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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Gigabyte Aero 16 offers great color accuracy and a high-resolution OLED display which is particularly beneficial for creators and designers who prioritize visual fidelity. However, its high-performance components and screen come at the expense of battery life and it is less suited for activities that benefit from a high refresh rate, like competitive gaming. On the other hand, the Gigabyte Aorus 15X, while slightly heavier, brings more computational power with a faster processor and superior graphics card that appeal to gamers and users who need significant processing strength for tasks like 3D rendering and machine learning. It also features a higher refresh rate screen, which is important for smooth gameplay and fast-paced visual tasks. So, if battery life and screen quality are your priorities, the Aero 16 would be beneficial, but if you need top-notch performance for gaming or intensive computational tasks, you'd want to consider the Aorus 15X. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte Aero 16
- Very good for general use
- Good battery life
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Gigabyte Aorus 15X
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Good speakers
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.8
8.5
7.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.9/10
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
6.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 15X is very good for gaming and AI, while the Gigabyte Aero 16 is good.
The Gigabyte Aero 16's solid performance in gaming and 3D tasks is thanks to its Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti and a high-resolution OLED screen, but its refresh rate is lower, thus less smooth for rapid motion. In contrast, the Gigabyte Aorus 15X surpasses it with a more powerful Nvidia RTX 4070 and a far higher screen refresh rate for extremely fluid visuals, making it very good for fast-paced gaming and rendering.
Screen Quality
8.4
8.2
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
368.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
301.0 nits
The Gigabyte Aero 16 has a better screen than the Gigabyte Aorus 15X for general use, and engineering and design, while the Gigabyte Aorus 15X has a better screen for gaming and AI.
The Gigabyte Aero 16 boasts a high resolution and excellent color accuracy, making it ideal for engineering and design tasks that require precise color representation, while general users will appreciate its sharp display and brightness. However, its lower refresh rate makes it less suitable for gaming and 3D applications that benefit from smoother on-screen motion. The Gigabyte Aorus 15X, while offering very good resolution and brightness for general tasks, has slightly less color accuracy compared to the Aero 16, and its refresh rate is still not high enough for the fast-paced visual requirements of gamers and 3D designers.
Battery
7.0 Hours
5.5 Hours
The Gigabyte Aero 16 has 7 hours of battery life. The Gigabyte Aorus 15X has 5.5 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.
Cost
$1,260
$1,600
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Gigabyte Aero 16 has a price of $1,260 and the Gigabyte Aorus 15X costs $1,600.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.0
7.8
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
368.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
301.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.5 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Gigabyte Aero 16 to be very good for general use, while the Gigabyte Aorus 15X is good.
The Gigabyte Aorus 15X edges out slightly in general use due to its more advanced CPU and higher battery life, offering improved computing power and longer usage time between charges. Although both laptops have ample RAM and high-quality screens, the Aorus 15X's improved portability and heat management also contribute to it being more suited for versatile, everyday tasks, compared to the slightly bulkier and less efficient Aero 16.
Engineering and Design
8.6
8.6
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
7.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Gigabyte Aorus 15X and Gigabyte Aero 16 are both very good for engineering and design.
The Gigabyte Aero 16 features a high-end CPU and GPU combination suitable for demanding engineering and design software, with a standout OLED screen that has excellent color coverage, making it ideal for precision work where screen quality is paramount.
Content Creation
8.2
8.0
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Gigabyte Aero 16 and Gigabyte Aorus 15X 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
7.7
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Gigabyte Aero 16 and Gigabyte Aorus 15X 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
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
5.0 lbs
WEIGHT
5.7 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Gigabyte Aero 16 and Gigabyte Aorus 15X both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8
7.4
The Gigabyte Aero 16 and Gigabyte Aorus 15X 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 Aero 16 and the Gigabyte Aorus 15X compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Gigabyte Aero 16 | Gigabyte Aorus 15X |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,260 | $1,600 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 1, 2022 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 9.8'' x 0.88'' | 14.1'' x 10.8'' x 0.78'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.07 lbs | 5.73 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.02" | 14.1" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.78" | 10.8" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12700H | Intel i9-13900HX | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 2048 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7 Hours | 5.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 99 Wh | 99 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | OLED | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3840 x 2400 | 2560 x 1440 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 240Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 368 nits | 301 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.1/10 | 7/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | 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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Gigabyte Aero 16
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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."
Gigabyte Aorus 15X
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Brandon Hill | February 2023
"The Gigabyte Aorus 15X is a strong showing of Raptor Lake and RTX 4000 series. While the Aorus had trouble keeping up in older games like Grand Theft Auto V, it nudged past the competition in Shadow of the Tomb Raider. It also flexed its next-generation muscle in Far Cry 6 and Borderlands 3. While we were impressed with the overall build quality and design of the Aorus 15X, the keyboard lacked good tactile feedback. The display performed well in real-world testing despite its on-paper shortcoming with brightness, but the speakers are lackluster at best."
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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.
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