The Gigabyte Aorus 7 offers superior performance for 3D rendering, machine learning, gaming, and engineering tasks with its more powerful GPU compared to the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s which has an integrated graphics solution. However, the ThinkBook 13s is more portable due to its smaller size and weight, and it has a higher-resolution screen, is touch-enabled, and may have longer battery life. If portability and battery life are high priorities for you, and you mostly intend to use the laptop for general tasks or business use, the ThinkBook 13s could be the better choice. Otherwise, the Gigabyte Aorus 7 is better suited for performance-intensive tasks, despite being less portable and possibly more expensive. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte Aorus 7
Very good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Very good overall display quality
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s
Excellent portability
Very good speakers
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.8/10
6.4/10
8.1/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
360Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.3/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 7 is good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s is only fair.
The Gigabyte Aorus 7 is equipped with a more powerful graphics card, the Nvidia RTX 4060, and a higher screen refresh rate of 360Hz, which are crucial for superior gaming and 3D performance. In contrast, the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s uses an integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics and a lower screen refresh rate of 60Hz, making it less capable for demanding gaming and 3D tasks.
Engineering and Design
8.1/10
7.5/10
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
8.1/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Gigabyte Aorus 7 is very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s is good.
The Gigabyte Aorus 7 is considered very good for engineering and design use due to its higher-end GPU, beneficial for graphics-intensive applications, and a screen with a high refresh rate that might be more appealing for design tasks requiring smooth visual transitions. In contrast, the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s, while also suitable for engineering and design, offers greater portability and a higher-resolution display, which may contribute to detailed work but lacks the advanced GPU and lower screen refresh rate of the Aorus 7.
Screen Quality
8.3/10
7.2/10
17.3in
SIZE
13.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
360Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
351.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
336.0 nits
The Gigabyte Aorus 7 has a better screen than the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s has a better screen for content creation.
For general use, the Aorus 7's vibrant display with high resolution and brightness offers a crisp and clear viewing experience, while the ThinkBook 13s provides a similar level of detail and readability but may not be as bright. For engineering and design tasks, both laptops deliver ample color accuracy meeting professional standards, making them suitable for precise color work, though the Aorus 7 might have a slight edge in color range. However, for gaming and 3D work, the Aorus 7 falls short due to a lower refresh rate, which means it isn't as smooth for fast-paced visuals compared to options with higher refresh rates, and the same goes for the ThinkBook 13s.
Battery
6.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Gigabyte Aorus 7 has 6 hours of battery life. The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s 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
13.3in
5.9 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s has excellent portability, while the Gigabyte Aorus 7 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,190
$1,000
$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 Lenovo ThinkBook 13s costs $1,000.
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s and Gigabyte Aorus 7 are both good for general use.
The Gigabyte Aorus 7 offers solid performance for general use with a capable CPU and ample RAM, and its larger screen provides a comfortable viewing experience at the cost of heavier weight and lower battery life compared to the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s, which combines portability with a high-resolution touchscreen and a slightly more powerful CPU, also suitable for general use tasks with good battery life. While the Aorus 7 is better suited for users looking for a larger display and dedicated graphics, the ThinkBook 13s excels in mobility and screen quality, making it ideal for those who prioritize portability and sharper visuals.
Content Creation
7.6/10
7.8/10
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s 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
7.7/10
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s 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.
Build Quality
7.4/10
7.6/10
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s and Gigabyte Aorus 7 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 Lenovo ThinkBook 13s 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 best thing about the ThinkBook 13S is that it’s a good deal. Business buyers looking for ThinkPad-level performance and software without ThinkPad pricing will probably find the ThinkBook a solid option. While nothing about it is really spectacular, it’s certainly unusual to see the ThinkBook’s screen resolution at a sub-$1,000 price, and its performance will be more than adequate for most office tasks. The generous port selection, 16:10 aspect ratio, physical webcam shutter, and clear audio are certainly icing on the cake."
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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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