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Updated January 10, 2024·
If performance for 3D rendering, machine learning, or engineering tasks is a high priority and the higher cost is not a concern, the Gigabyte Aorus 17H would be a better choice. However, it is heavier and less portable than the Dell XPS 15. The Dell XPS 15, while less expensive and more portable with a longer battery life, may not handle intensive gaming or high-end creative tasks as well as the Aorus 17H. Both have the same amount of RAM and main processor, but the Aorus 17H has a more powerful graphics card and double the storage, making it more suitable for gaming and resource-heavy applications. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell XPS 15
- Very good for general use
- Very good for software development
- Very good overall build quality
- Good portability
- Very good battery life
- Best in class speakers
- Excellent keyboard
Advantages of the Gigabyte Aorus 17H
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Very good overall display quality
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.8
8.7
4.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.6/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
9.1/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 17H is very good for gaming and AI, while the Dell XPS 15 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.
Software Development
8.1
7.5
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Dell XPS 15 is very good for software development, while the Gigabyte Aorus 17H 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
7.4
8.3
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
606.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
351.0 nits
The Dell XPS 15 has a better screen than the Gigabyte Aorus 17H for software development, and content creation, while the Gigabyte Aorus 17H has a better screen for general use, and gaming and AI.
The Dell XPS 15 provides a balanced display with adequate resolution and brightness which makes it pleasant for everyday tasks and suitable for professionals who focus on clarity and detail. However, its screen's lower refresh rate might not be ideal for gaming or 3D applications, where smoother motion is critical. The Gigabyte Aorus 17H stands out for its larger screen and good color reproduction, valuable for engineering and design tasks that require precise colors, but like the XPS 15, falls short in gaming due to a less optimal refresh rate.
Battery
10.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Dell XPS 15 has 10 hours of battery life. The Gigabyte Aorus 17H 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
Good
Poor
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
4.2 lbs
WEIGHT
5.9 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
1.1in
The Dell XPS 15 has good portability, while the Gigabyte Aorus 17H has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5
7.4
The Dell XPS 15 has very good build quality, while the Gigabyte Aorus 17H has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,000
$2,200
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The Dell XPS 15 has a price of $1,000 and the Gigabyte Aorus 17H costs $2,200.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.2
7.9
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
606.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
351.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
5.9/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell XPS 15 to be very good for general use, while the Gigabyte Aorus 17H is good.
The Dell XPS 15 excels in general use due to its superior portability, longer battery life, high screen brightness, and excellent keyboard quality, making it ideal for everyday tasks that require frequent mobility and use in various lighting conditions. However, the Gigabyte Aorus 17H, while less portable and having a shorter battery life, offers more storage, a very good quality screen with a higher refresh rate, and better speakers, making it a solid choice if you prioritize gaming or multimedia consumption and can accommodate a heavier machine with more frequent charging.
Engineering and Design
8.1
8.6
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
4.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Gigabyte Aorus 17H and Dell XPS 15 are both very good for engineering and design.
The Dell XPS 15 offers solid performance for engineering tasks with a capable CPU and dedicated GPU while boasting a high-quality, bright display that's beneficial for design work and longer battery life for better portability. Meanwhile, the Gigabyte Aorus 17H excels with a more powerful GPU suitable for the most demanding engineering workloads and a high-refresh-rate screen, but it is heavier and bulkier, with a shorter battery life, reducing its portability.
Content Creation
8.3
8.0
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell XPS 15 and Gigabyte Aorus 17H 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.
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How the Dell XPS 15 and the Gigabyte Aorus 17H compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell XPS 15 | Gigabyte Aorus 17H |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,000 | $2,200 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | January 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13.6'' x 9.1'' x 0.71'' | 15.7'' x 10.2'' x 1.18'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.21 lbs | 5.95 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.57" | 15.7" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.06" | 10.16" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13700H | Intel i7-13700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 10 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 86 Wh | 99 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 360Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 606 nits | 351 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.8/10 | 5.9/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 9.1/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 10/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 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 | 0 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 3 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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Dell XPS 15
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Matthew Buzzi | May 2023
"The 2023 Dell XPS 15 is more or less exactly what you'd expect from the company flagship. Its fresh components deliver measurably superior power and longevity, while the machine's premium build and design remain intact. It may not be overly exciting, but XPS loyalists and upgraders should be more than happy."
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eTeknix
Peter Donnell | February 2023
"Overall though, it’s *lots of swearing* fast, seriously. For work, rendering, gaming, it doesn’t matter, this is a true weapon of performance that’s going to run rings around most high-end desktop systems. If you absolutely have to game at ultra-high refresh rates on the go (but within thinking distance of a plug socket), this is the ticket. I can’t see such an extreme being that appealing to everyone, but if you take your gaming seriously, or even professionally, there’s nothing else out there that comes close that you can still fit in your backpack and travel with."
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About Dell
Dell is a highly recognizable American technology company, and is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. Their laptops are very popular for both personal and professional use, and they also own the Alienware brand which makes mid to high end gaming laptops. Their premium XPS range of laptops offer great build quality and portability, while Latitude and Precision laptops are known for reliability, repairability and performance for business users.
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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