The Gigabyte Aorus 15 offers superior performance for intensive tasks such as 3D rendering, machine learning, and engineering, with a high-end GPU suitable for gaming, but it is heavier and has shorter battery life, making it less ideal for frequent travel. On the other hand, the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 is lighter, has a longer battery life, and includes a touchscreen, thus it's better suited for general use and portability; however, it has lower performance capabilities for demanding software applications due to its integrated graphics. Consider what balance of performance, portability, and battery life best suits your needs. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte Aorus 15
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Very good speakers
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360
Very good portability
Very good battery life
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.0/10
6.4/10
8.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
9.5/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 15 is very good for gaming and AI, while the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 is only fair.
The Gigabyte Aorus 15 is superior for gaming and 3D due to its powerful Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti graphics card and high screen refresh rate, vital for smooth visuals in fast-paced games and rendering 3D graphics, while the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360, despite having good screen quality with its OLED panel, is held back in these tasks by its less capable Intel Iris Xe graphics and lower refresh rate, making it less suitable for demanding gaming and 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
8.4/10
7.6/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.2/10
8.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Gigabyte Aorus 15 is very good for engineering and design, while the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 is good.
The Gigabyte Aorus 15 excels in engineering and design due to its more powerful processor and higher-tier dedicated GPU, which are essential for computationally intensive tasks and graphics rendering, whereas the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 offers an OLED screen with better color accuracy which is useful for design work, but with an integrated GPU that's less suited for demanding engineering applications. The Aorus 15 has a higher-resolution screen which may benefit design detail, but it's heavier and less portable than the lightweight, versatile Galaxy Book3 360 that doubles as a tablet.
Screen Quality
8.0/10
7.7/10
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
316.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
The Gigabyte Aorus 15 has a better screen than the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 for gaming and AI, and content creation, while the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 has a better screen for engineering and design.
For general use, both the Gigabyte Aorus 15 and Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 offer high-quality displays with sharp resolutions and brightness levels that enhance viewing pleasure whether you're browsing the web or streaming videos. When it comes to engineering and design work, their screens cover a wide range of colors, making them suitable for tasks that require precise color accuracy, like photo editing or graphic design. However, for gaming and 3D applications, their poorer refresh rates can lead to less fluid motion, making them less optimal for fast-paced games where smooth visuals are critical.
Battery
6.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The Gigabyte Aorus 15 has 6 hours of battery life. The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 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
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
5.2 lbs
WEIGHT
3.2 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 has very good portability, while the Gigabyte Aorus 15 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,500
$1,070
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Gigabyte Aorus 15 has a price of $1,500 and the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 costs $1,070.
The Gigabyte Aorus 15 and Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 are both good for general use.
The Gigabyte Aorus 15 boasts a more powerful CPU and dedicated graphics for robust general use and gaming, complemented by substantial RAM and storage, though it is heavier and has a shorter battery life compared to the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360, which offers a lighter and more portable design with longer battery life, an OLED touchscreen for vibrant display quality, and ample RAM for smooth multitasking in a typical usage scenario. While the Gigabyte is suited for performance-demanding activities, the Galaxy Book3 360 shines in portability and versatility as a 2-in-1 device with high screen color accuracy, making it an excellent choice for general usage on the go.
Content Creation
8.0/10
7.8/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.2/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Gigabyte Aorus 15 to be very good for content creation, while the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 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
7.6/10
7.7/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 and Gigabyte Aorus 15 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
7.4/10
7.8/10
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 and Gigabyte Aorus 15 both have 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 Aorus 15 and the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 compare to other laptops
"The Gigabyte Aorus 15 is a power-hungry gaming beast. The Aorus 15 is designed to run games at QHD and high to max settings. But it also cuts a good figure in other demanding applications such as video editing and rendering. This is made possible by the Core i7 12700H and GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Laptop inside the machine. A lightning-fast PCIe 4.0 SSD (1 TB) allows for short loading times."
"The Samsung Galaxy Book 3 360 isn’t a laptop that the Korean manufacturer has shouted from the rooftops about, and it seems to have gotten little attention from anywhere. But, it is absolutely a laptop worth paying attention to. Compared to higher-priced devices, like the Dell XPS 13 (2022) and Asus Zenbook S 13 OLED (2023), it manages to offer a similar day-to-day experience despite the price difference. It’s really hard to justify the extra cash unless a boosted display is a requirement of yours."
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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 Samsung
Samsung Electronics is one of the largest technology corporation by revenue. Based in South Korea, they are very well known for their wide range of phones, tablets, TVs and appliances. Their main line of laptops is the Galaxy Book series, launched in 2017. This range includes 2-in-1 convertible devices and standard notebooks, with a focus on portability and value for money.
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