The ASUS ROG Flow X16 is a powerful laptop suitable for intensive tasks like gaming, 3D rendering, and machine learning, due to its high-performance processor and advanced graphics card. It also doubles as a tablet, which adds versatility but at a higher price point. The HP 250 G10, on the other hand, is more budget-friendly and might suffice for general use, but it doesn't have the same level of power, making it less optimal for demanding applications. Additionally, the ASUS offers a higher-resolution display, making it better for visual tasks, whereas the HP's lower-resolution screen might suffice for basic tasks. With these considerations in mind, choose the ASUS for performance and versatility or the HP for basic use and cost savings. 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
Good for software development
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 250 G10
Good battery life
Key differences
General Use
8.0/10
6.3/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
502.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
5.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
7.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 is very good for general use, while the HP 250 G10 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 offers a more powerful CPU and dedicated graphics suitable for more demanding tasks, a larger and higher quality touchscreen display for better viewing and interaction, in addition to longer battery life, making it well-rounded for general use. On the other hand, the HP 250 G10, while lighter and thus more portable with excellent heat management, comes with a less capable CPU and integrated graphics, a smaller lower-resolution screen, and shorter battery life, which reflects in its fair suitability for general use.
Gaming and AI
7.6/10
5.7/10
7.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 is good for gaming and AI, while the HP 250 G10 is poor.
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 excels in gaming and 3D tasks because it comes equipped with a powerful Nvidia RTX 3060 GPU and a high screen refresh rate of 165Hz, which is ideal for fast-paced visuals. On the other hand, the HP 250 G10 falls short in these areas due to its less capable Intel UHD Graphics and a lower refresh rate of 60Hz, which doesn't support demanding gaming or 3D applications as effectively.
Engineering and Design
8.3/10
5.8/10
8.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
7.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 is very good for engineering and design, while the HP 250 G10 is poor.
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 excels in engineering and design tasks due to its high-end AMD Ryzen 9 processor, dedicated Nvidia RTX 3060 graphics, and a high-quality IPS touch display with excellent color coverage, making it suitable for intensive tasks and visual work. In contrast, the HP 250 G10 falls short with its basic Intel N200 processor, integrated Intel UHD graphics, and a lower-resolution TN screen, leading to less powerful performance and poorer visual fidelity which are detrimental for engineering and design use.
Content Creation
8.0/10
6.2/10
8.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 is very good for content creation, while the HP 250 G10 is only fair.
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
6.4/10
8.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 is good for software development, while the HP 250 G10 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
8.5/10
5.3/10
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
502.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 has a better screen than the HP 250 G10 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
If you prioritize a vibrant display with crisp visuals for productivity and media, the ASUS laptop with its superior resolution and brightness would serve you well, but it wouldn't match gaming demands because of its refresh rate limitations. Meanwhile, the HP's poorer display features across all metrics might result in a less satisfying viewing experience regardless of your use case. For those engaged in engineering and design work, the ASUS's broader color coverage will ensure more accurate color representation, which is less of a concern with the HP, considering its limited color gamut.
Build Quality
8.5/10
6.0/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 has very good build quality, while the HP 250 G10 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
$349
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 has a price of $1,300 and the HP 250 G10 costs $349.
"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."
"The HP 250 G10 is a decent budget device that surprises us with its high CPU frequencies under load. Still, our configuration has a Core i5-1335U which doesn’t require significant cooling, if choose a 28W P-series processor, maybe the situation with the clocks could be different. If you want to play some casual game after work, a memory in dual-channel is a must because it increases greatly the iGPU performance."
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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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