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Updated January 10, 2024·
Choosing between the ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 and the Gigabyte Aero 16 depends on your needs and preferences. If a larger screen, superior battery life, and a tad more power for engineering tasks are important to you, and you don't mind a slightly heavier and bulkier laptop with a less vibrant screen, the ASUS could be a great choice. On the other hand, the Gigabyte offers a smaller, but more striking OLED screen with higher resolution and better color accuracy, making it ideal for creative professionals who prioritize display quality and a more compact form factor. The Gigabyte also has more storage but less RAM compared to the ASUS, so if storage is a priority over multitasking ability, it might suit you better. Keep in mind, the Gigabyte's shorter battery life might require more frequent charging. Both are suitable for gaming and offer high build quality, ample ports, and updated operating systems. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Pro 17
- Very good speakers
Advantages of the Gigabyte Aero 16
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.9
7.8
5.1/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.7/10
The Gigabyte Aero 16 is good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 is only fair.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17, equipped with an Nvidia RTX 3050 GPU, is suitable for gaming and 3D applications, but the Gigabyte Aero 16, sporting a more powerful Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti GPU, will offer better performance in those tasks; both have similar refresh rates but the Aero 16 provides superior screen resolution and color accuracy, making it a better pick for high-fidelity visuals.
Engineering and Design
8.1
8.6
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
5.1/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.8/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Gigabyte Aero 16 and ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 are both very good for engineering and design, though the Gigabyte Aero 16 is somewhat better.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Screen Quality
7.2
8.4
17.3in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
400.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
368.0 nits
The Gigabyte Aero 16 has a better screen than the ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17, with its high resolution and brightness, offers a sharp and vivid display suitable for everyday tasks, while its color coverage satisfies most engineering and design needs. The Gigabyte Aero 16 elevates this with even better color accuracy, crucial for professional design work, ensuring that colors are true to life and consistent across various platforms. However, both laptops fall short for gaming and 3D applications due to lower refresh rates, which are key for smooth motion and a responsive experience in fast-paced visual environments.
Battery
9.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 has 9 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.
Build Quality
7.2
7.8
The Gigabyte Aero 16 and ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 both have good build quality, though the Gigabyte Aero 16 has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,500
$1,260
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 has a price of $1,500 and the Gigabyte Aero 16 costs $1,260.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.3
8.0
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
400.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
368.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
7.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.1/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 and Gigabyte Aero 16 are both very good for general use.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 offers a larger screen and long battery life, making it ideal for extended general use, while being slightly less portable due to its larger size. The Gigabyte Aero 16 boasts a higher screen resolution and quality with an OLED display and higher color coverage, catered towards users who prioritize visual fidelity, though it compromises slightly on battery life and portability due to its advanced screen tech.
Content Creation
8.2
8.2
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The Gigabyte Aero 16 and ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 are both very 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
7.9
7.9
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The Gigabyte Aero 16 and ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 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.
Portability
Good
Good
17.3in
SIZE
16.0in
5.1 lbs
WEIGHT
5.0 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 and Gigabyte Aero 16 both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 | Gigabyte Aero 16 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,500 | $1,260 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | June 1, 2022 | October 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.6'' x 10.2'' x 0.74'' | 14'' x 9.8'' x 0.88'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.18 lbs | 5.07 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.55" | 14.02" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.18" | 9.78" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX | Intel i7-12700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 32 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 2048 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 7 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 76 Wh | 99 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 17.3" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | OLED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 3840 x 2400 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 400 nits | 368 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.1/10 | 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 | 7.5/10 | 6.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 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 | N/A | 4 | |
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Tom's Hardware
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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