ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GE (BQ398T) vs. Gigabyte AERO 15 SA (7UK2130SH)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GE (BQ398T) and Gigabyte AERO 15 SA (7UK2130SH). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GE (BQ398T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GE (BQ398T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust gaming performance

affordable price point

durable military-grade design

backlit keyboard feature

decent audio quality

average battery life

heavyweight build

no thunderbolt support

standard display quality

Gigabyte AERO 15 SA (7UK2130SH) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Gigabyte AERO 15 SA (7UK2130SH) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high-resolution display

slim, lightweight design

powerful graphics performance

fast ssd storage

good battery life

premium price tag

limited port selection

average sound quality

heats up under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GE (BQ398T) and Gigabyte AERO 15 SA (7UK2130SH)
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GE (BQ398T) vs. Gigabyte AERO 15 SA (7UK2130SH) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GE (BQ398T) Gigabyte AERO 15 SA (7UK2130SH)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36 cm x 26.2 cm x 2.6 cm 35.6 cm x 25 cm x 2 cm
Weight 2.2 kg 2 kg
Colour Black IMR Black
DISPLAY ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GE (BQ398T) Gigabyte AERO 15 SA (7UK2130SH)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness 200 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC, 47.34% Adobe RGB, 62.5% sRGB -
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, IGZO technology, Pantone Validated
PROCESSOR ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GE (BQ398T) Gigabyte AERO 15 SA (7UK2130SH)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8300H / 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 8 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 Mobile Intel HM370
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Intel Platform Trust Technology (PTT)
MEMORY ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GE (BQ398T) Gigabyte AERO 15 SA (7UK2130SH)
RAM 16 GB (1 x 16 GB) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed - 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GE (BQ398T) Gigabyte AERO 15 SA (7UK2130SH)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) - Intel
Secondary Storage 1 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm -
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GE (BQ398T) Gigabyte AERO 15 SA (7UK2130SH)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti / Intel UHD Graphics 630 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti / Intel UHD Graphics 630
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus NVIDIA Optimus
Gaming Yes -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Audio Features - Nahimic 3 sound technology
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GE (BQ398T) Gigabyte AERO 15 SA (7UK2130SH)
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
BATTERY ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GE (BQ398T) Gigabyte AERO 15 SA (7UK2130SH)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 48 Wh 94.24 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GE (BQ398T) Gigabyte AERO 15 SA (7UK2130SH)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 120 Watt, 19 V, 6.3 A 230 Watt
INPUT ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GE (BQ398T) Gigabyte AERO 15 SA (7UK2130SH)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes (RGB)
Features - Fusion Engine, per-key RGB
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GE (BQ398T) Gigabyte AERO 15 SA (7UK2130SH)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
LAN
HDMI
LAN
USB-C 3.1 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 3)
3 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SDXC UHS-II Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GE (BQ398T) Gigabyte AERO 15 SA (7UK2130SH)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GE (BQ398T) Gigabyte AERO 15 SA (7UK2130SH)
Included Accessories Power adapter, palm rest label 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)
Features - GIGABYTE RGB Fusion supported, Supra-Cool 2 technology
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 2 years
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