The Gigabyte Aero 17 offers superior performance with a more powerful processor and graphics card, which makes it well-suited for intensive tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, and engineering applications. It also has a markedly larger storage capacity, higher resolution display, and greater color accuracy that would benefit graphic designers and content creators. However, it is less portable due to its larger size and heavier weight, and it has a shorter battery life, making it less ideal for on-the-go use.
In contrast, the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro is more affordable, lighter, and offers a longer battery life, making it a better option for general use and portability. It still provides decent performance for moderate gaming and general productivity tasks. Nonetheless, it falls short in terms of storage space, and its display isn't as high-quality as the Aero 17. If you prioritize mobility, casual use, and cost savings over top-tier performance, the IdeaPad 5 Pro may be the better choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte Aero 17
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Very good for content creation
Excellent overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro
Good portability
Very good battery life
Key differences
General Use
8.1/10
7.5/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
368.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
409.0 nits
5.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
6.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
The Gigabyte Aero 17 is very good for general use, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro is good.
The Gigabyte Aero 17 offers robust performance for general use with a high-end CPU, ample RAM, and superior screen quality, though it's less portable and has less battery life than some alternatives. Meanwhile, the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro also provides satisfactory general-use performance with a solid processor, sufficient memory, and a quality screen, all in a more portable package boasting better battery life, though it compromises on storage capacity and screen resolution compared to the Aero 17.
Gaming and AI
7.9/10
6.5/10
7.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.3/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The Gigabyte Aero 17 is good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro is only fair.
The Gigabyte Aero 17 is superior for gaming and 3D applications because it has a high-end Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti GPU which outperforms the Nvidia RTX 3050 GPU in the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro, contributing to better graphics processing efficiency and visual detail in demanding tasks. Additionally, the Aero 17's screen offers higher resolution and color coverage which helps in visual clarity and color accuracy, whereas the IdeaPad 5 Pro, while still providing a decent screen, falls short in these aspects, particularly in color coverage which is essential for true-to-life visuals in high-end games and 3D rendering.
Engineering and Design
8.8/10
7.2/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
7.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Gigabyte Aero 17 is very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro is good.
The Gigabyte Aero 17, with its high-end CPU and GPU, ample RAM, and a superior Mini LED display, excels in engineering and design tasks that demand robust performance and color-accurate visuals. Although the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro offers good performance through its capable CPU and GPU, with a high-quality IPS display, it is more lightweight and portable yet falls short in storage capacity and screen resolution compared to the Aero 17.
Content Creation
8.4/10
7.5/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Gigabyte Aero 17 is very good for content creation, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 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.
Screen Quality
9.2/10
7.8/10
17.3in
SIZE
16.0in
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
368.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
409.0 nits
The Gigabyte Aero 17 has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
Choosing between the Gigabyte Aero 17 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro for general use, the former offers a superior visual experience with its higher resolution and brighter display, making it excellent for tasks like photo editing or watching movies. For engineering and design where precise color representation is key, the Gigabyte Aero 17 stands out with its wider color gamut coverage, beneficial for professional graphic design or video editing. However, for gaming and 3D applications, which demand fluid motion, the lower refresh rate of both these laptops may not deliver the best experience, though the resolution and panel quality still provide decent visual clarity.
Battery
5.5 Hours
10.0 Hours
The Gigabyte Aero 17 has 5.5 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro has 10 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
Good
17.3in
SIZE
16.0in
5.7 lbs
WEIGHT
4.3 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro has good portability, while the Gigabyte Aero 17 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$2,071
$1,025
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The Gigabyte Aero 17 has a price of $2,071 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro costs $1,025.
The Gigabyte Aero 17 and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 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
8.0/10
7.6/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Gigabyte Aero 17 to have very good build quality, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro has 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 17 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro compare to other laptops
"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."
"The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro turns out a successful all-rounder that, aside from 3D applications, always strikes a good or very good figure. This begins with the elegant metal case that isn't particularly light but fairly robust, giving a high-quality impression. The input devices are also better than those of many competitors. Both the keyboard and the touchpad are attractive and comfortable. In addition, the performance of the Ryzen 5 6600HS is easily able to keep up with the Intel competitors."
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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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