Gigabyte AERO 17 SB (7UK1130SH) vs. ASUS X515EA (BQ136T)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Gigabyte AERO 17 SB (7UK1130SH) and ASUS X515EA (BQ136T). 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.

Gigabyte AERO 17 SB (7UK1130SH) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Gigabyte AERO 17 SB (7UK1130SH) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

stunning 4k display

powerful graphics performance

sleek aluminum chassis

efficient cooling system

good battery life

heavier than competitors

premium price tag

limited port selection

noisy under load

ASUS X515EA (BQ136T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS X515EA (BQ136T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

sleek design

lightweight build

solid processor performance

fast ssd storage

average battery life

no backlit keyboard

limited port selection

mediocre display quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Gigabyte AERO 17 SB (7UK1130SH) and ASUS X515EA (BQ136T)
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
73 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Gigabyte AERO 17 SB (7UK1130SH) vs. ASUS X515EA (BQ136T) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Gigabyte AERO 17 SB (7UK1130SH) ASUS X515EA (BQ136T)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 39.6 cm x 27 cm x 2.14 cm 36 cm x 23.5 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 2.5 kg 1.8 kg
Case Material - Plastic
Colour - Transparent silver
DISPLAY Gigabyte AERO 17 SB (7UK1130SH) ASUS X515EA (BQ136T)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" - IPS 15.6"
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. 144 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness - 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, Pantone Validated Anti-glare, IPS-level
PROCESSOR Gigabyte AERO 17 SB (7UK1130SH) ASUS X515EA (BQ136T)
CPU Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10750H / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i3 (11th Gen) 1115G4 / 3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core Dual-Core
Cache - 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Intel HM470 -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Platform Trust Technology (PTT) -
MEMORY Gigabyte AERO 17 SB (7UK1130SH) ASUS X515EA (BQ136T)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE Gigabyte AERO 17 SB (7UK1130SH) ASUS X515EA (BQ136T)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Gigabyte AERO 17 SB (7UK1130SH) ASUS X515EA (BQ136T)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti / Intel UHD Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus -
Camera Yes - HD Yes - VGA
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Speaker, microphone
Audio Features Nahimic 3 sound technology ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS Gigabyte AERO 17 SB (7UK1130SH) ASUS X515EA (BQ136T)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650 -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Killer Ethernet E2600 -
BATTERY Gigabyte AERO 17 SB (7UK1130SH) ASUS X515EA (BQ136T)
Technology Lithium polymer 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 94.24 Wh 37 Wh
AC ADAPTER Gigabyte AERO 17 SB (7UK1130SH) ASUS X515EA (BQ136T)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 230 Watt 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT Gigabyte AERO 17 SB (7UK1130SH) ASUS X515EA (BQ136T)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes
Features Fusion Engine, per-key RGB Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Gigabyte AERO 17 SB (7UK1130SH) ASUS X515EA (BQ136T)
Interfaces USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 3)
Mini DisplayPort 1.4
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Headphone output
Microphone input
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
Memory Card Reader Yes (SDXC UHS-II Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Gigabyte AERO 17 SB (7UK1130SH) ASUS X515EA (BQ136T)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home in S mode
MISCELLANEOUS Gigabyte AERO 17 SB (7UK1130SH) ASUS X515EA (BQ136T)
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 WINDFORCE Technology -
Compliant Standards DisplayPort 1.4 -
Repairability Index - 6.5 (out of 10)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years -
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