The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i and Gigabyte Aorus 17G are both good for software development, though the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i is somewhat better.
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
8.0/10
7.8/10
17.3in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
300Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
282.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
409.0 nits
The Gigabyte Aorus 17G has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i has a better screen for general use, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The Gigabyte Aorus 17G has a display that is clear and vibrant for most tasks and adequate color accuracy for engineering and design work, but its lower refresh rate can hold it back in the realm of gaming or 3D applications where smooth motion is key. The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i's standout screen offers crisp and vivid visuals ideal for general productivity and its good color coverage supports professional design requirements, yet it falls short for gaming and 3D content due to a less optimal refresh rate. Both laptops deliver respectable quality for everyday use and professional design but may disappoint hardcore gamers or those heavily involved in 3D modeling who prioritize fluid visual performance.
Portability
Fair
Good
17.3in
SIZE
16.0in
5.9 lbs
WEIGHT
4.3 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i has good portability, while the Gigabyte Aorus 17G has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$2,329
$950
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The Gigabyte Aorus 17G has a price of $2,329 and the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i costs $950.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i and Gigabyte Aorus 17G are both good for general use.
The Gigabyte Aorus 17G and Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i both excel in general use due to their powerful CPUs and ample RAM, which ensure swift multitasking and quick processing in daily tasks. However, the Aorus 17G's larger screen and high-quality keyboard make it well-suited for desktop use, while the IdeaPad Pro 5i's higher screen resolution, lighter weight, and more compact size offer better portability and visual clarity for on-the-go usage.
Gaming and AI
7.5/10
7.4/10
7.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
300Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 17G and Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i 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
7.8/10
8.1/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
7.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i to be very good for engineering and design, while the Gigabyte Aorus 17G is good.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i is rated very good for engineering and design largely due to its newer, high-performing CPU and more capable GPU, which are crucial for computational and graphical tasks, along with a higher-resolution and brighter display that benefits design work. While the Gigabyte Aorus 17G offers significant power, a key discriminator for design quality is the IdeaPad's superior screen, and its lighter weight also enhances its portability over the Aorus 17G, which is heavier but features a quality keyboard and manages heat and fan noise reasonably well, important for long work sessions.
Content Creation
7.5/10
7.7/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i 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.
Battery
6.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Gigabyte Aorus 17G has 6 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i 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
7.6/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i 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 17G and the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i compare to other laptops
"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."
"Lenovo’s IdeaPad Pro 5i represents an impressive opening salvo for Meteor Lake in the ultraportable space against familiar foes from AMD and Apple. Not only does the Core Ultra 5 125H processor provide good performance across the board, but battery life remains a strong point against the Acer Swift Edge 16 with its AMD Ryzen 7 7840U processor. It can’t quite match the endurance of the 15-inch MacBook Pro, but the gap is shrinking."
Get a great deal on the Gigabyte Aorus 17G or the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i
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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