ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DU (AL228T) vs. Gigabyte AERO 17 WA (7UK1130SQ)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DU (AL228T) and Gigabyte AERO 17 WA (7UK1130SQ). 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 TUF Gaming FX505DU (AL228T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DU (AL228T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust gaming performance

affordable price point

sturdy build quality

efficient cooling system

full hd display

heavyweight design

moderate battery life

no thunderbolt support

limited upgradeability

Gigabyte AERO 17 WA (7UK1130SQ) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Gigabyte AERO 17 WA (7UK1130SQ) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high-resolution display

powerful graphics performance

slim, attractive design

good thermal management

fast ssd storage

premium price point

average battery life

limited port selection

heavier than competitors

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DU (AL228T) and Gigabyte AERO 17 WA (7UK1130SQ)
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DU (AL228T) vs. Gigabyte AERO 17 WA (7UK1130SQ) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DU (AL228T) Gigabyte AERO 17 WA (7UK1130SQ)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.04 cm x 26.2 cm x 2.68 cm 39.6 cm x 27 cm x 2.14 cm
Weight 2.3 kg 2.5 kg
Colour Gold steel -
DISPLAY ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DU (AL228T) Gigabyte AERO 17 WA (7UK1130SQ)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 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. 120 Hz 144 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC, 47.1% Adobe RGB, 62.5% sRGB -
Features Anti-glare, NanoEdge display, 170° horizontal and vertical viewing angle Anti-glare, Pantone Validated, thin bezel design
PROCESSOR ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DU (AL228T) Gigabyte AERO 17 WA (7UK1130SQ)
CPU AMD Ryzen 7 3750H / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9750H / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4 GHz 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 6-core
Cache 4 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset - Mobile Intel HM370
Features - Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Platform Trust Technology (PTT)
MEMORY ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DU (AL228T) Gigabyte AERO 17 WA (7UK1130SQ)
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 2400 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed - 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DU (AL228T) Gigabyte AERO 17 WA (7UK1130SQ)
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 TUF Gaming FX505DU (AL228T) Gigabyte AERO 17 WA (7UK1130SQ)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti / AMD Radeon RX Vega 10 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 / 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 - 720p Yes - HD
Image Sensor Type CMOS -
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards DTS Headphone:X -
Audio Features - Nahimic 3 sound technology
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DU (AL228T) Gigabyte AERO 17 WA (7UK1130SQ)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 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
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DU (AL228T) Gigabyte AERO 17 WA (7UK1130SQ)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 48 Wh 94.24 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DU (AL228T) Gigabyte AERO 17 WA (7UK1130SQ)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 180 Watt, 19.5 V, 9.23 A 230 Watt
INPUT ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DU (AL228T) Gigabyte AERO 17 WA (7UK1130SQ)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes (RGB)
Features Chiclet keyboard, ASUS Overstroke technologie Fusion Engine, N-key rollover, per-key RGB
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DU (AL228T) Gigabyte AERO 17 WA (7UK1130SQ)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN
HDMI
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 TUF Gaming FX505DU (AL228T) Gigabyte AERO 17 WA (7UK1130SQ)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home
Software Included Microsoft 365 (30 days trial), Armoury Crate -
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DU (AL228T) Gigabyte AERO 17 WA (7UK1130SQ)
Included Accessories Power adapter, ASUS TUF backpack, ASUS TUF Gaming M5 Mouse Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features MIL-STD-810G tested, ASUS Aura Sync technology, anti-dust cooling system, HyperCool thermal system Supra-Cool 2 technology
Compliant Standards - DisplayPort 1.4
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 2 years
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