The Gigabyte G5 is a clear choice for gaming and engineering-related tasks due to its higher performance with a dedicated Nvidia RTX graphics card, more suitable for 3D rendering and intensive applications. However, its bulkier build and lower battery life make it less ideal for frequent travel. The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga, with its superior build quality, lighter weight, and longer battery life, caters to users seeking portability and a premium business laptop. Its touchscreen and 2-in-1 form factor add versatility for general use, though it may not match the Gigabyte G5 in raw performance for more demanding software. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte G5
Good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Very good speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga
Good for software development
Good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Excellent portability
Good battery life
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.3/10
6.0/10
7.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
9.1/10
The Gigabyte G5 is good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga is only fair.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Engineering and Design
7.6/10
6.7/10
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.9/10
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 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga is only fair.
The Gigabyte G5, with its higher-end GPU and ample processing power, is well-suited for engineering software and graphic design tasks that demand substantial computational and graphics handling capabilities, but it's less portable due to greater weight and size.
Screen Quality
6.8/10
7.3/10
15.6in
SIZE
13.5in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
248.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
451.0 nits
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga has a better screen than the Gigabyte G5 for general use, engineering and design, and content creation.
The Gigabyte G5's display may not have the high refresh rate preferred for gaming or the advanced color ranges necessary for engineering and design work, but its decent resolution and brightness make it suitable for typical tasks and minor design work. The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga's higher resolution, superior panel type, and brightness offer an enhanced viewing experience for both general use and color-sensitive engineering tasks, with a color gamut that supports more precise color work. However, both laptops lack the high refresh rates that are crucial for smooth visuals in gaming and high-end 3D applications.
Battery
3.5 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Gigabyte G5 has 3.5 hours of battery life. The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga 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
Good
Excellent
15.6in
SIZE
13.5in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
2.5 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.4in
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga has excellent portability, while the Gigabyte G5 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.2/10
8.0/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga has very good build quality, while the Gigabyte G5 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$868
$725
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Gigabyte G5 has a price of $868 and the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga costs $725.
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga and Gigabyte G5 are both good for general use.
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga is better for general use than the Gigabyte G5 as it has double the RAM for smoother multitasking and a higher quality screen with better resolution and brightness, making it easier on the eyes during prolonged use. Additionally, the ThinkPad is more portable with a lighter weight and longer battery life, essential for users who need mobility, whereas the Gigabyte G5, with a heavier build and shorter battery life, may be more suitable if raw CPU and gaming performance are priorities.
Content Creation
7.2/10
7.3/10
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga 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
6.8/10
7.3/10
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga 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.
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How the Gigabyte G5 and the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga compare to other laptops
"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."
"The ThinkPad X1 Titanium is a showcase of what Lenovo thinks business computing will look like in the near future. People want thinner, lighter laptops with high-quality screens and enough computing power to get their work done. The X1 Titanium achieves these goals with some controversial but innovative design choices, including a redesigned keyboard and a pared-down port selection."
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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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