If you need high performance for tasks like 3D modeling, machine learning, or gaming, the Gigabyte Aero 16 with its powerful processor and advanced graphics is a better choice, though it comes at a higher cost and is less portable. For general use like browsing and document editing, the Maypug 15" Laptop offers sufficient capabilities at a much lower price, along with better portability due to its lighter weight. The Gigabyte Aero 16 also features a very high-resolution OLED screen which is ideal for creative work, whereas the Maypug has a standard resolution IPS display, which is adequate for everyday tasks but less so for high-end visual work. The battery life is also a consideration; the Gigabyte Aero 16 likely offers longer battery life, which could be crucial if you’re often on the move and away from power outlets. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte Aero 16
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Maypug 15" Laptop
The Maypug 15" Laptop has no clear advantages over the Gigabyte Aero 16.
Key differences
General Use
8.0/10
5.8/10
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
368.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
7.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Gigabyte Aero 16 is very good for general use, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The Gigabyte Aero 16 offers a substantial advantage in general use due to its significantly more powerful CPU and GPU, ample RAM and high-resolution OLED screen, which contribute to stronger performance and better visual experience. On the other hand, the Maypug 15" Laptop, with its basic CPU, limited RAM, and lower-resolution screen, is less capable of handling a wide range of tasks, and its lower screen quality provides a less satisfying user experience.
Gaming and AI
7.8/10
5.6/10
7.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Gigabyte Aero 16 is good for gaming and AI, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Engineering and Design
8.6/10
5.6/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
7.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Gigabyte Aero 16 is very good for engineering and design, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Content Creation
8.2/10
5.9/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Gigabyte Aero 16 is very good for content creation, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
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
7.9/10
5.9/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The Gigabyte Aero 16 is good for software development, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
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
8.4/10
5.7/10
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
368.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
The Gigabyte Aero 16 has a better screen than the Maypug 15" Laptop for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Gigabyte Aero 16 offers a sharp display with high resolution and brightness that enhances the viewing experience for everyday tasks, whereas the Maypug 15" laptop's lower resolution and dimmer screen limit its general usability. For engineering and design, the Aero's broad color gamuts ensure that colors are accurately represented and detailed, a feature lacking in the Maypug's display. While the Aero falls short for gaming and 3D tasks due to its low refresh rate, which affects the smoothness of motion, the Maypug's display similarly underperforms for these uses without any advanced refresh rate to compensate.
Build Quality
7.8/10
5.1/10
The Gigabyte Aero 16 has good build quality, while the Maypug 15" Laptop has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,260
$600
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Gigabyte Aero 16 has a price of $1,260 and the Maypug 15" Laptop costs $600.
"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."
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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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