Gigabyte has jumped onto the AI PC bandwagon as well with its latest generation of laptops, which now offer high-end performance and elegant aesthetics.
Gigabyte’s Latest “AI PC” Gaming Laptops Will Now Be Integrated With a Personalized GiMATE AI Agent, Taking Edge AI To New Levels
Gigabyte is one of the third-party integrators out there that never manages to disappoint us with their new generation of products. From custom GPUs to high-end laptops, Gigabyte always has something in store for its consumers. This time, the firm has unveiled an extensive range of laptop offerings, covering the premium “AORUS Master” lineup all the way to the more budget-friendly “Gaming” series, which means that the newer laptops are intended for all audiences out there, not just limited to a particular budget segment.
Starting with AORUS Master models, Gigabyte has shown us its newest AORUS Master 18 gaming laptop. This device is one of the first to offer Intel’s Arrow Lake-HX mobile CPUs, in particular the Core Ultra 9 275HX model, which is loaded with performance to say the least. The processor features a 24C/24T configuration, and it is way beyond ample for any modern-day workload, to say the least. To back up this CPU powerhouse, Gigabyte has integrated NVIDIA’s RTX 5090 laptop GPU, so it is safe to say that the AORUS Master 18 is one of the fastest models out there, competing with the likes of ASUS ROG Strix models and even dominating them.
Of course, with such specifications onboard, having the “absolute best” cooling solution becomes necessary, and in this case, Gigabyte has integrated their “WindForce Infinity EX” thermal dissipation system, which comes with a total thermal capacity of 270W, through a vapor chamber design and quad-fan configuration. It also has a 0db “Ambient” mode as well, in case when you don’t need extra cooling in low-end workloads, so Gigabyte has thought it out well for the cooling segment.
In terms of other features, the AORUS Master 18 debuts with an 18-inch 240Hz “blazing-fast” display, with a 100% DCI-P3 color gamut and an HDR display quality. The laptop is equipped with up to 128 GB DDR5 memory and Gen5 SSD support as well, so there’s probably no area where this particular device lags out. So, the AORUS Master 18 is a solid gaming laptop, which is probably one of the best options on the market. Interestingly, there’s also an AORUS Master 16 variant, with the only difference being the screen size and battery capacity, making it a more “portable-friendly” model.
Moving down the premium segment, Gigabyte showcased their AERO X16 gaming laptop, which is an AMD-dominant Copilot+ device that also features interesting looks. The laptop offers AMD’s Strix Point platform, featuring up to AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370, which is a flagship-level offering designed to take performance to newer levels. For the GPU, the AERO X16 is equipped with up to NVIDIA’s GeForce RTX 5070, so while this device isn’t as high-end as the AORUS counterpart, it certainly dominates in its segment.
The laptop is equipped with up to 64 GB DDR5-5600 memory and support for multiple Gen4 SSDs. In terms of the onboard display, you get a 16-inch IPS WQXGA panel, with a panel brightness of 400 nits and HDR certification as well. As for connectivity, the Aero X16 features Thunderbolt 4, USB 3.2 Gen2, and Wi-Fi 6E so that you won’t face any trouble with interconnecting devices. The AERO X16 has an all-white design and a lightweight aluminum body, making it perfect for carrying around.
Lastly comes the budget-friendly Gigabyte Gaming A16 model, which we interestingly managed to get a hands-on experience on at the Computex showfloor. This laptop, touted as an AI-focused machine, features Intel’s Core i7-13620H, along with NVIDIA’s GeForce RTX 5070 laptop GPU. There’s also a configuration with the GeForce RTX 4050 laptop GPU, which is more focused on providing value over performance.
For the display, you get a 16-inch IPS panel with a 165Hz refresh rate, 3ms response time, and a 90% screen-to-body ratio, meaning that bezels are almost invisible. The laptop supports up to 64 GB DDR5-5200 memory, with PCIe Gen4 drive options as well. The battery life on the Gaming A16 is said to be phenomenal, giving up to 12 hours according to the manufacturer. Regarding port/connectivity options, the laptop is equipped with USB 3.2 Gen1 (with PD), HDMI 2.1, and Wi-Fi 6E support, so the A16 in no way compromises performance or consumer-oriented features.
This year, Gigabyte’s core focus was to expand its AI PC options, which is why all of the above laptops come with an integrated GiMATE AI agent, which is a customized LLM model designed to cater to consumer needs. You can carry out tasks through a hotkey button, asking for optimized overclocking or cooling configurations, and even generate images/content through the onboard chatbot.
The AI agent is integrated into all of Gigabyte’s newer laptops, and it seems like GiMATE AI agent will become the new normal soon. The manufacturer has surely stepped up the game with its newest laptop offerings, and we cannot wait to see the consumer response to them.
