How GIGABYTE's AORUS and AERO laptops take your gaming and content to the next level
Looking for a new laptop for your gaming or content creation needs? Built by high-end computing company GIGABYTE, AORUS and AERO have everything you need to take your game to the next level, and make content creation an absolute breeze.
Both brands have options for everyone — whether you’re looking for the best of the best, or want a laptop that offers excellent value and still incredible performance. Do either of those use-cases sound like you? Read on for more about the new machines that AORUS and AERO have to offer.
AORUS gaming laptops
If you’re a gamer that wants to seriously improve your game, then it’s worth considering a laptop in the AORUS line. AORUS laptops are crafted for the win, with the highest-end models, the AORUS 15X and AORUS 17X offering ultimate gaming performance, and the AORUS 15 and AORUS 17 boasting a more portable design.
AORUS 15X and AORUS 17X: Finely crafted flagship gaming laptops
The AORUS 15X and AORUS 17X laptops boast up to a 13th-gen Intel Core i9 HX series processor, coupled with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 40 series Laptop GPU and up to a hefty 64GB of DDR5-5600 RAM. The AORUS 17X even gets an awesome 175W Max TGP with the RTX 4090, which should help it push graphics to the limits.
The displays are impressive too. You’ll get a QHD resolution and up to a huge 240Hz refresh rate for that super-smooth feel. The AORUS 15X covers 100% of the sRGB color gamut, while the AORUS 17X covers 100% of the DCI-P3 color gamut. Both of the laptops offer a stunning spaceship-inspired design with a cool-looking RGB light bar.
The AORUS 15X starts at $1,849, while the AORUS 17X starts at $2,699.
AORUS 15 and AORUS 17: Super-portable gaming laptops
If you’re looking for something a little more portable and sleek, then the AORUS 15 and AORUS 17 are the way to go. These laptops are lighter than the AORUS 15X and AORUS 17X, but still boast excellent gaming performance.
The laptops offer up to a 13th-gen Intel Core i7 processor, coupled with up to an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 GPU. The AORUS 17 has up to a 140W max TGP, which is still very high for a laptop this light.
The display is still great on these laptops too. You’ll still get a QHD resolution and up to a 240Hz refresh rate on the AORUS 17. And, the design is sleek and stylish, with a gamer aesthetic through the RGB light bar.
The AORUS 15 comes at an affordable price at $999, while the AORUS 17 starts at $1,849.
AERO content creation laptops
Perhaps you’re more into content creation, in which case it’s worth considering something in the AERO Creator line. These creator laptops are equipped with the latest 13th-gen Intel Core processors and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 40 Series Laptop GPUs that reduce 3D rendering time from 2.5 hours to just 10 minutes. Both AERO 16 OLED and AERO 14 OLED are NVIDIA Studio certification laptops and are factory-calibrated with X-Rite™ 2.0 and validated by Pantone® for precise colors, offering the most rigorous color calibrated standard less than one of Delta E. Whether you’re a video editor, a web designer, an Interior designer, or anything else, there should be something of the two laptops in the AERO line for you. Here’s a rundown.
AERO 16 OLED: Best color-calibrated creator laptop in the world
The AERO 16 OLED, which comes at $2,099, is the highest-end AERO model, offering a 16-inch OLED HDR display, and is billed as the best color-calibrated creator laptop in the world. You’ll get a 4K+ resolution, with a 16:10 aspect ratio and 100% cinema-grade DCI-P3 color gamut coverage all for a starting price of only $2,099.
The laptop is no slouch under the hood. It boasts support for up to a 13th-gen Intel Core i9 processor, with an RTX 4070 GPU. NVIDIA Studio certification further ensures that the laptops have been optimized for stability and performance, providing seamless support for widely used creative software. It’s also built to offer versatile I/O, and offers a range of exclusive AI-powered NVIDIA tools, like Omniverse, Canvas, Broadcast, and RTX Remix.
AERO 14 OLED: Featherweight creator laptop with discrete graphics
The AERO 14 OLED is particularly slender and portable. It offers a 2.8K+ OLED display with the same 100% cinema-grade DCI-P3 color gamut coverage, making it an incredible portable machine for content creators.
Under the hood, you’ll get up to a 13th-gen Intel Core i7 processor, with a GeForce RTX 4050 GPU, ensuring that it’s still able to handle most content needs you have on the go. Speaking of being on the go, the laptop weighs in at 3.28lbs, and 0.67 inches, so it’s easy to slip into a backpack or bag. Starting at $1,499, the AERO 14 OLED is a great choice for any fast paced life.
Last but not least, these AERO OLED laptops have been certified by TÜV Rheinland Eyesafe® and feature low blue light certification, allowing creative professionals to work comfortably for extended periods while maintaining color accuracy.
Interested in finding out more about these high-performing machines? Head to the AORUS website to learn more.
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