigabyte A7 X1 brings modern games smoothly onto the screen and offers excellent maintenance options."
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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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