Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR YB (9UK4430SP) vs. ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603HM)

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In depth comparison and review of Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR YB (9UK4430SP) and ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603HM). 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 17 HDR YB (9UK4430SP) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR YB (9UK4430SP) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

stunning 4k display

powerful i9 processor

high-quality build

excellent color accuracy

fast ssd storage

high price point

heavy design

moderate battery life

limited port selection

ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603HM) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603HM) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

slim, attractive design

good thermal management

versatile connectivity options

premium price tag

average battery life

limited upgradeability

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR YB (9UK4430SP) and ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603HM)
85 % - Design
86 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR YB (9UK4430SP) vs. ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603HM) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR YB (9UK4430SP) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603HM)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 39.6 cm x 27 cm x 2.14 cm 35.5 cm x 24.3 cm x 2.23 cm
Weight 2.5 kg 1.9 kg
Colour Black -
DISPLAY Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR YB (9UK4430SP) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603HM)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" - IPS 16"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 3840 x 2160 (Ultra HD 4K) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 144 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:10
Colour Gamut 100% Adobe RGB 100% sRGB, 75.35% Adobe RGB
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, 3 ms response rate, Pantone Validated, IPS-level
PROCESSOR Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR YB (9UK4430SP) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603HM)
CPU Intel Core i9 (10th Gen) 10980HK / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 11800H / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5.3 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 8-core
Cache - 24 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Intel HM470 -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Platform Trust Technology (PTT) -
MEMORY Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR YB (9UK4430SP) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603HM)
RAM 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 40 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR YB (9UK4430SP) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603HM)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR YB (9UK4430SP) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603HM)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER / Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus, Max-Q design Dynamic Boost
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, four woofers, array microphone
Audio Features Nahimic 3 sound technology Noise-cancellation technology, Smart Amp
COMMUNICATIONS Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR YB (9UK4430SP) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603HM)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650 -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Killer Ethernet E2600 -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR YB (9UK4430SP) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603HM)
Technology Lithium polymer 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 94.24 Wh 90 Wh
AC ADAPTER Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR YB (9UK4430SP) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603HM)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 230 Watt 240 Watt, 20 V, 12 A
INPUT Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR YB (9UK4430SP) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603HM)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes (RGB)
Features Fusion Engine, per-key RGB Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR YB (9UK4430SP) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603HM)
Interfaces USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 3)
USB-C 3.1 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode)
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Headphone output
Microphone input
Mini DisplayPort 1.4
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
LAN
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Memory Card Reader Yes (SDXC UHS-II Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR YB (9UK4430SP) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603HM)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Home
MISCELLANEOUS Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR YB (9UK4430SP) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603HM)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features WINDFORCE Technology System password
Compliant Standards DisplayPort 1.4 -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years -
Model Number - KR007T
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