Gigabyte AERO 15-X9 (Gigabyte AERO 15) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q0)

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Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q0)
Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q0)

Our Rating: 78 %

In depth comparison and review of Gigabyte AERO 15-X9 (Gigabyte AERO 15) and Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q0). 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.

Gigabyte AERO 15-X9 (Gigabyte AERO 15) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Gigabyte AERO 15-X9 (Gigabyte AERO 15) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high-resolution display

powerful graphics performance

sleek aluminum design

RGB backlit keyboard

AI-enhanced gaming

high price point

moderate battery life

heavy build

noisy under load

Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q0) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q0) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

excellent build quality

compact and portable

strong security features

impressive battery life

responsive keyboard

average display brightness

limited graphics performance

no HDMI port

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Gigabyte AERO 15-X9 (Gigabyte AERO 15) and Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q0)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Gigabyte AERO 15-X9 (Gigabyte AERO 15) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q0) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Gigabyte AERO 15-X9 (Gigabyte AERO 15) Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q0)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.64 cm x 25 cm x 1.89 cm -
Weight 2 kg 1.22 kg
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY Gigabyte AERO 15-X9 (Gigabyte AERO 15) Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q0)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 13.3"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) -
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 144 Hz -
Widescreen Yes -
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Features Anti-glare -
PROCESSOR Gigabyte AERO 15-X9 (Gigabyte AERO 15) Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q0)
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8750H / 2.2 GHz No CPU
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz -
Number of Cores 6-core -
Cache 9 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 -
MEMORY Gigabyte AERO 15-X9 (Gigabyte AERO 15) Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q0)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed - 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
STORAGE Gigabyte AERO 15-X9 (Gigabyte AERO 15) Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q0)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) -
AUDIO & VIDEO Gigabyte AERO 15-X9 (Gigabyte AERO 15) Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q0)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 / Intel UHD Graphics 630 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus, Max-Q design -
Camera Yes - HD -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium
Audio Features Nahimic 3 sound technology -
COMMUNICATIONS Gigabyte AERO 15-X9 (Gigabyte AERO 15) Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q0)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Killer DoubleShot Pro Technology -
BATTERY Gigabyte AERO 15-X9 (Gigabyte AERO 15) Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q0)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 94.24 Wh 48 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 17.6 hours
AC ADAPTER Gigabyte AERO 15-X9 (Gigabyte AERO 15) Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q0)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 230 Watt -
INPUT Gigabyte AERO 15-X9 (Gigabyte AERO 15) Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q0)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) -
Features Anti-ghosting, Fusion Engine, customisable Macro Keys Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Gigabyte AERO 15-X9 (Gigabyte AERO 15) Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q0)
Interfaces USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 3)
USB-C 3.1 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode)
USB 3.1 Gen 2
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (SDXC UHS-II Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Gigabyte AERO 15-X9 (Gigabyte AERO 15) Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q0)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition -
MISCELLANEOUS Gigabyte AERO 15-X9 (Gigabyte AERO 15) Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q0)
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) 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 CNC Technology (Computer Numerical Control), GIGABYTE RGB Fusion supported Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards DisplayPort 1.4 RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
Model Number X9 7UK0310P -
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