Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14IML05 (81WA) vs. Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR XC (8UK4450SP)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14IML05 (81WA) and Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR XC (8UK4450SP). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14IML05 (81WA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14IML05 (81WA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

compact design

decent battery life

solid build quality

intuitive interface

mediocre display resolution

limited graphics performance

average processor speed

restricted upgrade options

Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR XC (8UK4450SP) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR XC (8UK4450SP) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

stunning 4k display

powerful graphics performance

slim, attractive design

good battery life

fast ssd storage

high price point

moderate port selection

can get quite hot

heavy for portability

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14IML05 (81WA) and Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR XC (8UK4450SP)
71 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
86 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14IML05 (81WA) vs. Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR XC (8UK4450SP) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14IML05 (81WA) Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR XC (8UK4450SP)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.71 cm x 24.1 cm x 1.99 cm 39.6 cm x 27 cm x 2.14 cm
Weight 1.5 kg 2.5 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Aluminum
Colour Platinum grey | Abyss blue | Cherry red IMR -
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14IML05 (81WA) Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR XC (8UK4450SP)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - TN 17.3"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 3840 x 2160 (Ultra HD 4K)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut - 100% Adobe RGB
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, HDR 400 compatible, Delta E<1 calibration, thin bezel design, IPS-level, X-Rite Pantone factory color calibration
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14IML05 (81WA) Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR XC (8UK4450SP)
CPU Intel Pentium Gold 6405U / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10870H / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 5 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 8-core
Cache 2 MB 16 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset - Intel HM470
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache, Intel Platform Trust Technology (PTT), Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14IML05 (81WA) Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR XC (8UK4450SP)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 32 GB (2 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported 12 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14IML05 (81WA) Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR XC (8UK4450SP)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14IML05 (81WA) Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR XC (8UK4450SP)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory - 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - NVIDIA Optimus, Max-Q design, NVIDIA Resizable BAR
Camera Yes Yes - HD
Resolution 0.3 Megapixel -
Camera Features Privacy shutter -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos -
Audio Features - Nahimic 3 sound technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14IML05 (81WA) Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR XC (8UK4450SP)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller M.2 Card Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200
Network Interface - 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Realtek RTL8125BG
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14IML05 (81WA) Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR XC (8UK4450SP)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 35 Wh 99 Wh
Battery Life Up to 9 hours Up to 8 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14IML05 (81WA) Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR XC (8UK4450SP)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 45 Watt 230 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14IML05 (81WA) Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR XC (8UK4450SP)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes (RGB)
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad N-key rollover, per-key RGB
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14IML05 (81WA) Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR XC (8UK4450SP)
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express / SATA) (1 free)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 3)
HDMI
Mini DisplayPort 1.4
Headphone output
Microphone input
LAN
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (SDXC UHS-II Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14IML05 (81WA) Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR XC (8UK4450SP)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home in S mode - English Windows 10 Pro
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14IML05 (81WA) Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR XC (8UK4450SP)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password GIGABYTE RGB Fusion 2.0 supported, WINDFORCE Infinity Cooling System
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 DisplayPort 1.4
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 2 years
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