ASUS ROG Strix G17 (G712LV) vs. Gigabyte AERO 17 SA (7UK1130SO)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS ROG Strix G17 (G712LV) and Gigabyte AERO 17 SA (7UK1130SO). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

ASUS ROG Strix G17 (G712LV) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix G17 (G712LV) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

robust build quality

effective cooling system

spacious keyboard layout

heavy and bulky

short battery life

limited port selection

no webcam included

Gigabyte AERO 17 SA (7UK1130SO) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Gigabyte AERO 17 SA (7UK1130SO) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

stunning 4k display

powerful graphics performance

sleek aluminum chassis

efficient cooling system

good battery life

heavy build

expensive

limited port selection

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Strix G17 (G712LV) and Gigabyte AERO 17 SA (7UK1130SO)
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
83 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Strix G17 (G712LV) vs. Gigabyte AERO 17 SA (7UK1130SO) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Strix G17 (G712LV) Gigabyte AERO 17 SA (7UK1130SO)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 39.9 cm x 29.3 cm x 2.6 cm 39.6 cm x 27 cm x 2.14 cm
Weight 2.85 kg 2.5 kg
Colour Original black -
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Strix G17 (G712LV) Gigabyte AERO 17 SA (7UK1130SO)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 17.3" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 144 Hz 144 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC, 75.35% Adobe RGB -
Features Anti-glare, 3 ms response rate, 170° horizontal and vertical viewing angle, 72% NTSC colour gamut Anti-glare, Pantone Validated, thin bezel design
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Strix G17 (G712LV) Gigabyte AERO 17 SA (7UK1130SO)
CPU Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10875H / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9750H / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5.1 GHz 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 6-core
Cache 16 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset Intel HM470 Mobile Intel HM370
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Platform Trust Technology (PTT)
MEMORY ASUS ROG Strix G17 (G712LV) Gigabyte AERO 17 SA (7UK1130SO)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2933 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE ASUS ROG Strix G17 (G712LV) Gigabyte AERO 17 SA (7UK1130SO)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Strix G17 (G712LV) Gigabyte AERO 17 SA (7UK1130SO)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 / Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti / Intel UHD Graphics 630
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus NVIDIA Optimus
Gaming Yes -
Camera - Yes - HD
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Audio Features Smart Amp Nahimic 3 sound technology
VR Ready Yes -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Strix G17 (G712LV) Gigabyte AERO 17 SA (7UK1130SO)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller - Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Killer Ethernet E2600
Compliant Standards Wi-Fi CERTIFIED 6 -
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY ASUS ROG Strix G17 (G712LV) Gigabyte AERO 17 SA (7UK1130SO)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 66 Wh 94.24 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Strix G17 (G712LV) Gigabyte AERO 17 SA (7UK1130SO)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 230 Watt, 19.5 V, 11.8 A 230 Watt
INPUT ASUS ROG Strix G17 (G712LV) Gigabyte AERO 17 SA (7UK1130SO)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes (RGB)
Features Chiclet keyboard, N-key rollover, 4 RGB zones Fusion Engine, per-key RGB
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Strix G17 (G712LV) Gigabyte AERO 17 SA (7UK1130SO)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN
HDMI
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 3)
USB-C 3.1 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode)
3 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Headphone output
Microphone input
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SDXC UHS-II Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Strix G17 (G712LV) Gigabyte AERO 17 SA (7UK1130SO)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home
Software Included Microsoft 365 (30 days trial), Sonic Studio III, Armoury Crate, GameVisual, GameFirst VI, Aura Creator -
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Strix G17 (G712LV) Gigabyte AERO 17 SA (7UK1130SO)
Included Accessories Power adapter, palm rest label Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features System password, ASUS Aura Sync technology Supra-Cool 2 technology
Compliant Standards - DisplayPort 1.4
SAR Value 0.32 W/kg (body), 0.32 W/kg (limb) -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 2 years
Model Number EV045T -
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