If you prioritize a sleek design and ecosystem integration for tasks like web browsing, office work, and media consumption, the Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2020) offers a more portable and streamlined experience, along with better battery life. However, if your focus is on gaming, content creation, or other graphics-intensive tasks, the HP Omen 16, while bulkier and with shorter battery life, offers superior performance with its dedicated graphics card and larger screen. Choose the MacBook for everyday use and the HP Omen for specialized, power-hungry applications. Keep in mind that MacBooks generally hold their value better over time. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2020)
Best in class overall build quality
Very good portability
Best in class battery life
Best in class speakers
Best in class keyboard
Advantages of the HP Omen 16
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.3/10
8.0/10
3.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.5/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
10.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The HP Omen 16 is very good for gaming and AI, while the Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2020) is only fair.
The MacBook Pro 13's fair 3D performance is due to its integrated Apple M1 GPU which is less powerful than dedicated gaming GPUs and its standard refresh rate screen, while the HP Omen 16's very good performance for gaming and 3D results from its robust Nvidia RTX 4060 and high refresh rate screen; however, it's important to note that a variety of popular games are not compatible with MacOS found on the MacBook.
Engineering and Design
7.3/10
8.4/10
6.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
3.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.5/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The HP Omen 16 is very good for engineering and design, while the Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2020) is good.
The HP Omen 16 outperforms the Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2020) for engineering and design due to its more powerful Intel processor and dedicated Nvidia GPU, which offer superior performance necessary for demanding tasks and software used in these fields. Additionally, the HP has a larger screen and more RAM, which are crucial for multitasking and detailed work, although it sacrifices some battery life and portability compared to the highly portable MacBook Pro with its longer-lasting battery and fanless operation for a quieter work environment.
Screen Quality
7.6/10
7.6/10
13.3in
SIZE
16.1in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
491.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
338.0 nits
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 has a better screen than the HP Omen 16 for general use, and engineering and design, while the HP Omen 16 has a better screen for gaming and AI.
The MacBook Pro 13, with its high-resolution Retina display, provides vivid detail and brightness, ideal for everyday tasks and technical work that requires precise color representation like engineering and design. However, it lacks a high refresh rate, making it less suitable for 3D applications where fluid motion is key. On the other hand, the HP Omen 16, despite having good screen resolution and adequate brightness for general and engineering tasks, may not offer the optimal gaming and 3D experience due to a lower refresh rate compared to specialized gaming laptops.
Battery
20.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 has 20 hours of battery life. The HP Omen 16 has 6 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
Portability
Very Good
Fair
13.3in
SIZE
16.1in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
5.4 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2020) has very good portability, while the HP Omen 16 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
10.0/10
7.4/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2020) has best in class build quality, while the HP Omen 16 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,249
$1,100
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2020) has a price of $1,249 and the HP Omen 16 costs $1,100.
The HP Omen 16 and Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2020) are both good for general use.
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2020) offers a high-quality screen, excellent battery life, and portability due to its lightweight design and compact size, making it well-suited for general use. In contrast, the HP Omen 16 has a larger screen and is equipped with a powerful processor and more RAM, which can handle more demanding tasks, but it is heavier and has shorter battery life, reducing its portability.
Content Creation
7.8/10
7.8/10
6.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2020) and HP Omen 16 are both good for content creation.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Software Development
7.8/10
7.6/10
6.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
9.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2020) and HP Omen 16 are both good for software development.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
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How the Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2020) and the HP Omen 16 compare to other laptops
"The MacBook Pro 13 is still a very good subnotebook. The 2022 MacBook Pro 13 might look like recycling at first, because the device is completely identical to the old model expect for the new M2 SoC. We have to admit that we were surprised to see another iteration of the MBP 13 as well. The laptop is obviously familiar, but this does not change the fact that it is still a very good subnotebook. You get an excellent chassis with good stability, a very good display, good input devices and the new M2 chip is very powerful and efficient."
"The Omen 16 has proven to be a fairly good mid-range gaming laptop with all-around improvements compared to the Omen 15. The high overall performance level across all use cases, the long battery life, and the good FHD display constitute the main advantages of this HP laptop. The main drawbacks are the faulty touchpad (one-off?) and the high latencies that can be observed even after just opening the browser. Furthermore, the useless, preinstalled 30-day trial versions of various software also fall under the category "unnecessary"."
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About Apple
Apple, an American technology company, is one of the world’s largest company in terms of market capitalization. Their MacBook laptops feature a slim, minimalistic design, class-leading battery life, and premium display and speaker quality. In 2020 Apple switched from using Intel processors to their own silicon chips which have excellent performance and efficiency. The macOS operating system is the second most widely used OS, after Windows.
About HP
HP, also known as Hewlett-Packard, is an American technology company that develops personal computers and computer peripherals. In the laptop industry, HP is known for its entry level Essential series laptops, its mid-range Pavilion, Envy, and Victus series, and high-end Omen and Spectre series, in addition to its business-oriented EliteBook, ProBook, and Dragonfly series laptops. HP laptops generally undercut other mainstream competitors in terms of price, placing itself as the value-oriented mainstream brand.
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