Gigabyte G7 KC (8UK1130SH) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15IAH7 (82S9)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Gigabyte G7 KC (8UK1130SH) and Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15IAH7 (82S9). 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 G7 KC (8UK1130SH) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Gigabyte G7 KC (8UK1130SH) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

affordable price point

good thermal management

decent build quality

144hz refresh rate

average battery life

heavyweight design

modest audio quality

no thunderbolt support

Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15IAH7 (82S9) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15IAH7 (82S9) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

affordable price point

high refresh rate display

ample connectivity options

solid build quality

average battery life

dim display brightness

heavyweight design

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Gigabyte G7 KC (8UK1130SH) and Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15IAH7 (82S9)
76 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Gigabyte G7 KC (8UK1130SH) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15IAH7 (82S9) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Gigabyte G7 KC (8UK1130SH) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15IAH7 (82S9)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 39.5 cm x 26 cm x 2.95 cm 35.96 cm x 26.64 cm x 2.18 cm
Weight 2.5 kg 2.315 kg
Case Material - Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top)
Colour Black Glacier White | Onyx grey
DISPLAY Gigabyte G7 KC (8UK1130SH) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15IAH7 (82S9)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 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. 144 Hz 165 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness - 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, IPS-level, 72% NTSC colour gamut Anti-glare, 160° viewing angle, DC dimmer
PROCESSOR Gigabyte G7 KC (8UK1130SH) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15IAH7 (82S9)
CPU Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10870H / 2.2 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 12500H / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5 GHz 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 12-core
Cache 16 MB 18 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Intel HM470 -
Features Intel Platform Trust Technology (PTT) Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Gigabyte G7 KC (8UK1130SH) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15IAH7 (82S9)
RAM 16 GB 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2933 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Gigabyte G7 KC (8UK1130SH) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15IAH7 (82S9)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Gigabyte G7 KC (8UK1130SH) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15IAH7 (82S9)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 / Intel UHD Graphics 630 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 2 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus, Max-Q design NVIDIA Resizable BAR, Dynamic Boost 2.0, Direct X 12 Ultimate
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio
Audio Features Nahimic 3 sound technology Nahimic audio
COMMUNICATIONS Gigabyte G7 KC (8UK1130SH) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15IAH7 (82S9)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 M.2 Card
Network Interface 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8411B -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Gigabyte G7 KC (8UK1130SH) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15IAH7 (82S9)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 48.96 Wh 60 Wh
Battery Life Up to 4 hour(s) Up to 7.7 hours
Battery Run Time - Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 7.7 hours
AC ADAPTER Gigabyte G7 KC (8UK1130SH) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15IAH7 (82S9)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 180 Watt 170 Watt
INPUT Gigabyte G7 KC (8UK1130SH) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15IAH7 (82S9)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes
Features - Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad, blue backlight
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Gigabyte G7 KC (8UK1130SH) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15IAH7 (82S9)
Slots 1 x M.2 (PCI Express / SATA)
1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4)
1 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4) (1 free)
1 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4) (0 free)
Interfaces LAN
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode)
Mini DisplayPort 1.4
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB 2.0
Microphone input
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card) -
SOFTWARE Gigabyte G7 KC (8UK1130SH) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15IAH7 (82S9)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Home - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Gigabyte G7 KC (8UK1130SH) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15IAH7 (82S9)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features WINDFORCE Cooling System Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, Rapid Charge Boost, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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