If you're looking for a laptop with a sleek design, excellent display, and optimized software for creative tasks like video editing or graphic design, the Apple MacBook Pro 16 is a premium option with a stronger emphasis on build quality and battery life. On the other hand, the HP Omen Transcend 14 is tailored for gaming and performance-heavy applications, often featuring more powerful graphics at the expense of battery life and portability. Keep in mind the MacBook Pro uses macOS, which may not support some Windows-based applications, while the HP Omen is more versatile for a wider variety of software, including games. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023)
Excellent overall display quality
Best in class overall build quality
Best in class battery life
Best in class speakers
Best in class keyboard
Advantages of the HP Omen Transcend 14
The HP Omen Transcend 14 has no clear advantages over the Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023).
Key differences
General Use
8.8/10
8.2/10
3456 x 2234
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
487.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
400.0 nits
17.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
11.0 Hours
9.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.9/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023) and HP Omen Transcend 14 are both very good for general use, though the Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023) is somewhat better.
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 offers high-quality CPU performance and ample RAM for smooth multitasking, combined with exceptional screen quality and long battery life for comfortable all-day use; its portability, however, is lessened by its size and weight. The HP Omen Transcend has strong CPU performance and RAM for fluid general use, a good screen, and while more portable than the MacBook, its battery life may fall short for extended periods away from power outlets. Both have adequate storage but the MacBook stands out with its superior keyboard, speaker quality, and thermal management.
Content Creation
8.9/10
8.3/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
3456 x 2234
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
18.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023) and HP Omen Transcend 14 are both very good for content creation, though the Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023) is somewhat better.
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
8.9/10
8.1/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
18.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
3456 x 2234
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
9.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023) and HP Omen Transcend 14 are both very good for software development, though the Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023) is somewhat better.
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.
Screen Quality
9.3/10
8.6/10
16.2in
SIZE
14.0in
3456 x 2234
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
487.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
400.0 nits
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 has a better screen than the HP Omen Transcend 14 for general use, AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Apple MacBook Pro 16's display is renowned for its high resolution and brightness, providing sharp and vibrant images which are ideal for general usage, while its wide color gamuts ensure accurate colors for engineering and design tasks. However, its lower refresh rate makes it less suitable for 3D applications where fluid motion is key. On the other hand, the HP Omen Transcend 14 also offers a high-resolution, bright screen with strong color accuracy for general use and creative work, but its refresh rate isn't high enough for the smooth visuals demanded by high-end gaming and 3D rendering.
Battery
17.5 Hours
11.0 Hours
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 has 17.5 hours of battery life. The HP Omen Transcend 14 has 11 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.
Build Quality
10.0/10
7.2/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023) has best in class build quality, while the HP Omen Transcend 14 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$2,499
$1,699
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023) has a price of $2,499 and the HP Omen Transcend 14 costs $1,699.
The HP Omen Transcend 14 and Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023) are both good for gaming and AI.
The Apple MacBook Pro 16, with its powerful GPU and high-quality screen, excels at handling 3D tasks and creative work, but its operating system limits the range of games available. Meanwhile, the HP Omen Transcend 14, boasting a high refresh rate display and strong GPU, offers smoother gameplay and is well-suited for both gaming and 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
8.9/10
8.5/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
6.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.9/10
18.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023) and HP Omen Transcend 14 are both very good for engineering and design.
The Apple MacBook Pro 16, with its robust CPU, high-end GPU, ample RAM, and exceptional screen quality, excels in tasks such as video editing, 3D modeling, and software development; however, it's less portable compared to smaller laptops. The HP Omen Transcend 14 also offers strong performance with its capable CPU, dedicated GPU, and ample memory, but with added gaming prowess, and while it's more portable than the MacBook Pro, it might have louder operating noise under heavy loads.
Portability
Good
Good
16.2in
SIZE
14.0in
4.7 lbs
WEIGHT
3.8 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The HP Omen Transcend 14 and Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023) both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023) and the HP Omen Transcend 14 compare to other laptops
"The Apple MacBook Pro 16 2023: M2 Max challenges GeForce RTX 3080 Ti. The new MacBook Pro 16 2023 with the M2 Max SoC is the most powerful laptop Apple has on sale right now. While we do not get the expected performance and efficiency improvements from completely new 3 nm chips, which we expected ahead of the launch, the 2023 model is still a solid update. The CPU of the M2 Max can be up to 20 % faster than the old model and we also see an advantage of 25-30 % for the GPU with 38 cores. However, both components also consume more power, so the efficiency did not change that much under maximum load."
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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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