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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Gigabyte G5 offers a strong performance for 3D tasks, machine learning, and gaming due to its superior graphics card. It's also equipped with a faster screen refresh rate and better color coverage which is beneficial for gamers and creative professionals. However, its battery lasts not as long as the HP, and it's slightly heavier, diminishing portability slightly. On the other hand, the HP 17" Laptop, with more RAM and a larger screen, excels in general and engineering use. It has a longer-lasting battery, making it more suitable for extended use without a charger. The trade-off is that it lacks the advanced gaming features like hardware ray tracing and DLSS found in the Gigabyte G5, and it's not optimized for intense graphics work. If you're seeking better raw computing performance and don't need advanced graphics, the HP is a favorable choice, especially if battery life and screen size are important. For those prioritizing gaming or graphic-intensive tasks, the Gigabyte G5 would be the better option despite the higher price and lesser portability. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte G5
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Good overall build quality
- Very good speakers
- Good keyboard
Advantages of the HP 17" Laptop
- Good for software development
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.3
6.2
7.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The Gigabyte G5 is good for gaming and AI, while the HP 17" Laptop is only fair.
The Gigabyte G5 is better suited for gaming and 3D tasks because it has a more powerful dedicated Nvidia graphics card and a higher screen refresh rate, which are crucial for fast-paced visuals and overall gaming performance. In comparison, the HP 17" Laptop has an integrated GPU within its AMD processor, which is generally less powerful for graphics-intensive tasks, and a standard screen refresh rate, making it fair for gaming but not as capable as the Gigabyte G5.
Engineering and Design
7.6
6.8
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
7.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Gigabyte G5 is good for engineering and design, while the HP 17" Laptop is only fair.
The Gigabyte G5 excels in engineering and design use due to its advanced Intel CPU and dedicated Nvidia GPU, which are crucial for computation and graphics-intensive tasks, while its high-refresh-rate IPS display ensures a smooth visual experience.
Screen Quality
6.8
6.6
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
248.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
287.0 nits
The Gigabyte G5 has a better screen than the HP 17" Laptop for gaming and AI, while the HP 17" Laptop has a better screen for content creation.
When considering general use, the Gigabyte G5 and HP 17" Laptop offer sufficient resolution and brightness for everyday tasks like browsing and video streaming, but they may lack the superior clarity and vibrancy found in higher-end displays. For engineering and design work, both laptops provide adequate color representation, but they don't cover the wider color gamuts that are crucial for professionals requiring color accuracy. In gaming and 3D applications, their low refresh rates hinder smooth motion rendering, making them less suitable for fast-paced games that benefit from quick screen refreshes.
Battery
3.5 Hours
5.5 Hours
The Gigabyte G5 has 3.5 hours of battery life. The HP 17" Laptop has 5.5 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.
Build Quality
7.2
6.0
The Gigabyte G5 has good build quality, while the HP 17" Laptop has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.1
7.3
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
248.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
287.0 nits
3.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.5 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
7.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.1/10
The HP 17" Laptop and Gigabyte G5 are both good for general use.
The HP 17" Laptop boasts a more powerful CPU and double the RAM compared to the Gigabyte G5, enhancing its performance for general use although both have similar storage capabilities and screen resolutions. Despite the Gigabyte G5's adequate performance, the HP's larger screen and better battery life offer users an increased experience in daily tasks, while its superior screen quality and higher emphasis on portability and battery life make it more tailored to non-specialized needs.
Content Creation
7.2
7.2
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The HP 17" Laptop and Gigabyte G5 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
6.8
7.1
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers HP 17" Laptop to be good for software development, while the Gigabyte G5 is only fair.
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.
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
4.5 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The Gigabyte G5 and HP 17" Laptop both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$868
$850
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Gigabyte G5 has a price of $868 and the HP 17" Laptop costs $850.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Gigabyte G5 | HP 17" Laptop |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$868 | $850 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | June 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 9.4'' x 0.89'' | 15.8'' x 10.2'' x 0.81'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.19 lbs | 4.58 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.2" | 15.78" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.4" | 10.15" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-12500H | AMD Ryzen 7 7730U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 3.5 Hours | 5.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 54 Wh | 41 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 248 nits | 287 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.4/10 | 7.2/10 | |
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 | 8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 6/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Gigabyte G5
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Vaidyanathan Subramaniam | April 2023
"The Gigabyte G5 KE is a midrange gaming laptop that checks most boxes. Gigabyte makes good use of the Core i5-12500H and RTX 3060 Laptop GPU combo, and we find no untoward issues with overall performance. The dual-fan quad-heatpipe cooling arrangement does well to ensure that the underlying hardware doesn't throttle under load. That being said, the display is below par when compared to 2023 standards, especially when competing devices."
HP 17" Laptop
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Francisco Lahoz | November 2022
"As far as starter laptops go, the HP Laptop 17 is a sound investment. Sure, it might not be the lightest of options, but what you get for the price is a well-rounded machine that fits multiple niches. Whether it be office duties that require you to multi-task between multiple programs, or study tasks in which you’ll spend hours browsing online, this laptop does it all. Plus, when it's time to unwind, you can watch your favorite shows or movies on a super-wide display. What's best of all is that you can do all this for about half a day on a single charge."
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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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