Gigabyte AERO 15 SA (7UK2130SH) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Gigabyte AERO 15 SA (7UK2130SH) and Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ). 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 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

Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

efficient thermal management

reliable security features

mediocre display brightness

limited graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Gigabyte AERO 15 SA (7UK2130SH) and Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ)
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
83 % - Design
75 % - Display
78 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Gigabyte AERO 15 SA (7UK2130SH) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Gigabyte AERO 15 SA (7UK2130SH) Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.6 cm x 25 cm x 2 cm 32.9 cm x 22.615 cm x 1.67 cm
Weight 2 kg 1.33 kg
Case Material - Carbon fibre reinforced plastic, magnesium-aluminum alloy
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY Gigabyte AERO 15 SA (7UK2130SH) Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology - LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 240 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness - 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 72%
Features Anti-glare, IGZO technology, Pantone Validated Anti-glare, Low Power
PROCESSOR Gigabyte AERO 15 SA (7UK2130SH) Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ)
CPU Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9750H / 2.6 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 3500U / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz 3.7 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core Quad-Core
Cache - L3 - 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 -
Features Intel Platform Trust Technology (PTT) Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Gigabyte AERO 15 SA (7UK2130SH) Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 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 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Gigabyte AERO 15 SA (7UK2130SH) Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) - Intel 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Gigabyte AERO 15 SA (7UK2130SH) Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti / Intel UHD Graphics 630 AMD Radeon Vega 8
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus -
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Camera Features - IR camera, ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium
Audio Features Nahimic 3 sound technology -
COMMUNICATIONS Gigabyte AERO 15 SA (7UK2130SH) Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650 Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 9260
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Killer Ethernet E2600 -
Compliant Standards - DASH
Features - Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter
WWAN
Generation - WWAN upgradable
BATTERY Gigabyte AERO 15 SA (7UK2130SH) Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 94.24 Wh 57 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 16.4 hours
AC ADAPTER Gigabyte AERO 15 SA (7UK2130SH) Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 230 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Gigabyte AERO 15 SA (7UK2130SH) Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes
Features Fusion Engine, per-key RGB Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Gigabyte AERO 15 SA (7UK2130SH) Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ)
Interfaces 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
USB 3.1 Gen 2
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
Memory Card Reader Yes (SDXC UHS-II Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Gigabyte AERO 15 SA (7UK2130SH) Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English
MISCELLANEOUS Gigabyte AERO 15 SA (7UK2130SH) Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ)
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, fingerprint reader, smart card reader
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 Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards - RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
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