Choosing between the Gigabyte Aorus 15P and the Aorus 17G mainly revolves around preferences for screen size, performance, and cost. The 15P is generally less expensive, offers better 3D/machine learning performance due to a more powerful GPU, and is more portable due to its smaller size and lighter weight. On the other hand, the 17G has a larger display which might be preferable for engineering tasks or immersive gaming, despite having a slightly less powerful GPU and less RAM. Both have equal battery capacities, so the deciding factor will likely hinge on whether you favor a larger screen and potentially better build quality, or better gaming performance and portability at a lower price. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte Aorus 15P
Very good for engineering and design
Good portability
Advantages of the Gigabyte Aorus 17G
Good battery life
Excellent keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
8.1/10
8.0/10
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
300Hz
REFRESH RATE
300Hz
280.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
282.0 nits
The Gigabyte Aorus 15P has a better screen than the Gigabyte Aorus 17G for content creation.
When considering general use, both Gigabyte Aorus 15P and 17G laptops have screens with resolutions that are crisp and clear, and their brightness levels facilitate comfortable viewing in various lighting conditions. For engineering and design tasks, these laptops provide color accuracy and a wide range of colors, which is essential for precise visual work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, they fall short because they lack high refresh rates needed for smooth motion and rapid responses.
Portability
Good
Fair
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
4.8 lbs
WEIGHT
5.9 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The Gigabyte Aorus 15P has good portability, while the Gigabyte Aorus 17G has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,950
$2,329
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The Gigabyte Aorus 15P has a price of $1,950 and the Gigabyte Aorus 17G costs $2,329.
The Gigabyte Aorus 15P and Gigabyte Aorus 17G are both good for general use.
The Gigabyte Aorus 15P is well-suited for general use due to its powerful CPU, ample RAM, and high-quality screen, balanced with good portability and reasonable battery life, making it a versatile option for various tasks. In comparison, the Gigabyte Aorus 17G offers similar CPU performance and screen quality with a larger display, but trades off some portability for a slightly better battery life and superior keyboard quality, which could enhance the user experience for those who prioritize a larger screen and typing comfort over ease of mobility.
Gaming and AI
7.8/10
7.5/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
300Hz
REFRESH RATE
300Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.7/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 15P and Gigabyte Aorus 17G are both good for gaming and AI.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Engineering and Design
8.3/10
7.8/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.6/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Gigabyte Aorus 15P to be very good for engineering and design, while the Gigabyte Aorus 17G is good.
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
7.8/10
7.5/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Gigabyte Aorus 15P and Gigabyte Aorus 17G are both 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
7.3/10
7.2/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 15P and Gigabyte Aorus 17G 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.
Battery
5.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Gigabyte Aorus 15P has 5 hours of battery life. The Gigabyte Aorus 17G 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.
Build Quality
7.4/10
7.4/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 15P and Gigabyte Aorus 17G 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 15P and the Gigabyte Aorus 17G compare to other laptops
"The Aorus 15P is a high-end gaming laptop with fast 360 Hz display. Gaming performance in the Aorus 15P YD is very high thanks to the Nvidia GeForce RTX 3080 installed here. However, with the use of the Intel Core i7-11800H, CPU performance also closes in on the strong competition from AMD. SSD performance is excellent as well, and it leaves no room for criticism. Thanks to the built-in Intel Core i7-11800H, the system performance of the Aorus 15P YD increases significantly."
"The Aorus 17G isn't among the top RTX 3080 laptops due to its relatively low TGP of 105 watts. The device's gaming performance is average for an RTX 3080. For maximum performance, competitors like the Lenovo Legion 7 or the Alienware m17 R4 are recommended With the Aorus 17G, Gigabyte delivers a well-rounded gaming laptop. However, the device generates a high noise level. Throttling is not an issue. The CPU and GPU can develop their performance uniformly. Nevertheless, the device produces a lot of noise under load - more than many 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.
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