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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 excels in performance for gaming and engineering tasks due to its powerful CPU and GPU, but it's heavier and less portable, with less battery life. The HP Dragonfly Pro 14, on the other hand, is lighter, more portable, offers better battery life, and features a touchscreen, making it better suited for business use and general productivity. If you prioritize gaming or performance-intensive applications, the ASUS would serve you well, but if you need a device that's easy to carry with longer battery life for everyday tasks and business applications, the HP Dragonfly Pro 14 is the better option. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G15
- Good for gaming and AI
Advantages of the HP Dragonfly Pro 14"
- Very good for general use
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good portability
- Very good battery life
- Best in class speakers
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Software Development
7.2
7.8
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" and ASUS ROG Strix G15 are both good for software development, though the HP Dragonfly Pro 14" 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
7.1
7.1
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
284.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
405.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 has a better screen than the HP Dragonfly Pro 14" for gaming and AI, while the HP Dragonfly Pro 14" has a better screen for general use, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
When considering screen quality for general use, both the ASUS ROG Strix G15 and the HP Dragonfly Pro have displays with ample resolution and brightness, which contribute to clear and vibrant images for everyday tasks. For engineering and design, these laptops' screens cover a wide range of colors within the DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB spectrums, ensuring accuracy in color-sensitive work. However, for gaming and 3D applications where high refresh rates are crucial, these laptops fall short because they do not prioritize the rapid visual changes needed for smooth motion and gameplay.
Battery
5.5 Hours
10.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 has 5.5 hours of battery life. The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" has 10 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
Good
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.4 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" has very good portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8
8.5
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" has very good build quality, while the ASUS ROG Strix G15 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,249
$1,400
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 has a price of $1,249 and the HP Dragonfly Pro 14" costs $1,400.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
8.0
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
284.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
405.0 nits
5.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.2/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers HP Dragonfly Pro 14" to be very good for general use, while the ASUS ROG Strix G15 is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15, with its gaming-oriented high-performance CPU and extra RAM, excels in tasks that need more power but is heavier and has shorter battery life, making it less portable than the HP Dragonfly Pro 14", which offers a balance of CPU performance, sufficient RAM, and a high-quality screen, wrapped in a light design with longer battery life for everyday mobility. While storage, keyboard, speaker quality, and heat management are also solid on both, the HP's quieter operation and cooler system might appeal more for general use scenarios.
Gaming and AI
7.0
6.5
5.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS ROG Strix G15 to be good for gaming and AI, while the HP Dragonfly Pro 14" is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 offers better gaming and 3D performance primarily because it has a more powerful Nvidia RTX 3050 Ti GPU and a higher screen refresh rate of 144Hz, making it less optimal for fast-paced gaming and demanding 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
7.6
7.6
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.7/10
5.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 and HP Dragonfly Pro 14" are both good for engineering and design.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 is equipped with a high-performance AMD Ryzen 9 CPU, a capable Nvidia RTX GPU, and a high refresh rate screen, making it well-suited for engineering and design tasks that require power and speed. In contrast, the HP Dragonfly Pro focuses on a balance of performance with an AMD Ryzen 7 CPU and Radeon GPU, while excelling in portability, screen quality with higher resolution and brightness, and superior keyboard and speaker quality, suitable for on-the-go professionals who also need solid performance for engineering and design.
Content Creation
7.7
7.9
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" and ASUS ROG Strix G15 are both good for content creation.
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.
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How the ASUS ROG Strix G15 and the HP Dragonfly Pro 14" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS ROG Strix G15 | HP Dragonfly Pro 14" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,249 | $1,400 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2021 | July 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13.9'' x 10.2'' x 0.92'' | 12.4'' x 8.8'' x 0.72'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.63 lbs | 3.42 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.94" | 12.39" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.2" | 8.78" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX | AMD Ryzen 7 7736U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 5.5 Hours | 10 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 56 Wh | 64.6 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 284 nits | 405 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.1/10 | 8.3/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.3/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 9.6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | No Webcam | 1440p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 0 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 3 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 3 | |
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Marius Schell | February 2021
"The ASUS ROG Strix G15 is a successful high-performance 15-inch laptop. The Asus ROG Strix impresses with an elaborate design and fast hardware. The latter can unleash its potential well in the large 15-inch case and achieve a decent performance boost compared to the previous generation. Especially the stunning 300 Hz display as well as the RTX 3070 and its generous TDP give gamers their money's worth. Asus didn't neglect seemingly small details, either, such as the keyboard and the maintenance options. The ROG Strix G15 offers a lot of pure performance and excellent workmanship in a 15-inch format, but connectivity leaves something to be desired."
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Brendan Nystedt | March 2023
"I’d say that the HP Dragonfly Pro checks off most of the boxes for this freelancer. It feels nice to use, is zippy and responsive, has great speakers, and even has a relatively sane price. Although it’s an unorthodox choice to pick AMD for this kind of machine, it’s clear that when Ryzen is given a chance to shine, it can kick a lot of butt."
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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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