The ASUS ROG Flow X16, although more expensive, offers substantial advantages in processing power, graphics, and screen quality, making it suitable for intensive gaming, 3D rendering, and engineering tasks. Its high refresh rate display, combined with good color coverage, makes it also excellent for creative work. However, it's not as lightweight and portable as the HP 17" Laptop.
On the other hand, the HP 17" Laptop is more affordable and provides a larger screen size, which is beneficial for general use and multitasking. While it has adequate performance for everyday tasks, it may not handle high-end gaming or intensive engineering software as effectively. Considering its lower price, it's a practical option if budget and a larger display are priorities for you. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Flow X16
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Best in class speakers
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the HP 17" Laptop
The HP 17" Laptop has no clear advantages over the ASUS ROG Flow X16.
Key differences
General Use
8.0/10
7.3/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
502.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
287.0 nits
5.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.5 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
7.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.1/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 is very good for general use, while the HP 17" Laptop is good.
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 stands out with a powerful CPU, high-resolution touchscreen display, and is versatile as a convertible device, making it great for general use, though it may be less portable and have lower battery life compared to lighter laptops. Conversely, the HP 17" Laptop offers a larger screen size and integrated GPU suitable for general tasks, with a numeric keypad enhancing everyday use, but it has lower screen resolution and less processing power than high-performance alternatives.
Gaming and AI
7.6/10
6.2/10
7.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 is good for gaming and AI, while the HP 17" Laptop is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 outshines the HP 17" Laptop in gaming and 3D tasks primarily because of its superior GPU, the Nvidia RTX 3060, which is much more capable than the integrated graphics in the HP 17" Laptop. Additionally, the ASUS has a higher screen refresh rate, which makes for smoother visuals in fast-paced games, enhancing the overall gaming experience.
Engineering and Design
8.3/10
6.8/10
8.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
7.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 is very good for engineering and design, while the HP 17" Laptop is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 is favored for engineering and design due to its more powerful AMD Ryzen 9 CPU, superior Nvidia RTX GPU, and higher-resolution, higher-brightness touchscreen, which enhance performance and screen quality for demanding tasks.
Content Creation
8.0/10
7.2/10
8.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 is very good for content creation, while the HP 17" Laptop 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
7.7/10
7.1/10
8.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 and HP 17" Laptop are both good for software development, though the ASUS ROG Flow X16 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
8.5/10
6.6/10
16.0in
SIZE
17.3in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
502.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
287.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 has a better screen than the HP 17" Laptop for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 boasts a high-resolution display and impressive brightness, benefiting tasks like web browsing and document editing, while its wide color gamut ensures accurate colors for engineering and design work. However, its lower refresh rate makes it less suitable for high-end gaming or 3D work where smoother motion is critical. The HP 17" Laptop, with its moderate resolution and brightness, is adequate for day-to-day tasks and some design work, but it lacks the color accuracy and high refresh rates desired by professionals and gamers.
Build Quality
8.5/10
6.0/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 has very good build quality, while the HP 17" Laptop has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,300
$600
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 has a price of $1,300 and the HP 17" Laptop costs $600.
"Above all else, the Asus ROG Flow X16 is one thing - versatile! It is a thin, mobile work device, it's a 2-in-1, tablet, a powerful workstation and even a gaming PC. But something even more surprising: It does all of these things really well without making any big blunders. It's anything but a lazy compromise. Because, despite its compact dimensions and 2-in-1 functionality, the hardware isn't throttled and boasts, at least in turbo mode, above-average performance."
"As far as starter laptops go, the HP Laptop 17 is a sound investment. Sure, it might not be the lightest of options, but what you get for the price is a well-rounded machine that fits multiple niches. Whether it be office duties that require you to multi-task between multiple programs, or study tasks in which you’ll spend hours browsing online, this laptop does it all. Plus, when it's time to unwind, you can watch your favorite shows or movies on a super-wide display. What's best of all is that you can do all this for about half a day on a single charge."
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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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