Based on your needs, the HP Omen 16 might be the better choice if you prioritize a faster processor for intensive tasks such as engineering software or complex calculations; it also has a higher refresh rate display which is better for fast-paced gaming. However, the Gigabyte Aorus 7 offers a larger screen and slightly better battery life, which might be preferred for multimedia consumption and longer work sessions away from an outlet. Neither laptop is particularly lightweight or compact, so portability is comparable, with the Omen being slightly lighter. Both have good build quality and are equipped with ample connectivity options, but if customizing keyboard lighting is important to you, then both offer this feature. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte Aorus 7
Very good overall display quality
Advantages of the HP Omen 16
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good speakers
Key differences
Screen Quality
8.3/10
7.6/10
17.3in
SIZE
16.1in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
360Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
351.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
338.0 nits
The Gigabyte Aorus 7 has a better screen than the HP Omen 16 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design, while the HP Omen 16 has a better screen for content creation.
If you primarily use your laptop for general tasks like browsing and watching videos, both the Gigabyte Aorus 7 and HP Omen 16 offer pleasing displays with adequate resolution and brightness, but keep in mind they won't excel in vibrancy or color accuracy compared to higher-end screens. For engineering and design work, where precise color representation matters, these laptops might fall short due to limited color gamut coverage, which is crucial for accurate color work. Gamers and those into 3D graphics will likely find the refresh rates on both models insufficient for smooth, responsive gameplay, with the resolution and panel quality only moderately compensating for this drawback.
Portability
Fair
Fair
17.3in
SIZE
16.1in
5.9 lbs
WEIGHT
5.4 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The HP Omen 16 and Gigabyte Aorus 7 both have only fair portability, though the HP Omen 16 has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,190
$1,100
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
The Gigabyte Aorus 7 has a price of $1,190 and the HP Omen 16 costs $1,100.
The HP Omen 16 and Gigabyte Aorus 7 are both good for general use.
The Gigabyte Aorus 7, with its larger screen and high-refresh rate display, caters to immersive general computing experiences, but is less portable due to its size and shorter battery life than the HP Omen 16, which offers better CPU performance and portability, making it ideal for on-the-go use without sacrificing screen quality or computing power. Both laptops possess ample RAM and quality IPS displays for crisp visuals, while the HP Omen 16 nudges ahead in overall portability and battery efficiency, despite both having comparable screen sizes and hardware performance, making the HP Omen 16 a slightly more versatile option for general use.
Gaming and AI
7.8/10
8.0/10
8.1/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
360Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers HP Omen 16 to be very good for gaming and AI, while the Gigabyte Aorus 7 is good.
The Gigabyte Aorus 7 stands out with a higher screen refresh rate which is better for smooth gaming and 3D experiences, but the HP Omen 16's superior CPU and overall screen quality make it very good for demanding games and 3D tasks. Both laptops have the same GPU, which is essential for gaming performance, but the difference in screen refresh rate and CPU prowess can influence a user's preference based on whether they prioritize ultra-smooth visuals or raw computational power.
Engineering and Design
8.1/10
8.4/10
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
8.1/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The HP Omen 16 and Gigabyte Aorus 7 are both very good for engineering and design.
The Gigabyte Aorus 7 is equipped with a solid CPU and high-refresh-rate screen, accompanied by a powerful GPU and substantial RAM, suiting it for demanding engineering and design tasks; however, its larger size and weight may reduce portability. The HP Omen 16, while offering a higher-tier CPU and equally competent GPU and RAM, also features a high-quality screen and is lighter and slimmer, enhancing its portability without compromising on the performance necessary for engineering and design applications.
Content Creation
7.6/10
7.8/10
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The HP Omen 16 and Gigabyte Aorus 7 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.
Software Development
7.4/10
7.6/10
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The HP Omen 16 and Gigabyte Aorus 7 are both good for software development.
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.
Battery
6.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Gigabyte Aorus 7 has 6 hours of battery life. The HP Omen 16 has 6 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.
Build Quality
7.4/10
7.4/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 7 and HP Omen 16 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 7 and the HP Omen 16 compare to other laptops
"The Gigabyte Aorus 7 is a gaming laptop that is pitched at perhaps the hardest market to get right: the mid-range. So, unlike high-end gaming laptops that can throw the latest and greatest components together in a bid to attract gamers with plenty of money to spend, or budget gaming laptops that can make wise cuts that are justified as long as the price is low enough, mid-rangers like the Gigabyte Aorus 7 have to balance the two."
"The Omen 16 has proven to be a fairly good mid-range gaming laptop with all-around improvements compared to the Omen 15. The high overall performance level across all use cases, the long battery life, and the good FHD display constitute the main advantages of this HP laptop. The main drawbacks are the faulty touchpad (one-off?) and the high latencies that can be observed even after just opening the browser. Furthermore, the useless, preinstalled 30-day trial versions of various software also fall under the category "unnecessary"."
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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 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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