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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Gigabyte G5 offers better performance for 3D rendering, machine learning, and engineering tasks, due to its more powerful Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU; however, this also makes it heavier and less portable. In contrast, the XPG Xenia 14, with its lighter weight and significantly longer battery life, is better suited for on-the-go users and general use. The Xenia 14 has a higher RAM capacity out of the box, which could be beneficial for multitasking. Both laptops are similarly priced and feature the same storage capacity. 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 XPG Xenia 14
- Good for software development
- Excellent portability
- Very good battery life
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.3
6.1
7.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The Gigabyte G5 is good for gaming and AI, while the XPG Xenia 14 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
6.8
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
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 XPG Xenia 14 is only fair.
The Gigabyte G5 is equipped with a high-performance CPU and a dedicated GPU which makes it well-suited for demanding engineering and design tasks, though it is less portable due to its size and weight. In contrast, the XPG Xenia 14, while more portable and with better screen resolution and color coverage, has a lower performance integrated GPU and a less powerful CPU, which may limit its capability for highly intensive tasks despite having more memory.
Screen Quality
6.8
6.9
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
248.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
The Gigabyte G5 has a better screen than the XPG Xenia 14 for gaming and AI, while the XPG Xenia 14 has a better screen for general use, engineering and design, and content creation.
If you prioritize a crisp and bright display for everyday tasks like browsing or document editing, the XPG Xenia 14's superior resolution and panel type offer a more vibrant and sharp experience. For professionals in engineering and design, the Xenia 14's higher color accuracy covers a broader range of colors, ensuring that your work is seen with the intended detail and hue. However, for gaming and 3D applications where smooth motion is key, both laptops may fall short due to their lower refresh rates, although the Gigabyte G5 would be less suitable as it also has lower resolution and panel quality.
Battery
3.5 Hours
10.0 Hours
The Gigabyte G5 has 3.5 hours of battery life. The XPG Xenia 14 has 10 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
14.0in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
2.2 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The XPG Xenia 14 has excellent portability, while the Gigabyte G5 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$868
$800
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Gigabyte G5 has a price of $868 and the XPG Xenia 14 costs $800.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.1
7.3
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
248.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
3.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.2/10
The XPG Xenia 14 and Gigabyte G5 are both good for general use.
The XPG Xenia 14 is rated higher for general use than the Gigabyte G5 primarily because it offers more RAM for smoother multitasking, a higher-resolution screen for sharper visuals, and significantly longer battery life for extended usage without recharging. Additionally, the Xenia 14 is more portable due to its lighter weight and smaller size, making it easier to carry around, whereas the G5, with its larger and heavier build, is less convenient to transport despite having a more powerful CPU and GPU which might be more suitable for demanding tasks like gaming or 3D rendering.
Content Creation
7.2
7.4
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The XPG Xenia 14 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
7.2
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers XPG Xenia 14 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.
Build Quality
7.2
7.2
The Gigabyte G5 and XPG Xenia 14 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 G5 and the XPG Xenia 14 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Gigabyte G5 | XPG Xenia 14 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$868 | $800 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | October 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 9.4'' x 0.89'' | 12.2'' x 8.5'' x 0.59'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.19 lbs | 2.2 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.2" | 12.2" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.4" | 8.46" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-12500H | Intel i5-1135G7 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 3.5 Hours | 10 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 54 Wh | 53 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 248 nits | 321 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.4/10 | 9.3/10 | |
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 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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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."
XPG Xenia 14
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Allen Ngo | July 2021
"The Xenia 14 is a top 14-inch laptop under 1 kg. ADATA isn't exactly known for its laptops and so we weren't expecting much from its first 14-inch Ultrabook. With that said, we're pleasantly surprised by how well the Xenia 14 looks and performs. Not only is it incredibly light, but it has a color accurate 16:10 display, high CPU and GPU performance, easy RAM and SSD serviceability, plenty of port options including Thunderbolt 4, and long battery life. It packs a lot of punch and features considering the size and weight to be better than even the LG Gram series."
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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.
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