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When choosing between the Gigabyte Aorus 15X and Lenovo ThinkPad X13, consider that the Aorus 15X generally delivers higher performance suitable for gaming, 3D modeling, or intensive tasks, but it's typically heavier and has a shorter battery life, making it less portable than the lighter, more energy-efficient ThinkPad X13. The ThinkPad offers reliability and solid performance for general use or business applications and usually excels in keyboard comfort and build quality, which might be more attractive for professionals who prioritize durability and typing experience over raw performance. If budget is a concern, the lesser expense of the ThinkPad X13 can also be a significant factor. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte Aorus 15X
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Very good overall display quality
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkPad X13
- Very good for general use
- Very good for software development
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good portability
- Good battery life
- Excellent keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.8
8.4
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
301.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
5.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.5 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
7.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.9/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 is very good for general use, while the Gigabyte Aorus 15X is good.
The Gigabyte Aorus 15X offers robust performance with its high-quality CPU and ample RAM, making it suitable even for the most demanding general use tasks; however, it's less portable and has a shorter battery life compared to lighter options. On the other hand, the Lenovo ThinkPad X13, while still delivering good performance, shines in portability and longer battery life, with its screen, keyboard, and build quality ensuring a reliable and comfortable user experience for everyday tasks.
Gaming and AI
8.5
6.7
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.0/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 15X is very good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 is only fair.
The Gigabyte Aorus 15X boasts a superior GPU and a higher screen refresh rate, which are crucial for smooth gaming and 3D performance, making it a strong choice for these purposes; whereas, the Lenovo ThinkPad X13, with a less powerful GPU and lower refresh rate, offers adequate performance for casual gaming but might struggle with more graphics-intensive tasks. Despite having quality CPUs and screens, the Aorus 15X leads for gaming due to its focus on high-end graphics capabilities.
Engineering and Design
8.6
8.0
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The Gigabyte Aorus 15X and Lenovo ThinkPad X13 are both very good for engineering and design, though the Gigabyte Aorus 15X is somewhat better.
The Gigabyte Aorus 15X is equipped with a powerful CPU, ample RAM, and a high-end GPU, which together with its superior screen quality, makes it ideal for demanding engineering and design tasks that require heavy computational power and detailed visuals. While the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 offers solid CPU and GPU performance with decent screen quality for less intensive engineering use, it gains an edge in portability and is known for its durable keyboard, making it a better choice for users who prioritize mobility and typing comfort alongside moderate performance needs.
Screen Quality
8.2
6.9
15.6in
SIZE
13.3in
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
301.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
The Gigabyte Aorus 15X has a better screen than the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design, while the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 has a better screen for content creation.
For general use, the Gigabyte Aorus 15X offers a vibrant, high-resolution display with ample brightness, making text, images, and videos appear crisp and clear, which is less demanding on color accuracy compared to professional applications. With engineering and design work in mind, this laptop's display covers a wide range of colors, crucial for tasks requiring precise color reproduction, but may not match the absolute fidelity sought by top-tier professionals. However, the Aorus 15X falls short for gaming and 3D applications due to a lower refresh rate, meaning it won’t provide as smooth motion or responsiveness as other laptops designed specifically for those purposes.
Battery
5.5 Hours
8.5 Hours
The Gigabyte Aorus 15X has 5.5 hours of battery life. The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 has 8.5 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
Good
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
13.3in
5.7 lbs
WEIGHT
2.8 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 has very good portability, while the Gigabyte Aorus 15X has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4
8.5
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 has very good build quality, while the Gigabyte Aorus 15X has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,600
$1,241
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Gigabyte Aorus 15X has a price of $1,600 and the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 costs $1,241.
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Key similarities
Content Creation
8.0
8.2
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 and Gigabyte Aorus 15X 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
7.7
8.1
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo ThinkPad X13 to be very good for software development, while the Gigabyte Aorus 15X 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.
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How the Gigabyte Aorus 15X and the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Gigabyte Aorus 15X | Lenovo ThinkPad X13 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,600 | $1,241 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | September 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 10.8'' x 0.78'' | 11.9'' x 8.5'' x 0.63'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.73 lbs | 2.87 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.1" | 11.88" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.8" | 8.46" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i9-13900HX | AMD Ryzen 7 7840U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 5.5 Hours | 8.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 99 Wh | 41 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 13.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 240Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 301 nits | 321 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7/10 | 8.9/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | Yes | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 9/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1440p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 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 | N/A | |
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Gigabyte Aorus 15X
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Tom's Hardware
Brandon Hill | February 2023
"The Gigabyte Aorus 15X is a strong showing of Raptor Lake and RTX 4000 series. While the Aorus had trouble keeping up in older games like Grand Theft Auto V, it nudged past the competition in Shadow of the Tomb Raider. It also flexed its next-generation muscle in Far Cry 6 and Borderlands 3. While we were impressed with the overall build quality and design of the Aorus 15X, the keyboard lacked good tactile feedback. The display performed well in real-world testing despite its on-paper shortcoming with brightness, but the speakers are lackluster at best."
Lenovo ThinkPad X13
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Benjamin Herzig | September 2023
"The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 G4 has very good input devices, a wide array of security features and ports as well as 5G in the tested configuration. It is more compact and lightweight compared with its predecessor, and it has improved speakers and a slightly better webcam. On the other hand, the fan is more annoying and the performance is barely improved. The battery is worse as well, but this is primarily attributable to the OLED screen - if this aspect is important, buyers should choose the IPS Low Power LCD."
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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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