If you need a laptop primarily for demanding tasks like gaming, 3D modeling, or machine learning, then the Gigabyte Aorus 17G offers high performance suitable for those needs, but it comes at a higher price, and its larger size can make it less convenient to carry around. On the other hand, if you prioritize portability, better battery life, and need a laptop for general use, including business applications or engineering tasks that aren't too intense, the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is more affordable and offers a balance of performance and mobility. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte Aorus 17G
Good for gaming and AI
Very good overall display quality
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkPad T14
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall build quality
Very good portability
Key differences
General Use
7.5/10
8.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
282.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
6.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.5/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is very good for general use, while the Gigabyte Aorus 17G is good.
The Gigabyte Aorus 17G, with its high-end CPU and ample RAM, excels in performance but is less portable and has a shorter battery life compared to the Lenovo ThinkPad T14, which offers a balance of good performance, screen quality, longer battery life, and greater portability, making it very good for general use. The ThinkPad T14 also typically has a robust keyboard and efficient heat management, enhancing its suitability for varied everyday tasks, albeit with generally more moderate storage and speaker quality than the more specialized, performance-oriented Aorus 17G.
Gaming and AI
7.5/10
6.7/10
7.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
300Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.3/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 17G is good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is only fair.
The Gigabyte Aorus 17G is equipped with a high-end GPU and a screen with a fast refresh rate, features that are critical for smooth gaming and 3D rendering, which makes it stand out for these applications. While the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 offers a decent CPU and screen quality, its GPU and screen refresh rate aren't as robust, making it less optimal for gaming and 3D tasks.
Content Creation
7.5/10
8.3/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is very good for content creation, while the Gigabyte Aorus 17G 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
7.2/10
8.3/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is very good for software development, while the Gigabyte Aorus 17G 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.
Screen Quality
8.0/10
6.9/10
17.3in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
300Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
282.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
The Gigabyte Aorus 17G has a better screen than the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design, while the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has a better screen for content creation, and software development.
The screen quality of both the Gigabyte Aorus 17G and the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is suitable for general use because they offer high resolutions and brightness, making everyday tasks and media consumption a pleasant experience. For engineering and design, their displays cover a wide range of color gamuts, ensuring accuracy and vibrancy crucial for detailed work. However, their lower refresh rates limit the smoothness and responsiveness desired in gaming and 3D tasks, where higher refresh rate displays provide a competitive edge and a more immersive experience.
Battery
6.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The Gigabyte Aorus 17G has 6 hours of battery life. The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has 9 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
17.3in
SIZE
14.0in
5.9 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has very good portability, while the Gigabyte Aorus 17G has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4/10
8.0/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has very good build quality, while the Gigabyte Aorus 17G has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$2,329
$1,241
$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 ThinkPad T14 costs $1,241.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo ThinkPad T14 to be very good for engineering and design, while the Gigabyte Aorus 17G is good.
The Gigabyte Aorus 17G boasts a high-performance CPU, ample RAM, and a powerful GPU, favorable for demanding engineering software and tasks, complemented by a high-quality screen that benefits design work. The Lenovo ThinkPad T14, while still capable in processing power and screen quality, offers better portability and a well-regarded keyboard, making it a sensible choice for engineers and designers who value mobility and typing comfort.
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How the Gigabyte Aorus 17G and the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 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."
"We like a lot about this laptop. It has many ports, with the inclusion of RJ45-Ethernet as a defining feature. WWAN is upgradable for maximum flexibility and the ThinkPad has many security functions. Working with the ThinkPad input devices is a lot of fun, and Lenovo puts in a serviceable Low Power panel. The AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 7840U delivers a great performance and does not drain the battery fast. Fan noise and temperatures are nothing special, but also far away from bad. With the user replaceable keyboard, the ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 has a special feature rarely present on most modern laptops."
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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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