GIGABYTE A5vsHP Pavilion 14

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GIGABYTE
GIGABYTE A5
A5

Quick Stats

The GIGABYTE A5's performance is decent but unimpressive, underwhelming for a next-gen GPU despite strong CPU capabilities.
The build quality of the GIGABYTE A5 is decent but unremarkable and lacks a premium feel overall.
The display on the Gigabyte A5 delivers smooth visuals, but lacks color gamut and brightness depth.
The GIGABYTE A5 features a decent gaming laptop with RTX 3070 graphics and an 1080p screen primarily.
HP
HP Pavilion 14
Pavilion 14

Quick Stats

The HP Pavilion 14 delivers lightning-fast performance with its Intel Core i5 processor and speedy SSD storage.
The HP Pavilion 14 boasts a sturdy and slim aluminium body with high-quality hinges and display.
The HP Pavilion 14's display offers vibrant colors, smooth performance, and minimal reflections.
The HP Pavilion 14 boasts a powerful feature set with Intel Core i5 processor and 16GB of RAM.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
GIGABYTE A5
Winner
#539
HP Pavilion 14
#542
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
GIGABYTE A5
#170
Winner
HP Pavilion 14
#508
Display
GIGABYTE A5
#671
Winner
HP Pavilion 14
#840
Performance
GIGABYTE A5
#404
HP Pavilion 14
#326
Winner
Build
GIGABYTE A5
#591
HP Pavilion 14
#234
Winner
Features
GIGABYTE A5
#357
Winner
HP Pavilion 14
#394

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Specifications Comparison
Specification
GIGABYTE GIGABYTE A5
HP HP Pavilion 14
up to 64GB
up to 64GB
up to 1000GB SSD + up to 1000GB HDD
up to 2000GB SSD
AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX
Intel Core i7-1255U
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 (Laptop, 140W)
NVIDIA GeForce MX450 (GDDR5, 25W)
N/A
1x M.2 NVMe slot See photo

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

GIGABYTE A5

Strengths

The XMG Apex 15 / Gigabyte A5 X1 is a decent gaming laptop with decent gaming performance, despite the RTX 3070 being close to 2080 Super Max-Q machines from last generation.
The 5900HX processor seems to be the reason it's doing so well in CPU and content creator workloads, making it a great option for those who need strong processing power.
The screen has great response time and ok color gamut and brightness, although my model did not have FreeSync.
The battery can be completely swapped out, which is a pretty uncommon feature these days.

Weaknesses

The build quality and materials aren't quite as nice as some of those more expensive options from larger brands, but that's partly why it's priced better - a compromise in terms of price.
Battery life wasn't great, although this may be improved with the RTX 3060 graphics or 6 core 5600H processor options.
The Clevo software and BIOS are pretty limited, not letting you control the chip properly, especially since the HX series is supposed to be unlocked.
Thermals weren't great, with CPU thermal throttling at 95 degrees Celsius even with the fan maxed out and a cooling pad.

HP Pavilion 14

Strengths

The design is an aluminium body or at least aluminium coated, which feels sturdy and slim. It's also lightweight, weighing around 1.4 kg.
The 14 inch full HD LED IPS display has amazing viewing angles, is anti-glare, and can play 4k videos without any problem.
The hinges are high quality and sturdy, making it easy to open the laptop with both hands.
The Intel Core i5 11th gen processor with 16 GB of RAM and a 512 GB SSD storage provides fast boot times and smooth performance for daily tasks.
The laptop can edit videos well, including 1080p videos, although editing 4k videos may be challenging.
The keyboard has shortcut function keys, is backlit, and has two brightness levels, making it convenient to use in dark environments.
The trackpad is of good quality, accurate, and has its own HP gesture controls, making navigation easy.
The laptop has a fingerprint sensor, a 720p webcam, dual array microphones, and built-in stereo speakers, making video calling and audio playback possible.

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

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GIGABYTE A5

The XMG Apex 15 / GIGABYTE A5 X1 is a gaming laptop that boasts impressive specs, including an RTX 3070 graphics card and Ryzen 9 5900HX processor. While it excels in content creator workloads, its performance is somewhat limited by the inability to control power limits and optimize thermals. The build quality is decent but not outstanding, with some compromises on materials and I/O options. Despite these trade-offs, this laptop remains a viable option for those seeking strong gaming and productivity capabilities at a competitive price.

HP Pavilion 14

The HP Pavilion 14 is an excellent choice for students, offering versatility in its capabilities. Its sleek aluminum body is both sturdy and lightweight, weighing just 1.4 kg. The 14-inch Full HD LED IPS display boasts impressive viewing angles and anti-glare properties, making it ideal for watching videos and movies. With an Intel Core i5 processor, 16GB of RAM, and a 512GB SSD, this laptop is perfect for daily tasks, multitasking, and even basic video editing.

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