The Gigabyte Aero 17, being significantly more expensive than the Maypug 15" Laptop, offers higher performance with advanced components suitable for intensive tasks like 3D work, machine learning, and gaming. It has a better processor, a high-end graphics card, and significantly more memory and storage, which contribute to smoother multitasking and running demanding applications. Furthermore, it has a larger, higher-resolution screen that can display more detailed images, which is advantageous for creative work and entertainment.
On the other hand, the Maypug 15" Laptop is much more affordable and offers basic performance adequate for general use like web browsing, office applications, and video streaming. Its processor and integrated graphics are less powerful, which means it may struggle with more rigorous activities. Due to its lower price, it has less memory and storage, which could limit the number of applications you can run concurrently or the amount of data you can store. The Maypug's screen is smaller and has a lower resolution compared to the Aero 17, which might be less ideal for tasks requiring visual precision.
For heavy-duty computing needs and a better visual experience, the Gigabyte Aero 17 is the superior option, while for casual use and budget-friendliness, the Maypug 15" may suffice. Consider what tasks you need the laptop for and whether the extra cost of the Gigabyte is justifiable for your specific requirements. 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
Good for software development
Very good for content creation
Excellent overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Good speakers
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Maypug 15" Laptop
Good portability
Good battery life
Key differences
General Use
8.1/10
5.8/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
368.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
5.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
6.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Gigabyte Aero 17 is very good for general use, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
PerfectRec’s General Use Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for general productivity, web browsing, streaming, video calls, and running a wide variety of apps and programs.
Gaming and AI
7.9/10
5.6/10
7.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Gigabyte Aero 17 is good for gaming and AI, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The Gigabyte Aero 17 boasts an Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti which allows for high-level gaming and 3D performance, complemented by a 120Hz refresh rate that provides smoother visuals, while the Maypug 15" Laptop has a less powerful Intel UHD Graphics setup and a lower 60Hz screen refresh rate, making it less suitable for these demanding tasks.
Engineering and Design
8.8/10
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 17 is very good for engineering and design, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The Gigabyte Aero 17 is equipped with a high-performance CPU, ample RAM, and a powerful GPU, all of which are essential for demanding engineering and design tasks, alongside a high-quality Mini LED screen that offers superior color accuracy and brightness.
Content Creation
8.4/10
5.9/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Gigabyte Aero 17 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 2160
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The Gigabyte Aero 17 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
9.2/10
5.7/10
17.3in
SIZE
15.6in
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
368.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
The Gigabyte Aero 17 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 17 offers high resolution and brightness, along with a panel type that displays colors vibrantly, making it suitable for general use and excellent for detail-oriented tasks like engineering or design, where color accuracy is crucial. However, its lower refresh rate may not provide the smooth visuals desired for gaming and 3D applications. On the other hand, the Maypug 15" Laptop, with its lesser screen qualities across these areas, may not deliver the sharpness, brightness, or color accuracy needed for any of these tasks.
Battery
5.5 Hours
7.0 Hours
The Gigabyte Aero 17 has 5.5 hours of battery life. The Maypug 15" Laptop has 7 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
15.6in
5.7 lbs
WEIGHT
3.6 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Maypug 15" Laptop has good portability, while the Gigabyte Aero 17 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.0/10
5.1/10
The Gigabyte Aero 17 has very 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
$2,071
$600
$0
$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 Maypug 15" Laptop costs $600.
"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."
Get a great deal on the Gigabyte Aero 17 or the Maypug 15" Laptop
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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