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Updated January 12, 2024·
The Gigabyte Aero 5 is a more budget-friendly option compared to the MSI Stealth GS77, making it an attractive choice if you are price-sensitive. Both laptops have similar processors and graphics cards, providing comparable performance. However, the Aero 5's OLED screen offers vibrant colors and deeper blacks which is excellent for multimedia, but the Stealth GS77's larger IPS display with a higher refresh rate is better for gaming and productivity due to smoother visuals. The Stealth GS77 also has more memory, which can be crucial for demanding tasks and multitasking. If battery life is a concern, the Aero 5 has a slightly longer battery lifespan. The Stealth GS77, being thinner and lighter, would be more convenient for carrying around, though both are relatively heavy due to their powerful components. Additionally, the Stealth GS77 comes with Windows 11 Pro, which has additional features over the Aero 5's Windows 11 Home. Finally, the Stealth GS77's RGB keyboard adds a customizable aesthetic touch. Choose the Aero 5 for cost savings and an excellent display, or the Stealth GS77 for better gaming performance, more memory, and portability. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte Aero 5
- The Gigabyte Aero 5 has no clear advantages over the MSI Stealth GS77.
Advantages of the MSI Stealth GS77
- Very good for general use
- Very good for software development
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good speakers
Key differences
Screen Quality
8.6
8.3
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
446.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
305.0 nits
The Gigabyte Aero 5 has a better screen than the MSI Stealth GS77 for general use, and engineering and design, while the MSI Stealth GS77 has a better screen for gaming and AI, and content creation.
The Gigabyte Aero 5 has a screen that provides clear and vibrant visuals due to its high resolution and brightness, which makes it suitable for everyday tasks like browsing and watching videos. For engineering and design work, the Aero 5's wide color gamuts ensure that professionals see accurate colors, crucial for tasks that require color precision. However, the Aero 5's lower refresh rate may not be ideal for gaming and 3D applications, where smooth motion is key, and faster refresh rates are preferred to avoid screen tearing and lag.
Cost
$1,250
$2,499
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The Gigabyte Aero 5 has a price of $1,250 and the MSI Stealth GS77 costs $2,499.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.9
8.4
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
446.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
305.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
6.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.4/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Stealth GS77 to be very good for general use, while the Gigabyte Aero 5 is good.
The MSI Stealth GS77 offers more RAM, which is crucial for multitasking and general performance, alongside a high-refresh rate screen for smoother visuals, although it's less portable due to its larger size and slightly heavier weight compared to the Gigabyte Aero 5. Despite this, the Gigabyte Aero 5 retains its suitability for general use with comparable CPU and high screen resolution for sharp image quality, but it has a lower RAM and might not handle multitasking as effectively as the MSI model.
Gaming and AI
7.9
7.9
8.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.8/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Stealth GS77 and Gigabyte Aero 5 are both good for gaming and AI.
The Gigabyte Aero 5 and MSI Stealth GS77 excel in gaming and 3D due to their powerful Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti GPUs which cater to both high computational demands and advanced graphical needs. However, the Aero 5 has a lower screen refresh rate suitable for creators needing high resolution, whereas the higher refresh rate of the Stealth GS77's display makes it more responsive for competitive gaming.
Engineering and Design
8.7
8.7
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
8.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Stealth GS77 and Gigabyte Aero 5 are both very good for engineering and design.
The Gigabyte Aero 5's strong points for engineering and design use include a high-quality OLED screen that offers excellent color accuracy and contrast, alongside a powerful combination of processor and graphics card; however, its portability and operating noise are only fair, which could be a tradeoff for some users. The MSI Stealth GS77 also delivers robust performance with the same processor and GPU while offering more memory and an IPS screen with a higher refresh rate and a larger display, but similar to the Aero 5, it sacrifices some portability due to size and weight, and has a screen that, while large and fast, is less vibrant than the Aero's.
Content Creation
8.2
8.3
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Stealth GS77 and Gigabyte Aero 5 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
8.1
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Stealth GS77 to be very good for software development, while the Gigabyte Aero 5 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.
Battery
7.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Gigabyte Aero 5 has 7 hours of battery life. The MSI Stealth GS77 has 6 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
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
5.0 lbs
WEIGHT
6.1 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Gigabyte Aero 5 and MSI Stealth GS77 both have only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8
8.0
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Stealth GS77 to have very good build quality, while the Gigabyte Aero 5 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 5 and the MSI Stealth GS77 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Gigabyte Aero 5 | MSI Stealth GS77 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,250 | $2,499 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 10'' x 1.08'' | 15.7'' x 11.2'' x 0.79'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.07 lbs | 6.17 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14" | 15.65" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10" | 11.16" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12700H | Intel i7-12700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 99 Wh | 99.9 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | OLED | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 2560 x 1440 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 240Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 446 nits | 305 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.7/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
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 | 3 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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Gigabyte Aero 5
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Zhi Cheng | May 2022
"It is unfortunate that the Gigabyte AERO notebook series have seem to lost its charm, as it’s not exactly any much different from the AORUS series now. Regardless, content creators and designers will certainly still appreciate the features on the AERO 5 XE4, which are fundamental to their work. This largely revolved around the notebook’s display, which is colour calibrated and validated, high resolution (4K) and with great AMOLED colour representation. Now that the AERO 5 XE4 has improved its performance with the latest CPU and GPU, the professionals can also appreciate the improved productivity from the notebook."
MSI Stealth GS77
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Allen Ngo | April 2022
"The MSI Stealth GS77 is better than the GS76... mostly. The GS77 is a few steps forward and a few steps back from the GS76. Improvements are numerous including the stronger and more rigid skeleton, higher resolution webcam, larger clickpad, easier serviceability, relatively similar battery runtimes, newer display options, and higher performance at about the same TDP and TGP levels as before. CPU performance is better than expected even when compared to other laptops with Core i7 or Core i9 processors. The newer model feels more substantial than the outgoing one for higher quality impressions as well."
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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 MSI
MSI, also known as Micro-Star International, is a Taiwanese technology corporation. MSI is known for their wide range of gaming devices. Their series include the entry-level Cyborg/Thin and Sword/Katana series, the mid-range Bravo/Delta and Crosshair/Pulse series, and their high-end Vector, Raider, Stealth, and Titan GT series. At every performance level, MSI offers a variety of devices with varying balances between performance, battery life, weight, and price, making them a solid option to consider at every price point.
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