Gigabyte Aero 16 vs Gigabyte Aero 14 OLED 2023 Comparison

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16 inches | January 2022

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Gigabyte Aero 16 vs Gigabyte Aero 14 OLED 2023 Comparison Overview

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In this review, we will be comparing Aero 16 and Aero 14 OLED 2023, two laptops by Gigabyte. Gigabyte Aero 16 was introduced to market in January 2022 and Gigabyte Aero 14 OLED 2023 was launched in January 2023. There is 12 months difference between Aero 16 and Aero 14 OLED 2023 so it would still give an advantage to younger Aero 14 OLED 2023.

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Aero 16 and Aero 14 OLED 2023 are members of Gigabyte's Aero series of laptops. Below you can find the latest models from this series.

Gigabyte Aero Series History

	Release Date	Screen Size	Dimensions	Weight
Gigabyte Aero 16 OLED 2023	January 2023	16.0"	354 x 255 x 18-22 mm	2.1 kg (4.63 lbs)
Gigabyte Aero 14 OLED 2023	January 2023	14.0"	311 x 220.8 x 17 mm	1.49 kg (3.29 lbs)
Gigabyte Aero 16	January 2022	16.0"	356 x 248.5 x 22.4 mm	2.3 kg (5.07 lbs)
Gigabyte Aero 15 OLED Intel 11th Gen	June 2021	15.6"	356 x 250 x 19.9 mm	2 kg (4.41 lbs)
Gigabyte Aero 17 HDR Intel 11th Gen	June 2021	17.3"	396 x 270 x 21.5 mm	2.5 kg (5.51 lbs)

Here is a brief look at the main features of Gigabyte Aero 16 and Gigabyte Aero 14 OLED 2023 before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Gigabyte Aero 16 Key Specs

Launched in January 2022
16.0" Mini LED, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core i7 12700H
GPU: GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Mobile 8GB
16GB Ram
356 x 248.5 x 22.4 mm (14.02 x 9.78 x 0.88 inches)
Weight: 2.3 kg (5.07 lbs)

Gigabyte Aero 14 OLED 2023 Key Specs

Launched in January 2023
14.0" OLED, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core i5 12500H
GPU: GeForce RTX 4050 Mobile 6GB
16GB Ram
311 x 220.8 x 17 mm (12.24 x 8.69 x 0.67 inches)
Weight: 1.49 kg (3.29 lbs)

Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how Aero 16 and Aero 14 OLED 2023 compares and decide which one is better for you.

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Reasons to choose Gigabyte Aero 16 over Gigabyte Aero 14 OLED 2023

Screen-to-Body Ratio	~83.9% vs ~82.8%	Larger screen area ratio
Display Size	16 inches vs 14 inches	Larger Screen Estate
Refresh Rate	165 Hz vs 90 Hz	Smoother media experience
Screen Type	Matte vs Glossy	potentially less reflections on screen
DCI-P3 Color Gamut	100% vs 99.8%	Wider DCI-P3 Color Gamut
GPU FLOPS	16 TFLOPS vs 7 TFLOPS	More RAM Options
Upgradable RAM	Yes vs No	Generates higher sound levels
Speaker Loudness	85 dB vs 82.7 dB	Connect more device at the same time
Number of USB-C Ports	3x USB 3.2 vs 2x USB 4.0

Reasons to choose Gigabyte Aero 14 OLED 2023 over Gigabyte Aero 16

Weight	1.49 kg vs 2.30 kg	0.81 kg lighter
Side Bezel Thickness	4.8 mm vs 5.7 mm	0.9 mm thinner bezels
Noise Level	51.9 dB vs 52 dB	Less fan noise
Screen PPI	243 ppi vs 189 ppi	More pixels per inch
Screen Resolution	2880 x 1800 pixels vs 2560 x 1600 pixels	Higher pixel count screen
GPU Fabrication Process	4 nm vs 8 nm	Newer Generation GPU
Webcam Resolution	1920 x 1080 vs 1280 x 720	Higher Resolution Camera
USB-C Port Type	v4.0 vs v3.2	Faster USB-C connection
HDMI Port	1x HDMI 2.1 vs No	Connect to external monitors directly via HDMI cable
SD Card Reader	Yes vs No	Read & Write SD Cards with the built-in reader
Touchpad Size	12.1 x 7.8 cm vs 12.1 x 7.6 cm	Larger Touchpad Area
Avg. MSRP Price	$1200-1600 vs $2400-2800	Lower Price (*may change depending on config, seller, location, and time)

Common Strengths of Gigabyte Aero 14 OLED 2023 and Gigabyte Aero 16

Launch Dates	January 2022 vs January 2023	Both laptops are recent models
Screen Technology	Mini LED vs OLED	High Screen Quality
Fast Charging Support	Yes vs Yes	Charge the battery in a shorter time
USB Power Delivery	Yes vs Yes	Charging via USB port gives flexibility
RAM Type	DDR5 vs LPDDR5	Fast RAM type
Upgradable Storage	Yes vs Yes	Option to increase the Storage size
SSD Type	NVMe vs NVMe	Faster Data Transfers
Wi-Fi Standard	v6E vs v6E	Fast and Reliable Wi-Fi Connections
Bluetooth Standard	v5.2 vs v5.2	Fast and Reliable Bluetooth Connections
Thunderbolt Port	v4 vs v4	Fast data and power transfer via Thunderbolt Port
VGA Output	No vs No	Connect to External Displays via VGA cable
Keyboard Backlight	Yes vs Yes	Easily see the keys under low light

Common Weaknesses of Gigabyte Aero 14 OLED 2023 and Gigabyte Aero 16

Touchscreen Capability	No vs No	No Touchscreen Capability
Fingerprint Sensor	No vs No	No fingerprint login feature

Gigabyte Aero 16 vs Gigabyte Aero 14 OLED 2023: Physical Specs Comparison

In this section, we will be comparing the physical specifications and body features of the Gigabyte Aero 16 and the Gigabyte Aero 14 OLED 2023.

Physical Specs
Weight	2.3 kg (5.07 lbs)	1.49 kg (3.29 lbs)
Surface Area	885 cm2 (137.1 inches2)	687 cm2 (106.4 inches2)
Screen to Surface Ratio	~83.9%	~82.8%
Side Bezel Thickness	~5.7 mm	~4.8 mm
Weight per Inch of Screen	0.14 kg/inch	0.11 kg/inch
	0.308 lbs/inch	0.242 lbs/inch
Colors	White	Silver

Comparison of the Gigabyte Aero 16 and the Gigabyte Aero 14 OLED 2023 External Dimensions

Weight

Aero 16 weighs 2.3 kg (5.07 lbs), whereas the Aero 14 OLED 2023 weighs 1.49 kg (3.29 lbs). There is a notable difference in weight between these two laptops. However, it's important to consider that comparing their weights directly may not provide a complete picture since they also have different display sizes.

Weight Comparison

Gigabyte Aero 16

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

Gigabyte Aero 14 OLED 2023

Avg: 14.0-14.9"

Thickness Comparison

Gigabyte Aero 16

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

Gigabyte Aero 14 OLED 2023

Avg: 14.0-14.9"

Another value that we use for comparing the weights of the laptops is the Weight per Inch of Screen, which is calculated by dividing the total weight of the model with its usable diagonal screen size. This value for the Gigabyte Aero 16 is 0.14 kg/inch.In comparison, this value for the Gigabyte Aero 14 OLED 2023 is 0.11 kg/inch.Here are some of the best performing laptops in this area:

Microsoft Surface Go 4: 0.05 kg/inch
LG Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus Zenbook A14 UX3407: 0.06 kg/inch
Microsoft Surface Pro 12: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus ProArt PZ14 HT7407: 0.06 kg/inch
Dell Latitude 7330: 0.07 kg/inch
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2: 0.07 kg/inch

Gigabyte Aero 16 vs Gigabyte Aero 14 OLED 2023: Internals Comparison

CPU Comparison

CPU Model	Intel Core i7 12700H Intel Core i9 12900H Intel Core i9 12900HK	Intel Core i5 12500H Intel Core i7 13700H
Base Frequency	2.3 GHz	2.5 GHz
Turbo Frequency	4.7 GHz	4.5 GHz
Number of Cores	14	12
Number of Threads	20	16
L3 Cache	24 MB	18 MB
Integrated GPU	Intel Iris Xe Graphics (96EU)	Intel Iris Xe Graphics (80EU)
CPU Fabrication Process	10 nm	10 nm
Geekbench 5 (Single)	1750	1634
Geekbench 5 (Multi)	12242	10250
Cinebench 23 (Single)	1800	1702
Cinebench 23 (Multi)	16309	13247

Above you can see the CPU options and the CineBench and GeekBench test scores for both laptops, which gives an idea about what kind of performance difference you may experience between the Gigabyte Aero 16 and Gigabyte Aero 14 OLED 2023.

You may also read reviews of latest laptops with the same CPUs and compare them:

Laptops with: Intel Core i7 12700H

Laptops with: Intel Core i5 12500H

GPU Comparison

GPU Model	GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Mobile 8GB GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Mobile 16GB	GeForce RTX 4050 Mobile 6GB
Base Clock Frequency	915 MHz	1455 MHz
Boost CLock Frequency	1410 MHz	1755 MHz
TGP (Total Graphics Power)	105 W	45 W
Nvidia Optimus	Yes
Type	Dedicated	Dedicated
FLOPS	16 TFLOPS	7 TFLOPS
Memory Size	8 GB	6 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR6
Memory Bus	256 bit	96 bit
Memory Speed	~14 Gbps	~16 Gbps
Shading Units Cores	5888	2560
TMUs	184	80
ROPs	96	48

GPU is as critical as the CPU for graphic heavy applications and the table above gives a picture of how the two GPU compares. FLOPS is a measure of a GPU's performance based on the number of floating-point arithmetic calculations that the processor can perform within a second. Gigabyte Aero 16 has a FLOPS value of 16 TFLOPS whereas the Gigabyte Aero 14 OLED 2023 ' has a FLOPS value of 7 TFLOPS. If graphical performance of the laptop is important for your use type, the Gigabyte Aero 14 OLED 2023 may be the better choice between these two setups.

RAM Comparison

RAM	16GB 32GB 64GB	16GB
Memory Bus	2x8 GB	2x8 GB
RAM Clock	4800 MHz	5200 MHz
RAM Type	DDR5	LPDDR5
Upgradable	Yes	No
Max RAM Size	64 GB
Total Slots	2

Both laptops, the Aero 16 and the Aero 14 OLED 2023, come with similar RAM capacities of 16 GB, providing comparable performance in memory-intensive tasks.

LOCAL LLM Compatibility Evaluation

This quick guide shows what types of large language models (LLMs) each of these laptops could support, based on their respective hardware specifications. It's meant to help you compare their suitability for running AI models locally.

LLM Category	Gigabyte Aero 16	Gigabyte Aero 14 OLED (2023)
CPU	Intel Core i7 12700H	Intel Core i5 12500H
GPU	GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Mobile 8GB	GeForce RTX 4050 Mobile 6GB
Memory	16 GB ; 8 GB VRAM	16 GB ; 6 GB VRAM
Available for LLM total	~19.3 GB (6.5 GB VRAM 12.8 GB RAM)	~17.3 GB (4.5 GB VRAM 12.8 GB RAM)
Small Models (1-3B): Examples: Phi-2, Qwen-1.8B Requires ~2 GB memory	✔ Runs Smoothly fits in your 8 GB VRAM	✔ Runs Well fits in your 6 GB VRAM
Medium Models (7-8B): Examples: Mistral-7B, Qwen-7B Requires ~5 GB memory	✔ Runs Well fits in your 8 GB VRAM	✔ Modest Speed doesn't fit in 6 GB VRAM, spills to RAM (VRAM + RAM, slower)
Large Models
13-15B Models (e.g., Llama 3 14B, Qwen1.5 14B) Requires ~9 GB memory	⚠ Borderline / Slow doesn't fit in 8 GB VRAM, spills to RAM (VRAM + RAM, slower)	! Not Practical doesn't fit in 6 GB VRAM, spills to RAM (VRAM + RAM, slower)
16-24B Models (e.g., Dense 20B Q4 ~15.5GB) Requires ~14 GB memory	! Not Practical doesn't fit in 8 GB VRAM, spills to RAM (VRAM + RAM, slower)	! Not Practical doesn't fit in 6 GB VRAM, spills to RAM (VRAM + RAM, slower)
24-30B Models (e.g., Dense 30B Q4) Requires ~18 GB memory	! Not Practical doesn't fit in 8 GB VRAM, spills to RAM (VRAM + RAM, slower)	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
MoE Models (Mixture-of-Experts) (e.g., Mixtral 8x7B - total ~47B, active ~12-13B) Requires ~24 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
Extra-Large Models (65B+): Examples: LLaMA2-70B, Qwen1.5-72B Requires ~42 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM

For more detailed LLM evaluation (subcategories, performance ranges, memory breakdown)

Gigabyte Aero 16|Gigabyte Aero 14 OLED (2023)

Note: Optimized (e.g., 4-bit) models may run on limited hardware. Performance depends on runtime and setup.

📌 Model Types: Dense 30B Q4 models typically require around 19–22 GB of total VRAM, so they run best on systems with ≥24 GB VRAM. MoE models like Mixtral 8x7B (≈47B total parameters, usually ≈23–26 GB in 4-bit) also need high memory because all experts must be loaded, even though only a few are active per token. They reduce compute cost per token (similar to a ~12–13B dense model), but not memory usage, so they are not practical on 14–16 GB systems.

🚀 Modern NPU (Neural Processing Unit): Modern processors like AMD Ryzen AI and Intel Core Ultra feature NPU and unified memory architecture. NPUs provide modest performance gains (0-30% faster) with better power efficiency compared to iGPU-only execution. Real-world tests show ~3-10 tok/s range on 13B models with 32GB RAM (varies by runtime, quantization, and context), comparable to iGPU but more power-efficient. Note: These figures are examples from various NPU systems; actual performance depends on your specific hardware configuration.

Understanding Performance Categories

The performance descriptions use general categories because actual speed varies greatly based on your specific hardware, model optimization, context length, and runtime software.

Performance Level	Typical Range	User Experience
Runs Smoothly (High-end dGPU)	50+ tok/s	Real-time response. Feels instant, like ChatGPT.
Runs Well (Mid-range dGPU)	20-50 tok/s	Good interactive performance. Slight delay, but usable.
Modest Speed (iGPU/NPU/CPU)	5-20 tok/s	Usable for tasks that don't need instant responses. Noticeable typing delay.
Borderline / Slow (Limited hardware)	2-5 tok/s	Slow-Very slow. Patience required. Better for batch processing.
Not Practical	<2 tok/s	Too slow for regular use. May cause system hangs or instability.

💡 Tip: Your actual results may be higher or lower than these ranges. Test with your specific hardware to know for sure!

⚠️ Note: Performance categorization is based on VRAM capacity and RAM fallback status. GPU type (memory bandwidth, compute power) can also affect actual performance. Currently, we prioritize whether the model fits in VRAM or requires RAM fallback for classification. We may refine this categorization in future updates based on more detailed benchmarks.

BATTERY

BATTERY	99 Wh	63 Wh
Battery Type	Li-Po	Li-Po
Replaceable	No	No
Fast Charging	Yes	No
USB Power Delivery	Yes	Yes
Charging Port Position	Right	Left
Charge Power	230 W	130 W
AC Adapter Weight	726 gramm

Moreover, the Aero 16 boasts a larger battery capacity of 99 Wh, offering extended usage time compared to the Aero 14 OLED 2023's63 Wh.

Battery Comparison

Gigabyte Aero 16

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

Gigabyte Aero 14 OLED 2023

Avg: 14.0-14.9"

STORAGE
With a larger storage capacity up to 4 TB, the Aero 16 provides more space for storing files and applications compared to the Aero 14 OLED 2023's max. storage capacity of 1 TB.

Storage Options	256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB, 4 TB	256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB
Upgradable	Yes	Yes
Total Slots	2	1
Storage type	SSD (M2)	SSD (M2)
NVMe	Yes	Yes
Memory Bus	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)

If your budget allows, we recommend opting for the largest possible disk size, considering the potential increase in storage capacity needs in the future. However, please keep in mind the question 'What will the laptop be used for?' when making this decision. Of course, you can later upgrade the hard disk capacity by getting a larger disk. However, if your laptop has only one disk slot, it may not be as straightforward as a RAM upgrade, where you simply add or replace a module, as moving or cloning files to a new disk may be necessary.

Gigabyte Aero 16 vs Gigabyte Aero 14 OLED 2023: Display Comparison

The display is an essential aspect to consider when comparing the Gigabyte Aero 16 and Gigabyte Aero 14 OLED 2023 since its is the component that you interact the most and significantly impact the experience.

Screen Area and Dimensions

Now let's look at the comparison of the actual display areas of both laptops below, keeping the bezels around the screens out of the equation. Aero 16 has a display size of 16.0".On the other hand, Aero 14 OLED 2023 has a smaller 14.0" display.The total usable screen area of the Aero 16 is 742cm² / 115inch² whereas the Aero 14 OLED 2023's total usable screen area is 568cm² / 88inch².

PPI (Pixels per Inch)
Additionally, the Aero 14 OLED 2023 features a higher pixel density with 243 pixels per inch (PPI), ensuring sharper image details.

Screen PPI (Pixels Per Inch) Comparison

Gigabyte Aero 16

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

Gigabyte Aero 14 OLED 2023

Avg: 14.0-14.9"

Refresh Rate
The Aero 16 offers a higher refresh rate of 165 Hz, resulting in smoother motion and improved visual experience.

Both Aero 16 and Aero 14 OLED 2023 boast the same response time of 1.0 ms.

Gigabyte Aero 16 vs Gigabyte Aero 14 OLED 2023 Connectivity Comparison

In terms of connectivity,

Wifi
Both laptops offer the same Wi-Fi standard (v6E), ensuring fast and reliable wireless connections.

Below, you'll find a Wi-Fi Versions Table, along with their release dates and speeds, to provide a brief overview of its development.

Wi-Fi Versions and Speeds

Standard	Speed	Release Date	Network	Frequency Bands (GHz)
Wi-Fi 7	up to 40 Gbps (5 GB/s)	2023	802.11be	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6E	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2020	802.11ax	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2019	802.11ax	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 5	up to 6.93 Gbps (866.25 MB/s)	2014	802.11ac	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 4	up to 600 Mbps (75 MB/s)	2009	802.11n	2.4, 5

* Please note that the provided transfer rates are maximum theoretical values, and real-life performance may vary based on environmental factors.

USB
Aero 14 OLED 2023 is equipped with 1x USB 3.2 USB-A ports. Aero 16 does not have USB-A ports.
Both Aero 16 and Aero 14 OLED 2023 have USB Type-C ports. Aero 16 has 3x USB 3.2 USB Type-C ports, while Aero 14 OLED 2023 has 2x USB 4.0 USB Type-C ports.

Below, you'll find a table of USB ports, along with their release dates and speeds.
To mitigate the confusion caused by generation names, the USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF) suggests using marketing names like USB 5Gbps, USB 10Gbps, and so forth, based on their respective transfer rates.

USB Type and Speeds

USB Type	Version	Speed	Date	Other Features/Explanations
USB4	Gen 4 (2.0)	80 Gbps	2022	Also known as USB 80Gbps
USB4	Gen 3×2	40 Gbps	2019	Also known as USB 40Gbps
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2x2	20 Gbps	2019	Double the data transfer rates of Gen 2
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.1
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.0
USB 3.1	3.1 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2013	Faster data transfer rates
USB 3.0	3.1 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2010	SuperSpeed USB, improved data transfer rates
USB 2.0	2.0	480 Mbps	2000	High-speed data transfer
USB 1.0	1.0	1.5 Mbps	1996	Original USB standard

Thunderbolt
Both Aero 16 and Aero 14 OLED 2023 are equipped with Thunderbolt 4 ports.

HDMI
Aero 14 OLED 2023 features an HDMI port (1x HDMI 2.1) for connecting to external monitors. Aero 16 does not have an HDMI port.

Below, you'll find a comparison table detailing different HDMI versions, including their bandwidth, color depth, maximum resolution, and release dates. This information can be helpful in understanding the capabilities of each HDMI version and choosing the most suitable one for your needs.

HDMI Comparison Table

HDMI Version	Maximum Resolution	Bandwidth (Gbps)	Color Depth (bits)	Release Date
HDMI 2.1-2.1b	7680 x 4320 *(8K)* @ 60p 3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 120p	48.0	48	2017
HDMI 2.0-2.0b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 60p	18.0	48	2013
HDMI 1.4-1.4b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 30p	10.2	48	2009
HDMI 1.3-1.3a	2560 x 1440 @ 60p	10.2	48	2006
HDMI 1.0-1.2a	1920 x 1200 @ 60p	4.95	24	2002

* Please note that the provided resolution values represent the maximum supported resolution, and actual display quality may depend on other factors such as source content and connected devices.

SD Card Reader
Aero 14 OLED 2023 is equipped with an SD Card Reader for easy access to memory cards. Aero 16 does not have an SD Card Reader.

Audio Jack
Both Aero 16 and Aero 14 OLED 2023 are equipped with a 3.5mm Audio Jack, providing seamless connection to headphones and speakers.

To summarize the connectivity and ports details, please refer to the table below to see them listed.

Connectivity and Ports
WiFi Standard (latest: v7)	v6E	v6E
Bluetooth (latest: v6.2)	v5.2	v5.2
USB-A (latest: 3.2)	No	1x USB 3.2
USB Type-C (latest: USB4 2.0)	3x USB 3.2	2x USB 4.0
Thunderbolt (latest: 5)	Thunderbolt 4	Thunderbolt 4
HDMI (latest: 2.1)	No	1x HDMI 2.1
Display Port (latest: v2.0)	No	No
VGA	No	No
Fingerprint Sensor	No	No
Optical Drive	No	No
Audio Jack 3.5mm	Yes	Yes
Ethernet RJ45	No	No
SD CardReader	No	Yes
Proprietary Charging Port	Yes	Yes