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Updated March 14, 2024·
When deciding between the Gigabyte Aorus 17G and the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x, consider that the Aorus will give you better performance for activities like gaming, 3D rendering, or machine learning, but will be heavier and bulkier, making it less convenient to carry around. The ThinkBook, on the other hand, is more portable and will provide enough power for general use or light engineering tasks, usually has longer battery life, and comes at a lower cost, but it won't match the Aorus in terms of raw performance for demanding applications. Prioritize the attributes that align with your specific needs when making your choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte Aorus 17G
- Good for gaming and AI
- Excellent keyboard
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x
- Very good for content creation
- Excellent portability
- Very good speakers
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.5
6.6
7.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
300Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
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 ThinkBook 13x is only fair.
The Gigabyte Aorus 17G comes with a high-end GPU and a screen with a fast refresh rate, making it well-suited for gaming and 3D tasks that require smooth visuals and rapid response times. While the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x has a decent processor and good screen quality, its GPU and lower refresh rate screen are not as capable in handling the demands of gaming and graphic-intensive applications.
Content Creation
7.5
8.0
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x 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
7.9
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x and Gigabyte Aorus 17G are both good for software development, though the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x 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
8.2
17.3in
SIZE
13.5in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
300Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
282.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
500.0 nits
The Gigabyte Aorus 17G has a better screen than the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x has a better screen for general use, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, both the Gigabyte Aorus 17G and the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x have high-resolution displays with great brightness and clarity, ensuring comfortable viewing and crisp text, which is why they are considered to have good and very good screen quality, respectively. In engineering and design, where precise color representation is crucial, the ThinkBook's superior color gamut coverage, displaying a wider range of colors more accurately, gives it an edge for tasks like photo editing and graphic design. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the Aorus 17G's lower refresh rate makes it less ideal for the fast-paced visuals and smooth motion that gamers and 3D designers need, even though it might offer a decent picture quality otherwise.
Battery
6.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Gigabyte Aorus 17G has 6 hours of battery life. The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x has 8 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
Excellent
17.3in
SIZE
13.5in
5.9 lbs
WEIGHT
2.7 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x has excellent portability, while the Gigabyte Aorus 17G has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$2,329
$1,399
$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 ThinkBook 13x costs $1,399.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.5
7.9
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
282.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
500.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
6.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.3/10
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x and Gigabyte Aorus 17G are both good for general use.
The Gigabyte Aorus 17G offers a high-performance CPU and ample RAM which makes it excellent for demanding software and multitasking, though its larger size and shorter battery life make it less portable. On the other hand, the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x has a reputation for a quality screen and longer battery life within a more compact and lightweight design, making it ideal for on-the-go users, while still providing sufficient processing power and memory for everyday tasks.
Engineering and Design
7.8
7.9
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.6/10
7.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x and Gigabyte Aorus 17G are both good for engineering and design.
The Gigabyte Aorus 17G, with its robust CPU, high RAM capacity, and powerful GPU makes it exceptional for demanding engineering and design tasks, and its high-quality screen enhances visual precision; however, it's less portable and noisier under load. In contrast, the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x, while still capable in CPU and RAM, is more tailored for on-the-go professionals prioritizing portability, a premium keyboard, and quieter operation, with its GPU and screen quality being sufficient but not as high-performing as the Aorus for intensive graphics work.
Build Quality
7.4
7.6
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x 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 ThinkBook 13x compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Gigabyte Aorus 17G | Lenovo ThinkBook 13x |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$2,329 | $1,399 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2021 | January 30, 2024 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.9'' x 10.8'' x 1'' | 11.6'' x 8.1'' x 0.5'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.95 lbs | 2.7 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.9" | 11.6" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.8" | 8.1" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-11800H | Intel Core Ultra 5 125H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 99 Wh | 74 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 17.3" | 13.5" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2880 x 1920 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 300Hz | 120Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 282 nits | 500 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.1/10 | 9.4/10 | |
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 | 8.4/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
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 | 3 | 0 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 3 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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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.
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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