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Updated January 12, 2024·
For intensive tasks like gaming, 3D modeling, or engineering software, the Gigabyte Aorus 17G is much better suited due to its powerful processor and high-end graphics card, but it's also heavier and not as easy to carry around. It comes with a premium price tag, higher resolution, and faster screen refresh rate, which are beneficial for detailed and responsive visuals. In contrast, the Maypug 15" Laptop is considerably more affordable and lighter, making it highly portable. It has less processing power and a basic integrated graphics chip, which suffice for general use like web browsing, office applications, and streaming, but it's not ideal for demanding applications. The Maypug has lower storage capacity and memory, which may limit multitasking and data-intensive tasks. The Gigabyte also has a much larger battery capacity, offering longer usage between charges, however, this also contributes to its weight. If cost is a concern and your needs are basic, the Maypug is an economical choice, but if performance is critical and budget allows, the Gigabyte stands out despite being less portable. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte Aorus 17G
- Good for general use
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Good for software development
- Good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- Good speakers
- Excellent keyboard
Advantages of the Maypug 15" Laptop
- Good portability
Key differences
General Use
7.5
5.8
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
282.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
6.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 17G is good for general use, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
PerfectRec’s General Use Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for general productivity, web browsing, streaming, video calls, and running a wide variety of apps and programs.
Gaming and AI
7.5
5.6
7.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
300Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 17G is good for gaming and AI, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The Gigabyte Aorus 17G offers much better gaming and 3D capabilities due to its powerful Nvidia RTX 3070 GPU and a high screen refresh rate of 300 Hz, whereas the Maypug 15" Laptop falls short with its basic Intel UHD Graphics and a standard refresh rate of 60 Hz.
Engineering and Design
7.8
5.6
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
7.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Gigabyte Aorus 17G is good for engineering and design, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
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
7.5
5.9
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Gigabyte Aorus 17G is good for content creation, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
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
5.9
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 17G is good for software development, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
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
5.7
17.3in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
300Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
282.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
The Gigabyte Aorus 17G has a better screen than the Maypug 15" Laptop for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Gigabyte Aorus 17G offers a high-resolution display with excellent brightness and panel technology that makes it versatile for tasks ranging from daily productivity to detailed engineering design, its color accuracy encompassing a wide range of the color spectrum ensuring precision for professional design work. However, the lower refresh rate may not be ideal for gaming where screen fluidity is paramount. In contrast, the Maypug 15" Laptop, with a lower resolution, brightness, and less accurate color reproduction, falls short across the board, making it less suitable for engaging visual experiences, precise design work, or the fast-paced visuals required in modern gaming.
Portability
Fair
Good
17.3in
SIZE
15.6in
5.9 lbs
WEIGHT
3.6 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Maypug 15" Laptop has good portability, while the Gigabyte Aorus 17G has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4
5.1
The Gigabyte Aorus 17G has good build quality, while the Maypug 15" Laptop has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$2,329
$600
$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 Maypug 15" Laptop costs $600.
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Battery
6.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The Gigabyte Aorus 17G has 6 hours of battery life. The Maypug 15" Laptop has 7 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.
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How the Gigabyte Aorus 17G and the Maypug 15" Laptop compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Gigabyte Aorus 17G | Maypug 15" Laptop |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$2,329 | $600 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2021 | January 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.9'' x 10.8'' x 1'' | 14'' x 11.1'' x 0.78'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.95 lbs | 3.6 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.9" | 13.97" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.8" | 11.1" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-11800H | Intel Celeron N5095 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 7 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 99 Wh | 29.6 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 17.3" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1366 x 768 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 300Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 282 nits | 200 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.1/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 6/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 4.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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Sascha Mölck | June 2021
"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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