The Gigabyte A7 is less expensive and offers a larger screen, making it suitable for those who prefer a bigger display for gaming or media consumption but it has shorter battery life. The Lenovo LOQ 15, slightly pricier, provides longer battery life and better portability due to a smaller screen and lighter weight, which could be more convenient for frequent travelers. Both laptops have similar storage, RAM, and high refresh rate displays, but the Lenovo's newer GPU improves performance in 3D applications and machine learning tasks, beneficial for those with engineering needs. The choice between them depends on your balance between price, screen size, portability, battery life, and performance for specific tasks. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte A7
Very good speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo LOQ 15
Good battery life
Very good keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
7.3/10
7.1/10
17.3in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
318.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
329.0 nits
The Gigabyte A7 has a better screen than the Lenovo LOQ 15 for engineering and design, while the Lenovo LOQ 15 has a better screen for content creation, and software development.
For general use, both the Gigabyte A7 and Lenovo LOQ 15 offer displays with suitable resolution and brightness, providing clear images and easy readability, which is essential for everyday tasks like browsing and document editing. In engineering and design, they both cover a wide range of colors, essential for accurately rendering visuals and ensuring that designs are precisely represented. However, for gaming and 3D applications where the fluidity of motion is key, the lower refresh rates of these laptops make them less ideal, as they could lead to less smooth transitions and potentially affect the gaming experience.
Battery
4.5 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Gigabyte A7 has 4.5 hours of battery life. The Lenovo LOQ 15 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
Fair
Fair
17.3in
SIZE
15.6in
5.5 lbs
WEIGHT
5.2 lbs
1.1in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Lenovo LOQ 15 and Gigabyte A7 both have only fair portability, though the Lenovo LOQ 15 has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$940
$1,179
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
The Gigabyte A7 has a price of $940 and the Lenovo LOQ 15 costs $1,179.
The Lenovo LOQ 15 and Gigabyte A7 are both good for general use.
The Gigabyte A7 and Lenovo LOQ 15 both offer powerful CPUs and ample RAM suitable for smooth performance in general use, with high-quality screens that enhance visual experience. While the Gigabyte A7 is less portable and has a shorter battery life, it provides a larger screen that may appeal to those who prioritize display size over mobility; the Lenovo LOQ 15, on the other hand, offers better portability and longer battery life for users who need to use their laptop on the go.
Gaming and AI
7.3/10
7.5/10
7.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The Lenovo LOQ 15 and Gigabyte A7 are both good for gaming and AI.
The Gigabyte A7 and Lenovo LOQ 15 are good for gaming and 3D because they both feature powerful GPUs, with the A7 having an Nvidia RTX 3060 and the LOQ 15 an Nvidia RTX 4050, which are critical for rendering graphics smoothly. Additionally, both laptops have a high screen refresh rate of 144Hz, offering a more fluid visual experience during fast-paced games, and their screen quality is noted as good, with the A7 having a higher sRGB color coverage, providing richer and more accurate colors for an immersive gaming experience.
Engineering and Design
7.6/10
7.9/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
7.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo LOQ 15 and Gigabyte A7 are both good for engineering and design.
The Lenovo LOQ 15 stands out for engineering and design use with its more advanced CPU and GPU, which provide better performance for demanding software, along with a higher battery capacity for extended work sessions, compared to the Gigabyte A7. However, the Gigabyte A7 offers a larger screen, which might be beneficial for design tasks that require a broader view, albeit making it less portable than the sleeker Lenovo LOQ 15.
Content Creation
7.3/10
7.6/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo LOQ 15 and Gigabyte A7 are both 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
7.0/10
7.5/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo LOQ 15 and Gigabyte A7 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.
Build Quality
7.2/10
7.4/10
The Lenovo LOQ 15 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 Gigabyte A7 and the Lenovo LOQ 15 compare to other laptops
"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."
"Even after a short time with the LOQ 15, you'll find it has a lot going for it, but ultimately it's just "good"—not quite a star. The performance is respectable for the hardware it’s running, but Lenovo had to make some design sacrifices to trim the price. One of the better aspects is the keyboard, making it one of the better low-cost gaming laptops to actually put your hands on."
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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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