The Gigabyte A7 offers a solid choice for those looking for a budget-friendly option with decent general performance and the capability for gaming. It features a larger screen but has lower resolution and a lower performance GPU compared to the Lenovo Legion 7i Pro. In contrast, the Lenovo Legion 7i Pro is more expensive but delivers higher performance, especially for 3D work, engineering, and machine learning applications, benefiting from a more powerful processor and GPU. The Legion 7i Pro is also more portable and has better battery life, screen quality, and higher build quality. Consider the Gigabyte A7 if the cost is a major concern and your tasks are not extremely demanding. Opt for the Lenovo Legion 7i Pro if you require top performance and a higher quality display for professional or gaming purposes. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte A7
The Gigabyte A7 has no clear advantages over the Lenovo Legion Pro 7i.
Advantages of the Lenovo Legion Pro 7i
Very good for general use
Excellent for engineering and design
Excellent for gaming and AI
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Best in class speakers
Excellent keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.3/10
8.4/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
318.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
469.0 nits
4.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
6.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.4/10
The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i is very good for general use, while the Gigabyte A7 is good.
The Lenovo Legion 7i Pro outperforms the Gigabyte A7 for general use due to its more powerful CPU, double the RAM for smoother multitasking, a higher resolution and brighter screen for sharper and more vibrant visuals, plus better battery life to last longer on the go, though it is slightly heavier decreasing its portability. While both have quality keyboards and ample storage, the Legion 7i Pro also offers superior speaker quality for a better audio experience and more efficient heat management which can be crucial for sustained performance.
Gaming and AI
7.3/10
9.1/10
7.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i is excellent for gaming and AI, while the Gigabyte A7 is good.
The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i is excellent for gaming and 3D due to its higher-end Nvidia RTX 4080 graphics card and a screen with a higher refresh rate of 240 Hz, whereas the Gigabyte A7, with a Nvidia RTX 3060 and a refresh rate of 144 Hz, is considered good but not at the same level. Additionally, the Lenovo has a superior CPU and screen quality, which further enhances its performance for gaming and 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
7.6/10
9.3/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
7.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i is excellent for engineering and design, while the Gigabyte A7 is good.
The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i outshines the Gigabyte A7 in engineering and design use primarily because it has a more powerful CPU, double the RAM, and a higher-end GPU which are very important for such demanding tasks, along with a superior screen quality that offers greater resolution, brightness, and color accuracy. While the Gigabyte A7 is somewhat lighter, making it more portable, and has a larger screen, the Legion Pro 7i's higher keyboard and speaker quality, coupled with less operating noise, tilt the balance in favor of its overall user experience for professional work.
Content Creation
7.3/10
8.5/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i 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
7.0/10
8.2/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i 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
7.3/10
8.7/10
17.3in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
318.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
469.0 nits
The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i has a better screen than the Gigabyte A7 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The Gigabyte A7's screen offers satisfactory resolution and brightness for everyday tasks, but it falls short in delivering the high refresh rates sought after by gamers and those using 3D applications. The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i steps up with a sharp, bright display that is pleasing for both general use and detailed engineering work, benefiting from high color accuracy; however, it shares the A7's shortfall in refresh rate which is crucial for a smooth gaming and 3D rendering experience. Both laptops are well-suited for productivity and creative professions but may disappoint avid gamers and 3D designers seeking fluid motion graphics.
Build Quality
7.2/10
8.5/10
The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i has very good build quality, while the Gigabyte A7 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$940
$1,950
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Gigabyte A7 has a price of $940 and the Lenovo Legion Pro 7i costs $1,950.
"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."
"Passionate gamers who want to play demanding modern titles with maximum details and don't mind spending the moolah will find the Lenovo Legion 7 Pro to be the right choice. The bright, sharp, and color-accurate 16:10 QHD 240 Hz display makes for an immersive viewing experience. The hardware is housed in a stylish chassis that feels premium and scores well in terms of workmanship and stability. Other aspects such as sound quality, input devices, and connectivity also seem to be near-perfect."
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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.
About Lenovo
Lenovo is a Chinese technology company, and one of the largest personal computer vendor. They are well known for a variety of technology products, including laptops. Their consumer series include their entry level IdeaPad and LOQ series and mid-to-high-end Yoga and Legion series. On the business-oriented side, their series include their entry-level ThinkBook series and mid-to-high-end ThinkPad series. Lenovo laptops offer strong performance for reasonable prices, and are often on sale.
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