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Updated March 22, 2024·
If you need high performance for tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, or gaming, the Gigabyte Aero 16 offers superior graphics capabilities, but its battery life may be shorter and it is less portable than the Lenovo ThinkPad T14. The ThinkPad T14, on the other hand, is more suitable for general business use, offers great durability, and its keyboard is excellent for typing; however, its performance for intensive tasks will not match the Aero 16. Consider your primary use case and whether you value portability and battery life over raw performance when making your choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte Aero 16
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good overall display quality
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkPad T14
- Very good for software development
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good portability
- Good speakers
- Excellent keyboard
Key differences
General Use
8.0
8.5
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
368.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
7.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.5/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 and Gigabyte Aero 16 are both very good for general use, though the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is somewhat better.
The Gigabyte Aero 16 boasts a high-quality screen and top-notch CPU performance suited for intensive tasks like 3D work or gaming, but it's less portable and has shorter battery life compared to other models. In contrast, the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 offers great CPU performance and battery life in a more portable package, with a durable keyboard and efficient heat management, making it optimal for professionals who need reliability and mobility for everyday use.
Gaming and AI
7.8
6.7
7.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.0/10
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.3/10
The Gigabyte Aero 16 is good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is only fair.
The Gigabyte Aero 16, with its superior GPU and high screen refresh rate, excels in providing a smooth and visually stunning gaming experience, while the Lenovo ThinkPad T14, despite having a capable CPU and decent screen quality, falls short in gaming performance due to a less powerful GPU and lower refresh rate.
Engineering and Design
8.6
8.0
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
7.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The Gigabyte Aero 16 and Lenovo ThinkPad T14 are both very good for engineering and design, though the Gigabyte Aero 16 is somewhat better.
The Gigabyte Aero 16 typically comes with more advanced CPUs, larger amounts of RAM, and higher-end GPUs, which translate into smoother performance for demanding engineering software and better screen quality for detailed design work. In contrast, while the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 offers good performance and screen quality for engineering tasks, it prioritizes portability and has a renowned keyboard that may be quieter and more comfortable for long typing sessions.
Screen Quality
8.4
6.9
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
368.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
The Gigabyte Aero 16 has a better screen than the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design, while the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has a better screen for content creation.
For general use, the Gigabyte Aero 16's superior resolution and brightness make it ideal for vivid and clear visuals, while the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 offers enough quality for everyday tasks without the higher resolution. In engineering and design, the Aero 16's coverage of color gamuts like DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB ensure precise color accuracy that professionals need, an area where the ThinkPad T14 is serviceable but not exceptional. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the Gigabyte Aero 16's lower refresh rate limits fluid motion compared to laptops designed for these purposes, while the ThinkPad T14 also falls short due to its insufficient refresh rate and moderate resolution.
Battery
7.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The Gigabyte Aero 16 has 7 hours of battery life. The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has 9 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
Very Good
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
5.0 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has very good portability, while the Gigabyte Aero 16 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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Key similarities
Content Creation
8.2
8.3
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 and Gigabyte Aero 16 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
8.3
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo ThinkPad T14 to be very good for software development, while the Gigabyte Aero 16 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
7.8
8.0
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo ThinkPad T14 to have very good build quality, while the Gigabyte Aero 16 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,260
$1,241
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
$2,000
The Gigabyte Aero 16 has a price of $1,260 and the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 costs $1,241.
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How the Gigabyte Aero 16 and the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Gigabyte Aero 16 | Lenovo ThinkPad T14 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,260 | $1,241 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 1, 2022 | September 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 9.8'' x 0.88'' | 12.5'' x 8.9'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.07 lbs | 2.96 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.02" | 12.51" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.78" | 8.93" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12700H | AMD Ryzen 7 7840U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 2048 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7 Hours | 9 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 99 Wh | 39.3 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | OLED | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3840 x 2400 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 368 nits | 321 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.1/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | Yes | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.8/10 | 8.4/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 9/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1440p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 0 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 3 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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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."
Lenovo ThinkPad T14
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Benjamin Herzig | December 2023
"We like a lot about this laptop. It has many ports, with the inclusion of RJ45-Ethernet as a defining feature. WWAN is upgradable for maximum flexibility and the ThinkPad has many security functions. Working with the ThinkPad input devices is a lot of fun, and Lenovo puts in a serviceable Low Power panel. The AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 7840U delivers a great performance and does not drain the battery fast. Fan noise and temperatures are nothing special, but also far away from bad. With the user replaceable keyboard, the ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 has a special feature rarely present on most modern laptops."
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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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