When deciding between laptops, consider that the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition, despite being less costly, tends to be bulkier and heavier, which could be a drawback if you value portability. However, it usually offers robust performance for gaming and demanding tasks. On the other hand, the HP Omen Transcend 14 is more compact and lightweight, making it a better choice for regular travel or if you have limited space. It should handle general use and some engineering software well, but might lag behind the ASUS in heavy-duty gaming or intensive 3D applications. Also, battery life usually varies, with more powerful laptops often having shorter battery lives due to their higher energy consumption. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition
Very good speakers
Advantages of the HP Omen Transcend 14
Very good for general use
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Good portability
Very good battery life
Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.6/10
8.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
283.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
400.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
11.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
6.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.9/10
The HP Omen Transcend 14 is very good for general use, while the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition is good.
The HP Omen Transcend 14, with its balance of a high-quality CPU, ample RAM, and a sharp screen, offers excellent performance for day-to-day tasks, all while maintaining a form factor that enhances portability and battery life. In contrast, the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition focuses on higher performance for demanding tasks with a tradeoff in size and battery life, which might be less appealing for customers prioritizing lightweight travel and longer usage away from a power source.
Engineering and Design
8.0/10
8.5/10
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The HP Omen Transcend 14 and ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition are both very good for engineering and design, though the HP Omen Transcend 14 is somewhat better.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition, with its high-performance CPU, ample RAM, and powerful GPU, provides the hefty processing power and smooth graphics handling needed for demanding engineering tasks and design work, along with a high-quality screen for sharp, detailed visuals. In contrast, the HP Omen Transcend 14, while still offering solid CPU and GPU capabilities, emphasizes more on portability and lower operating noise, making it a balance between power and convenience for on-the-go engineers who still require good performance for their design applications.
Content Creation
7.7/10
8.3/10
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The HP Omen Transcend 14 is very good for content creation, while the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition 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
7.3/10
8.1/10
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The HP Omen Transcend 14 is very good for software development, while the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition is good.
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
7.9/10
8.6/10
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
300Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
283.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
400.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has a better screen than the HP Omen Transcend 14 for gaming and AI, while the HP Omen Transcend 14 has a better screen for general use, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, a laptop with a high-resolution, bright display, and a panel type that offers wide viewing angles and good color reproduction will make for a pleasant viewing and working experience, which the HP Omen Transcend 14 provides. When it comes to engineering and design, accurate color representation across various color gamuts like DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB is crucial for precision work, something both the ASUS ROG Strix G15 and the HP Omen Transcend handle well. However, for gaming and 3D applications where motion clarity is essential, a high refresh rate display significantly enhances the experience, an area where both laptops fall short.
Battery
9.0 Hours
11.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has 9 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.
Portability
Fair
Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
5.5 lbs
WEIGHT
3.8 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The HP Omen Transcend 14 has good portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8/10
7.2/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition and HP Omen Transcend 14 both have good build quality, though the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,500
$1,699
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has a price of $1,500 and the HP Omen Transcend 14 costs $1,699.
The HP Omen Transcend 14 and ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition are both good for gaming and AI.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition offers a high refresh rate and a powerful GPU, making it well-suited for immersive gaming and smooth 3D rendering. The HP Omen Transcend 14, while also featuring a capable GPU and good refresh rate, has an advantage in its more compact form for easier portability, though it may compromise slightly on screen size compared to the ASUS.
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"The Asus ROG Strix G15, as the first in a line of "AMD Advantage"-branded notebooks, is a statement that yes, you can get a premium AMD gaming notebook. Maybe you can't have it all, but you can get pretty close. The ROG Strix G15's combination of the AMD Ryzen 5900HX and Radeon RX 6800M, as well as other technologies that take advantage of them, make a potent, thin gaming machine. Powerful Dolby Atmos speakers and long battery life when you aren't gaming are nice bonuses."
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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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