The ASUS ROG Flow X13 offers premium performance suitable for intensive tasks such as 3D modeling, machine learning, or gaming due to its high-end Ryzen 9 processor and RTX graphics card, and it has a high-resolution display that doubles as a tablet. However, this power comes at the cost of higher price and reduced battery life. On the other hand, the HP Pavilion 15 is more wallet-friendly and typically offers longer battery life but features less powerful components like an Intel i3 processor and integrated graphics, limiting its use to general activities and not intensive tasks. The HP is also larger and might be less convenient to carry around. If you require advanced capabilities for demanding tasks, consider investing in the ASUS, otherwise, for everyday use, the HP Pavilion could suffice at a lower cost. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Flow X13
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Very good portability
Good battery life
Good speakers
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the HP Pavilion 15
The HP Pavilion 15 has no clear advantages over the ASUS ROG Flow X13.
Key differences
General Use
8.1/10
7.0/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
511.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
3.0 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.2/10
8.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.7/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 is very good for general use, while the HP Pavilion 15 is good.
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 excels in general use due to its superior CPU (AMD Ryzen 9), high-quality screen, and compactness, enhancing portability and battery life; however, it might come at a higher price. In contrast, the HP Pavilion 15 offers a satisfactory experience for general tasks with a decent screen size and good battery life but uses a more basic CPU (Intel i3), which could affect performance in more demanding applications.
Gaming and AI
7.8/10
6.0/10
7.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 is good for gaming and AI, while the HP Pavilion 15 is only fair.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Engineering and Design
8.5/10
6.2/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.2/10
7.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 is very good for engineering and design, while the HP Pavilion 15 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 excels in engineering and design due to its powerful AMD Ryzen 9 processor, high-end Nvidia RTX GPU, and a high-quality IPS display with better screen resolution, leading to crisp imagery and color accuracy, which is crucial for detail-oriented tasks. On the other hand, the HP Pavilion 15, with a basic Intel i3 processor and integrated graphics, along with a lower quality TN display and reduced screen resolution, offers less processing power and visual clarity, making it less ideal for demanding engineering applications and design work.
Content Creation
8.2/10
7.1/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.2/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 is very good for content creation, while the HP Pavilion 15 is good.
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
8.0/10
6.6/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.2/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 is very good for software development, while the HP Pavilion 15 is only fair.
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
8.4/10
5.3/10
13.4in
SIZE
15.6in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
511.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has a better screen than the HP Pavilion 15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, the ASUS ROG Flow X13 offers a high-resolution, bright display with a good panel type, which makes for clear, vibrant visuals, while the HP Pavilion 15's lower resolution and brightness result in a less sharp and dimmer image. In engineering and design, the ASUS's color accuracy covering wider color gamuts ensures that designers see true-to-life colors, a feature the HP lacks, potentially leading to less precise color work. When it comes to 3D and gaming, the ASUS’s lower refresh rate may disappoint gamers looking for the smoothest visuals, even though it has a satisfactory resolution and panel type, whereas the HP also falls short for these applications due to the same issues plus poor overall screen quality.
Battery
8.0 Hours
3.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has 8 hours of battery life. The HP Pavilion 15 has 3 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
Good
13.4in
SIZE
15.6in
2.8 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has very good portability, while the HP Pavilion 15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5/10
6.2/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has very good build quality, while the HP Pavilion 15 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$2,500
$600
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has a price of $2,500 and the HP Pavilion 15 costs $600.
"The Asus ROG Flow X13 is not an off-the-shelf convertible. This quickly becomes clear when you take a closer look at the technical specs. The AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS is a state-of-the-art SoC with 8 cores and 16 threads, which also makes the 2-in-1 interesting as a work device. With 32 GB of RAM and a 1 TB SSD, gamers are also well taken care of. The dedicated Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q fits well into the overall concept and ensures a solid 3D performance. With the eGPU dock, which is equipped with a GeForce RTX 3080, the small convertible transforms into a full-fledged desktop replacement in terms of performance."
"The HP Pavilion 15 carries a fair amount of power and a sharp display in its handsome slimline shell. It's not perfect, but it's a hard worker. This is wonderfully designed and totes a heck of a lot of desktop power, with the added benefit of a decent webcam and a full-sized keyboard. If you're getting down to business on a budget, it's a great fit."
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About ASUS
ASUS, a Taiwanese electronics brand, is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. The majority of their laptops are targeted towards personal use or gaming. Their most popular product lines include the budget-friendly VivoBook, more premium ZenBook, and their TUF and ROG gaming laptops, the latter of which has a reputation for excellent gaming performance.
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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