Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR XA (9UK4130SQ) vs. AORUS 15G YB (8UK2130MH)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR XA (9UK4130SQ) and AORUS 15G YB (8UK2130MH). 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 XA (9UK4130SQ) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR XA (9UK4130SQ) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

stunning 4k display

powerful graphics performance

slim, attractive design

efficient cooling system

good battery life

high price point

limited port selection

heavy for portability

loud under load

AORUS 15G YB (8UK2130MH) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of AORUS 15G YB (8UK2130MH) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

mechanical keyboard integration

sturdy build quality

good thermal management

heavy for portability

short battery life

high price point

limited upgradeability

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR XA (9UK4130SQ) and AORUS 15G YB (8UK2130MH)
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR XA (9UK4130SQ) vs. AORUS 15G YB (8UK2130MH) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR XA (9UK4130SQ) AORUS 15G YB (8UK2130MH)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 39.6 cm x 27 cm x 2.14 cm 35.6 cm x 25 cm x 2.5 cm
Weight 2.5 kg 2.2 kg
DISPLAY Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR XA (9UK4130SQ) AORUS 15G YB (8UK2130MH)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" - IPS 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 3840 x 2160 (Ultra HD 4K) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Colour Gamut 100% Adobe RGB -
Features Anti-glare, HDR (high dynamic range), Pantone Validated, thin bezel design Anti-glare, IGZO technology, Factory Calibration, Pantone Validated
PROCESSOR Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR XA (9UK4130SQ) AORUS 15G YB (8UK2130MH)
CPU Intel Core i9 (9th Gen) 9980HK / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10875H / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5 GHz 5.1 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 8-core
Cache - 16 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 Intel HM470
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Platform Trust Technology (PTT) Intel Smart Cache, Intel Platform Trust Technology (PTT), Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0
MEMORY Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR XA (9UK4130SQ) AORUS 15G YB (8UK2130MH)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR XA (9UK4130SQ) AORUS 15G YB (8UK2130MH)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR XA (9UK4130SQ) AORUS 15G YB (8UK2130MH)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 / Intel UHD Graphics 630 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus, Max-Q design NVIDIA Optimus, Max-Q design
Camera Yes - HD Yes - HD
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Audio Features Nahimic 3 sound technology Nahimic 3 sound technology
COMMUNICATIONS Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR XA (9UK4130SQ) AORUS 15G YB (8UK2130MH)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650 Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Killer Ethernet E2600 Killer Ethernet E2600
Features Killer DoubleShot Pro Technology -
BATTERY Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR XA (9UK4130SQ) AORUS 15G YB (8UK2130MH)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 94.24 Wh 94 Wh
AC ADAPTER Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR XA (9UK4130SQ) AORUS 15G YB (8UK2130MH)
Output 230 Watt 230 Watt
INPUT Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR XA (9UK4130SQ) AORUS 15G YB (8UK2130MH)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes (RGB)
Features Fusion Engine, per-key RGB OMRON switches, N-key rollover, per-key RGB, AORUS RGB Fusion 2.0
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR XA (9UK4130SQ) AORUS 15G YB (8UK2130MH)
Interfaces USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 3)
USB-C 3.1 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode)
3 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Headphone output
Microphone input
LAN
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 3)
Mini DisplayPort 1.4
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (SDXC UHS-II Card) Yes (SDXC UHS-II Card)
SOFTWARE Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR XA (9UK4130SQ) AORUS 15G YB (8UK2130MH)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
Software Included Microsoft 365 -
MISCELLANEOUS Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR XA (9UK4130SQ) AORUS 15G YB (8UK2130MH)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Supra-Cool 2 technology WINDFORCE Infinity Cooling System
Compliant Standards DisplayPort 1.4 -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years -
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