EXcaliberPC 2026 MSI 18″ (Titan) vs Gigabyte AERO 17 (AERO 17 YE5-94US748HP)
Comparison summary
- AERO 17 gives you more for your money.
- For performance EXcaliberPC 2026 MSI 18″ has a lot better processor. It also has more memory.
- When it comes to graphics 2026 MSI has a lot better graphics card.
- 2026 MSI features a higher resolution screen (5k).
- 2026 MSI offers a larger screen. For carrying AERO 17 is lighter. Its also thinner and more compact in size.
- 2026 MSI offers more SSD storage.
EXcaliberPC 2026 MSI 18″ (Titan)
Gigabyte AERO 17 (AERO 17 YE5-94US748HP)
Compare specifications
| EXcaliberPC 2026 MSI 18″ (Titan) | Gigabyte AERO 17 (AERO 17 YE5-94US748HP) |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a laptop and is responsible for executing programs. Read more | |
| Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX | Intel Core i9-12900HK |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed and multiprocessing capabilities of a laptop. Read more | |
| 128gb | 32gb |
| Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs. Read more | |
| GeForce RTX 5080 | GeForce RTX 3080 Ti |
| Screen size | |
| 18″ | 17.3″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| 5k (5120 x 2880 pixels) | 4k (3840 x 2160 pixels) |
| Weight | |
| 7.93 lbs (3.6 kg) | 5.73 lbs (2.6 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 15.9 x 12.11 x 1.26 inches | 15.6 x 9.5 x 0.92 inches |
| (40.39 x 30.76 x 3.2 cm) | (39.62 x 24.13 x 2.34 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Pro |
| Hard drives | |
| 18000gb SSD | 2000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| February 20, 2026 | March 8, 2022 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $10,595.00 | $5,999.00 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $10,595.00 | $5,999.00 |
| Buy on Amazon.com | Buy on Amazon.com |
Laptop Dimensions
EXcaliberPC 2026 MSI 18″ (Titan)
Gigabyte AERO 17 (AERO 17 YE5-94US748HP)
Compare EXcaliberPC 2026 MSI 18″ / Gigabyte AERO 17 vs other gaming laptops:
EXcaliberPC 2026 MSI 18″ (Titan) summary
EXcaliberPC 2026 MSI is an impressive value gaming laptop with Windows 11 Pro. It has the GeForce RTX 5080 video card that is good for playing games. You can run 90% of the games published this year on recommended settings. The laptop has an exceptional Intel processor and lots of memory for its price. The 18000gb SSD storage is an excellent amount. 5k resolution is reasonable for the 18″ 120 Hz monitor. It is reasonably weighted enough at 7.93 lbs (3.6 kg).
EXCaliberPC [2026] MSI Titan 18 HX Dragon Edition Norse Myth A2XWIG-442US (Intel Ultra 9 285HX, 128GB RAM, 2TB Gen5 + 16TB Gen4 NVMe SSD, RTX 5080, 18" UHD+ Mini LED, Windows 11 Pro) Gaming Laptop
Display: 18" UHD+ (3840x2400) 120Hz Mini LED HDR 1000 100% DCI-P3
Graphics Card: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 16GB GDDR7
Processor: Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX 24 Cores (2.1GHz-5.5GHz, 36MB Intel Smart Cache)
RAM: 128GB (2x 64GB) DDR5 5600MHz | Hard Drive: 18TB [2TB PCIe 5.0 NVMe SSD + 16TB (2x 8TB) PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD]
OS: Microsoft Windows 11 Pro | Warranty: 3-Year MSI USA Warranty Parts & Labor (include 1 Year Global Warranty) + Lifetime Tech Support from EXCaliberPC
ASIN: B0GHRXTCFY
Gigabyte AERO 17 (AERO 17 YE5-94US748HP) summary
Gigabyte AERO 17 is a gaming laptop with Windows 11 Pro released in 2022. It doesn't come with the top Intel CPU and also less RAM than it's rivals for its price. The laptop has the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti graphics card which is subpar for playing games. You can run 80% of the games published this year on recommended settings. Only 4k resolution is unimpressive for the 17″ 120 Hz screen. Your 2000gb SSD storage is satisfactory leaves room for improvement. It is very easy to carry at only 5.73 lbs (2.6 kg).
GIGABYTE AERO 17 YE5-17.3" 4K/UHD miniLED 120Hz, Intel Core i9-12900HK, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti GPU 16GB GDDR6, 32GB DDR5 RAM, 2TB SSD, Win11 Pro, Creator & Gaming Laptop (AERO 17 YE5-94US748HP)
NVIDIA 30 Series GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU 16GB GDDR6, Boost Clock 1125MHz, Maximum Graphics Power 105 W
Intel 12th Gen Ready: 12th Gen Intel Core i9-12900HK (2.5GHz~5GHz)
DDR5 Ready: DDR5 4800 16GB*2, 2x DDR5 Slots - Max 64GB, 2TB Storage
Cutting-Edge Display: 17.3" Thin Bezel 4K/UHD 3840x2160 miniLED 120Hz Display, VESA DisplayHDR 1000
Next Gen Interface: Windows 11 Pro, Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX211 (Gig+), Bluetooth V5.2
AERO Hub: External Adaptor with HDMI, miniDP, USB 3.1 Type-A, RJ45
Dynamic Audio: DTS:X Ultra Audio Technology, Built-in Microphone, 2x 2W Speakers
I/O: 2x Thunderbolt 4, 1x USB 3.2 Gen2 (Type-C), 1x 3.5mm Audio Combo Jack, 1x DC-in Jack
ASIN: B09TVD5CGS