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Updated March 22, 2024·
If you value upgradeability and repairability, the Framework Laptop stands out due to its modular design that allows you to easily replace components. This can extend the life of your laptop and potentially save you money over time. On the other hand, the Gigabyte Aero 5, typically focused on gaming and creative work, offers robust graphics performance, which is ideal for demanding visual tasks but may sacrifice battery life and portability. Ultimately, if frequent travel and long battery life are less critical than having a machine tailored for high-end graphics tasks, the Aero 5 is a solid choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Framework Laptop 16 (2023)
- Very good for general use
- Very good for software development
- Very good overall build quality
- Good portability
- Best in class speakers
Advantages of the Gigabyte Aero 5
- Good for gaming and AI
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.8
7.9
4.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.3/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The Gigabyte Aero 5 is good for gaming and AI, while the Framework Laptop 16 (2023) is only fair.
The Gigabyte Aero 5 boasts a more powerful GPU and a higher screen refresh rate, enhancing its capacity to handle demanding games and 3D applications smoothly, making it superior for these tasks. While the Framework Laptop 16 offers customization and repairability, its GPU and refresh rate are less advanced, leading to a compromise in gaming and 3D performance compared to the Aero 5.
Engineering and Design
8.1
8.7
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
4.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Gigabyte Aero 5 and Framework Laptop 16 (2023) are both very good for engineering and design, though the Gigabyte Aero 5 is somewhat better.
The Gigabyte Aero 5, with its higher-grade GPU and superior screen quality, suits demanding engineering tasks and creative design work that require intense graphics processing and color accuracy, but it's heavier and bulkier, affecting portability. The Framework Laptop 16 offers competitive CPU and RAM for efficient multitasking in engineering software, while being more portable, but its GPU and screen may not match the Aero 5 for the most graphics-intensive tasks.
Screen Quality
8.4
8.6
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
490.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
446.0 nits
The Framework Laptop 16 has a better screen than the Gigabyte Aero 5 for gaming and AI, and software development, while the Gigabyte Aero 5 has a better screen for general use, and engineering and design.
When considering laptops for general use, the Framework Laptop 16 provides a sharp image and bright display due to its resolution and panel type, while the Gigabyte Aero 5 also has a high-resolution screen that is bright and vivid, enhancing the viewing experience. For engineering and design tasks, both laptops offer screens that cover a wide color spectrum, providing accurate colors that are essential for detailed and color-sensitive work. However, for gaming and 3D tasks both laptops have screens with lower refresh rates, which means they aren't as suitable for fast-paced visuals that benefit from smoother motion and reduced screen tearing.
Battery
9.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The Framework Laptop 16 has 9 hours of battery life. The Gigabyte Aero 5 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
Good
Fair
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
5.0 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The Framework Laptop 16 (2023) has good portability, while the Gigabyte Aero 5 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,699
$1,250
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Framework Laptop 16 (2023) has a price of $1,699 and the Gigabyte Aero 5 costs $1,250.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.0
7.9
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
490.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
446.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
7.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.7/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Framework Laptop 16 (2023) to be very good for general use, while the Gigabyte Aero 5 is good.
The Framework Laptop 16 boasts a high-quality screen, which, along with its efficient CPU and ample RAM, ensures smooth operation for general tasks, and it is designed to be portable with a longer battery life, making it easy to use on the go. The Gigabyte Aero 5, while also having a good screen and sufficient performance capabilities, may offer less portability due to its weight and shorter battery life but could have advantages in storage capacity and a more robust build for handling demanding applications.
Content Creation
8.1
8.2
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The Gigabyte Aero 5 and Framework Laptop 16 (2023) 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
8.0
7.9
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Framework Laptop 16 (2023) to be very good for software development, while the Gigabyte Aero 5 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.
Build Quality
8.0
7.8
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Framework Laptop 16 (2023) to have very good build quality, while the Gigabyte Aero 5 has 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 Framework Laptop 16 (2023) and the Gigabyte Aero 5 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Framework Laptop 16 (2023) | Gigabyte Aero 5 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,699 | $1,250 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | July 1, 2023 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 10.6'' x 0.71'' | 14'' x 10'' x 1.08'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.63 lbs | 5.07 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.04" | 14" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.63" | 10" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS | Intel i7-12700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 7 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 85 Wh | 99 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | OLED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 3840 x 2160 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 490 nits | 446 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.4/10 | 6.7/10 | |
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 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.6/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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Framework Laptop 16 (2023)
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Allen Ngo | January 2024
"The trend towards thinner and lighter laptops is made possible by fusing more and more components onto the mainboard. The main drawback to this approach is that it limits repairability as even a small fault may require replacing entire boards. Framework is one of the only manufacturers looking the other way in an attempt to improve end-user customization and servicing. There's no question that the Laptop 16 is more user-friendly to service than any alternative, but this lucrative feature comes at the cost of size and weight as individual components must be easily replaceable."
Gigabyte Aero 5
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The Tech Revolutionist
Zhi Cheng | May 2022
"It is unfortunate that the Gigabyte AERO notebook series have seem to lost its charm, as it’s not exactly any much different from the AORUS series now. Regardless, content creators and designers will certainly still appreciate the features on the AERO 5 XE4, which are fundamental to their work. This largely revolved around the notebook’s display, which is colour calibrated and validated, high resolution (4K) and with great AMOLED colour representation. Now that the AERO 5 XE4 has improved its performance with the latest CPU and GPU, the professionals can also appreciate the improved productivity from the notebook."
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About Framework
Framework is a new American laptop manufacturer, specializing in modular and repairable laptops with the goals of promoting longevity and reducing electronic waste. They are a strong proponent of the right to repair movement. Framework laptops have replaceable RAM, storage, ports, keyboards, display bezels, mainboards, and more, making them a great choice for repairability-oriented individuals.
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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