ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (BQ171T) vs. Gigabyte AERO 15-W9 (Gigabyte AERO 15)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (BQ171T) and Gigabyte AERO 15-W9 (Gigabyte AERO 15). 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 FX505GM (BQ171T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (BQ171T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust gaming performance

high-refresh-rate display

durable military-grade construction

efficient cooling system

competitive price point

moderate battery life

heavy build

no thunderbolt support

limited color accuracy

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 TUF Gaming FX505GM (BQ171T) and Gigabyte AERO 15-W9 (Gigabyte AERO 15)
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
85 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
81 % - Design
84 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (BQ171T) vs. Gigabyte AERO 15-W9 (Gigabyte AERO 15) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (BQ171T) Gigabyte AERO 15-W9 (Gigabyte AERO 15)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36 cm x 26.2 cm x 2.6 cm 35.64 cm x 25 cm x 1.89 cm
Weight 2.2 kg 2 kg
Colour Black IMR -
DISPLAY ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (BQ171T) 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. 60 Hz 144 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-reflective Anti-glare, 5 mm bezel
PROCESSOR ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (BQ171T) Gigabyte AERO 15-W9 (Gigabyte AERO 15)
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8750H / 2.2 GHz Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8750H / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 6-core
Cache 9 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 Mobile Intel HM370
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Platform Trust Technology (PTT)
MEMORY ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (BQ171T) Gigabyte AERO 15-W9 (Gigabyte AERO 15)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 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
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (BQ171T) Gigabyte AERO 15-W9 (Gigabyte AERO 15)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (BQ171T) 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 GTX 1060 / Intel UHD Graphics 630 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 / Intel UHD Graphics 630
Video Memory 6 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 FX505GM (BQ171T) 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 Gigabit Ethernet
Features - Killer DoubleShot Pro Technology
BATTERY ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (BQ171T) Gigabyte AERO 15-W9 (Gigabyte AERO 15)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 48 Wh 94.24 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (BQ171T) Gigabyte AERO 15-W9 (Gigabyte AERO 15)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 180 Watt, 19.5 V, 9.23 A 230 Watt
INPUT ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (BQ171T) Gigabyte AERO 15-W9 (Gigabyte AERO 15)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features - Anti-ghosting, multi-touch touchpad, N-key rollover
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (BQ171T) Gigabyte AERO 15-W9 (Gigabyte AERO 15)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
LAN
HDMI
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 TUF Gaming FX505GM (BQ171T) Gigabyte AERO 15-W9 (Gigabyte AERO 15)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (BQ171T) Gigabyte AERO 15-W9 (Gigabyte AERO 15)
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)
SAR Value 0.04 W/kg (body), 0.04 W/kg (limb) -
Model Number - W9 7UK0250P
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