ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR vs. Gigabyte AERO 15-W9 (Gigabyte AERO 15)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR and Gigabyte AERO 15-W9 (Gigabyte AERO 15). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

ultra-slim design

high refresh rate

powerful graphics performance

RGB keyboard lighting

efficient cooling system

high price tag

limited battery life

no webcam

limited upgradeability

Gigabyte AERO 15-W9 (Gigabyte AERO 15) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Gigabyte AERO 15-W9 (Gigabyte AERO 15) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

stunning 4k display

powerful graphics performance

sleek, lightweight design

efficient cooling system

good battery life

high price point

limited port selection

noisy under load

average webcam quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR and Gigabyte AERO 15-W9 (Gigabyte AERO 15)
84 % - Design
86 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
81 % - Design
84 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR vs. Gigabyte AERO 15-W9 (Gigabyte AERO 15) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR Gigabyte AERO 15-W9 (Gigabyte AERO 15)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36 cm x 26.8 cm x 1.61 cm 35.64 cm x 25 cm x 1.89 cm
Weight 2.1 kg 2 kg
Case Material Aluminum, polycarbonate, magnesium alloy, plastic -
Colour Black -
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR Gigabyte AERO 15-W9 (Gigabyte AERO 15)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6" - 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. 240 Hz 144 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC, 75.35% Adobe RGB -
Features Anti-glare, 3 ms response rate Anti-glare, 5 mm bezel
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR Gigabyte AERO 15-W9 (Gigabyte AERO 15)
CPU Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9750H / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8750H / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores - 6-core
Cache 12 MB -
64-bit Computing - Yes
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 Mobile Intel HM370
Features - Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Platform Trust Technology (PTT)
MEMORY ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR Gigabyte AERO 15-W9 (Gigabyte AERO 15)
RAM 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered)) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 24 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR Gigabyte AERO 15-W9 (Gigabyte AERO 15)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR Gigabyte AERO 15-W9 (Gigabyte AERO 15)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 / Intel UHD Graphics 630 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 / Intel UHD Graphics 630
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features Max-Q design NVIDIA Optimus
Gaming Yes -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Audio Features Smart Amplification technology Nahimic 3 sound technology
VR Ready Yes -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR Gigabyte AERO 15-W9 (Gigabyte AERO 15)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller - Killer Wireless-AC 1550
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features - Killer DoubleShot Pro Technology
BATTERY ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR Gigabyte AERO 15-W9 (Gigabyte AERO 15)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 60 Wh 94.24 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR Gigabyte AERO 15-W9 (Gigabyte AERO 15)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 230 Watt, 19.5 V, 11.8 A 230 Watt
INPUT ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR Gigabyte AERO 15-W9 (Gigabyte AERO 15)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes (RGB)
Features Chiclet keyboard, 4 RGB zones Anti-ghosting, multi-touch touchpad, N-key rollover
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR Gigabyte AERO 15-W9 (Gigabyte AERO 15)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.1 Gen 2
2 x USB 2.0
LAN
USB-C 3.1 (supports Thunderbolt 3)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.1 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode)
USB 3.1 Gen 2
HDMI
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SDXC UHS-II Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR Gigabyte AERO 15-W9 (Gigabyte AERO 15)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR Gigabyte AERO 15-W9 (Gigabyte AERO 15)
Included Accessories Power adapter, 3D ROG sculpture Power adapter
Security - 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)
Compliant Standards MIL-STD 810G, DisplayPort 1.2 -
Model Number AZ044T W9 7UK0250P
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