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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Gigabyte Aero 17 offers a larger, higher-resolution 17.3-inch Mini LED display, making it more suitable for tasks that benefit from more screen real estate and sharper visuals, such as photo and video editing; however, it's less portable due to its size and weight. It also includes a slightly more powerful GPU, which may be better for demanding tasks like 3D rendering or high-end gaming. It comes with a higher storage capacity and Windows 11 Pro. On the other hand, the Gigabyte Aorus 5, with a more standard 15.6-inch IPS display and a full HD resolution, is lighter and potentially more portable, which could be beneficial if you frequently move your laptop. Although it has a less powerful GPU than the Aero 17, it still provides considerable performance for gaming and professional applications at a higher upfront cost. However, it has less storage and comes with Windows 11 Home. Consider your primary needs: if display quality, larger screen size, and storage are paramount, the Aero 17 is preferable, but if portability and saving on initial cost are more important, the Aorus 5 might be the better fit. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte Aero 17
- Very good for general use
- Very good for content creation
- Excellent overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
Advantages of the Gigabyte Aorus 5
- Very good speakers
Key differences
General Use
8.1
7.5
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
368.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
280.0 nits
5.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.0 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
6.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.7/10
The Gigabyte Aero 17 is very good for general use, while the Gigabyte Aorus 5 is good.
The Gigabyte Aero 17 offers a higher resolution mini LED screen and a larger storage capacity, making it excellent for tasks requiring visual clarity and data-heavy applications, but it's slightly heavier and bulkier, affecting portability. In contrast, the Gigabyte Aorus 5, while still powerful with the same CPU and ample RAM, boasts a smaller form factor for easier transport and a high refresh rate IPS panel, which is great for smooth visuals, but comes with less storage.
Engineering and Design
8.8
8.2
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
7.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Gigabyte Aero 17 and Gigabyte Aorus 5 are both very good for engineering and design, though the Gigabyte Aero 17 is somewhat better.
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
8.4
7.6
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Gigabyte Aero 17 is very good for content creation, while the Gigabyte Aorus 5 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
7.9
7.3
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The Gigabyte Aero 17 and Gigabyte Aorus 5 are both good for software development, though the Gigabyte Aero 17 is somewhat better.
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
9.2
8.0
17.3in
SIZE
15.6in
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
368.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
280.0 nits
The Gigabyte Aero 17 has a better screen than the Gigabyte Aorus 5 for general use, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Gigabyte Aero 17, with its high resolution and bright display, offers crisp and detailed visuals, making it well-suited for general use and professional design tasks that benefit from accurate colors across wide color gamuts. However, its refresh rate might not be high enough for smooth gameplay, which is crucial for gaming and 3D applications. The Gigabyte Aorus 5 provides a balance with good resolution and brightness for everyday tasks and decent color reproduction for engineering, yet it falls short for gaming due to a less optimal refresh rate.
Build Quality
8.0
7.4
The Gigabyte Aero 17 has very good build quality, while the Gigabyte Aorus 5 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$2,071
$2,359
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The Gigabyte Aero 17 has a price of $2,071 and the Gigabyte Aorus 5 costs $2,359.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
7.9
7.9
7.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.2/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Gigabyte Aero 17 and Gigabyte Aorus 5 are both good for gaming and AI.
The Gigabyte Aero 17 boasts a superior GPU and a high screen refresh rate, which are crucial for smooth, high-quality gaming and 3D performance, while the Gigabyte Aorus 5, though less powerful, still delivers above-average gaming and 3D experiences due to its adequate GPU and refresh rate. Additionally, both laptops have competent CPUs and good screen quality, enhancing their overall performance in gaming and graphics-intensive tasks.
Battery
5.5 Hours
5.0 Hours
The Gigabyte Aero 17 has 5.5 hours of battery life. The Gigabyte Aorus 5 has 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.
Portability
Fair
Fair
17.3in
SIZE
15.6in
5.7 lbs
WEIGHT
5.0 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The Gigabyte Aorus 5 and Gigabyte Aero 17 both have only fair portability.
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How the Gigabyte Aero 17 and the Gigabyte Aorus 5 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Gigabyte Aero 17 | Gigabyte Aorus 5 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$2,071 | $2,359 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2022 | June 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.6'' x 9.5'' x 0.92'' | 14'' x 10'' x 1.08'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.73 lbs | 5.07 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.6" | 14" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.5" | 10" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12700H | Intel i7-12700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 2048 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 5.5 Hours | 5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 99 Wh | 99 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 17.3" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | Mini LED | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 120Hz | 360Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 368 nits | 280 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.7/10 | 6.7/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 0 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 3 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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Mike Wobker | May 2021
"Not only is the Aero 17 a very good laptop for gamers but also for content creators. With the upgrade to the Intel Core i9-11980HK, Gigabyte particularly improved the system performance. In addition, the hardware package is rounded by the extremely fast SSD and 32 GB of working memory in dual-channel mode. Compared to the predecessor, the battery life is reduced only moderately, and the 4K display also basically keeps its good qualities."
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Vincent Chang | June 2022
"The Gigabyte Aorus 5 SE4 is a capable mainstream gaming notebook that will run the latest PC games with aplomb. However, it's not your stereotypical flashy gaming PC. Gigabyte has added some interesting tweaks. For example, the webcam placement and its Microsoft Azure AI tool — to automatically switch between power modes — are unusual for this genre. But more importantly, the pricing is fairly competitive and reasonable."
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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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