The Gigabyte Aorus 5 is tailored for gaming and heavy tasks with superior graphics and processing power, justifying its higher price; however, it's heavier and can drain the battery faster. In contrast, the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 is more affordable, lightweight, and has longer battery life, making it suitable for general use and business applications. If you prioritize gaming or demanding software, consider the Aorus 5, but for daily tasks and better portability, the ThinkPad X13 is a sensible choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte Aorus 5
Good for gaming and AI
Very good overall display quality
Very good speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkPad X13
Very good for general use
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall build quality
Very good portability
Good battery life
Excellent keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.5/10
8.4/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
280.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
5.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.5 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
6.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.9/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 is very good for general use, while the Gigabyte Aorus 5 is good.
The Gigabyte Aorus 5, equipped with a high-powered CPU and ample RAM, has the muscle for general use, but its gaming-oriented design means it might fall short on battery life and portability compared to the Lenovo ThinkPad X13, which offers a balance of performance with a longer-lasting battery, lighter build, and a screen that delivers quality visuals for everyday tasks. While both handle general use effectively, the ThinkPad X13's emphasis on portability and screen quality, along with a solid keyboard and better battery life, make it stand out for users requiring mobility and all-day use without sacrificing performance.
Gaming and AI
7.9/10
6.7/10
8.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.0/10
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 Lenovo ThinkPad X13 is only fair.
The Gigabyte Aorus 5 is equipped with a higher-end GPU and a screen with a faster refresh rate, which enhances gaming and 3D experiences by providing smoother visuals and can better handle more demanding graphics tasks. While the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 can handle moderate gaming, its GPU and screen refresh rate are not as advanced, and although it has a capable CPU and good screen quality, this makes it less ideal for those high-intensity applications.
Content Creation
7.6/10
8.2/10
9.1/10
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 X13 is very good for content creation, while the Gigabyte Aorus 5 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
7.3/10
8.1/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 is very good for software development, while the Gigabyte Aorus 5 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
15.6in
SIZE
13.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
360Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
280.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
The Gigabyte Aorus 5 has a better screen than the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design, while the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 has a better screen for content creation, and software development.
For general use, the Gigabyte Aorus 5 and Lenovo ThinkPad X13 offer adequate resolution and brightness, making text and images sharp and easy to see in various lighting conditions, which is essential for daily tasks like browsing and document work. With engineering and design work prioritized, both laptops have sufficient color coverage to ensure accurate representation of visuals, but they lack the broader color gamuts some professionals may need for high-end color work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, their screens fall short due to average refresh rates, which can make fast-paced action look less smooth, but this might be a secondary concern if you don't prioritize gaming performance.
Battery
5.0 Hours
8.5 Hours
The Gigabyte Aorus 5 has 5 hours of battery life. The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 has 8.5 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
13.3in
5.0 lbs
WEIGHT
2.8 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 has very good portability, while the Gigabyte Aorus 5 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4/10
8.5/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 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
$1,241
$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 Lenovo ThinkPad X13 costs $1,241.
The Gigabyte Aorus 5 and Lenovo ThinkPad X13 are both very good for engineering and design.
The Gigabyte Aorus 5, with its high-performance CPU, abundant RAM, and dedicated GPU, excels in handling demanding engineering applications and offers a superior screen for detailed design work. In contrast, the Lenovo ThinkPad X13, while offering quality CPU and RAM for engineering tasks, trades some graphical power and screen quality for greater portability and a more comfortable keyboard, making it suitable for engineers and designers who prioritize mobility and typing experience.
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How the Gigabyte Aorus 5 and the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 compare to other laptops
"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."
"The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 G4 has very good input devices, a wide array of security features and ports as well as 5G in the tested configuration. It is more compact and lightweight compared with its predecessor, and it has improved speakers and a slightly better webcam. On the other hand, the fan is more annoying and the performance is barely improved. The battery is worse as well, but this is primarily attributable to the OLED screen - if this aspect is important, buyers should choose the IPS Low Power LCD."
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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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