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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Gigabyte Aorus 5 is geared towards intense gaming and 3D applications, offering robust performance with its high-end processor and graphics card but comes at a higher price and is less portable with a heavier build and shorter battery life. In contrast, the HP Dragonfly Pro 14 is more affordable and extremely portable with a longer battery life, making it suitable for business and general use. Its processor and graphics are capable for everyday tasks and some creative endeavors, though not as powerful as the Aorus 5 for demanding software or gaming. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte Aorus 5
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good overall display quality
Advantages of the HP Dragonfly Pro 14"
- Very good for general use
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good portability
- Very good battery life
- Best in class speakers
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.9
6.5
8.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
360Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 5 is good for gaming and AI, while the HP Dragonfly Pro 14" is only fair.
The Gigabyte Aorus 5 provides better performance for gaming and 3D applications due to its high-end Nvidia RTX 3070 graphics card and a screen refresh rate of 360, which makes graphics smoother and more responsive. In comparison, the HP Dragonfly Pro 14" has an AMD Radeon 680M, which is less powerful and has a lower refresh rate of 60, thus offering a less optimal gaming and 3D experience.
Engineering and Design
8.2
7.6
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.7/10
8.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Gigabyte Aorus 5 is very good for engineering and design, while the HP Dragonfly Pro 14" is good.
The Gigabyte Aorus 5 boasts a high-performance Intel i7 CPU and Nvidia RTX 3070 GPU, which are very suitable for demanding engineering and design tasks, although it has a standard screen quality; conversely, the HP Dragonfly Pro 14" has a capable AMD Ryzen 7 CPU and Radeon 680M GPU with a higher resolution and brighter screen that benefits detailed design work, but it is not as powerful for highly intensive tasks. While the Aorus 5 is less portable and noisier, which could be less appealing in quiet workspaces, the Dragonfly Pro offers better portability, a robust keyboard, and superior speakers which enhance the user experience during presentations or media consumption.
Software Development
7.3
7.8
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" and Gigabyte Aorus 5 are both good for software development, though the HP Dragonfly Pro 14" 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
7.1
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
360Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
280.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
405.0 nits
The Gigabyte Aorus 5 has a better screen than the HP Dragonfly Pro 14" for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design, while the HP Dragonfly Pro 14" has a better screen for content creation, and software development.
For general use, both the Gigabyte Aorus 5 and HP Dragonfly Pro feature displays with adequate resolution and brightness which ensures a crisp and vivid viewing experience that is suitable for everyday tasks like browsing and video streaming. In terms of engineering and design, these laptops offer screens with good color coverage, which helps in accurate color reproduction critical for tasks like photo editing and graphic design. However, for gaming and 3D applications which demand high refresh rates for smoother motion and better responsiveness, both laptops fall short as they prioritize resolution and color accuracy over refresh rate.
Battery
5.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The Gigabyte Aorus 5 has 5 hours of battery life. The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" has 10 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
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
5.0 lbs
WEIGHT
3.4 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" has very good portability, while the Gigabyte Aorus 5 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4
8.5
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" has very good build quality, while the Gigabyte Aorus 5 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$2,359
$1,400
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The Gigabyte Aorus 5 has a price of $2,359 and the HP Dragonfly Pro 14" costs $1,400.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.5
8.0
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
280.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
405.0 nits
5.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
6.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.2/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers HP Dragonfly Pro 14" to be very good for general use, while the Gigabyte Aorus 5 is good.
The Gigabyte Aorus 5 is seen as good for general use because of its strong CPU and RAM, yet it's less portable and has moderate battery life which might not suit users on the go. In comparison, the HP Dragonfly Pro 14" rates higher for general use due to its combination of a high-quality screen, excellent portability, and extended battery life, alongside a solid CPU and sufficient RAM, making it versatile for a variety of settings.
Content Creation
7.6
7.9
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" and Gigabyte Aorus 5 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.
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Spec Comparison
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| Gigabyte Aorus 5 | HP Dragonfly Pro 14" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$2,359 | $1,400 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | June 1, 2022 | July 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 10'' x 1.08'' | 12.4'' x 8.8'' x 0.72'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.07 lbs | 3.42 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14" | 12.39" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10" | 8.78" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12700H | AMD Ryzen 7 7736U | |
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 | 5 Hours | 10 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 99 Wh | 64.6 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 360Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 280 nits | 405 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.7/10 | 8.3/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 9.6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 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 | 3 | 0 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 3 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 3 | |
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Gigabyte Aorus 5
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Vincent Chang | June 2022
"The Gigabyte Aorus 5 SE4 is a capable mainstream gaming notebook that will run the latest PC games with aplomb. However, it's not your stereotypical flashy gaming PC. Gigabyte has added some interesting tweaks. For example, the webcam placement and its Microsoft Azure AI tool — to automatically switch between power modes — are unusual for this genre. But more importantly, the pricing is fairly competitive and reasonable."
HP Dragonfly Pro 14"
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Brendan Nystedt | March 2023
"I’d say that the HP Dragonfly Pro checks off most of the boxes for this freelancer. It feels nice to use, is zippy and responsive, has great speakers, and even has a relatively sane price. Although it’s an unorthodox choice to pick AMD for this kind of machine, it’s clear that when Ryzen is given a chance to shine, it can kick a lot of butt."
Get a great deal on the Gigabyte Aorus 5 or the HP Dragonfly Pro 14"
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 HP
HP, also known as Hewlett-Packard, is an American technology company that develops personal computers and computer peripherals. In the laptop industry, HP is known for its entry level Essential series laptops, its mid-range Pavilion, Envy, and Victus series, and high-end Omen and Spectre series, in addition to its business-oriented EliteBook, ProBook, and Dragonfly series laptops. HP laptops generally undercut other mainstream competitors in terms of price, placing itself as the value-oriented mainstream brand.
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