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Updated January 12, 2024·
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 is tailored for high performance with advanced graphics, making it an excellent choice for gaming or intensive engineering tasks. However, it's heavier, impacting its portability. On the other hand, the HP Pavilion 15 is more budget-friendly and lighter, making it better suited for general use and easy to carry around. This lower price comes with less powerful hardware which is less ideal for demanding tasks. The ASUS also has the advantage of a higher quality display. If battery life matters, the HP Pavilion delivers more efficiency. Choose based on whether you prioritize performance or mobility and affordability. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G15
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Good for software development
- Good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- Good speakers
- Good keyboard
Advantages of the HP Pavilion 15
- The HP Pavilion 15 has no clear advantages over the ASUS ROG Strix G15.
Key differences
General Use
7.7
7.0
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
284.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
5.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
3.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.2/10
7.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.7/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 and HP Pavilion 15 are both good for general use, though the ASUS ROG Strix G15 is somewhat better.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15, with its powerful Ryzen 9 CPU and high refresh rate screen, offers compelling performance and screen quality for general usage, though it's less portable and has shorter battery life compared to other options. In contrast, the HP Pavilion 15 provides moderate performance suited to everyday tasks, courtesy of its Intel i3 processor and ample screen size, while excelling in portability and maintaining better heat management, making it a practical option for users on the go.
Gaming and AI
7.0
6.0
5.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 is good for gaming and AI, while the HP Pavilion 15 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 is better suited for gaming and 3D applications due to its high-performing AMD Ryzen 9 processor coupled with an Nvidia RTX 3050 Ti graphics unit, and a high-refresh-rate IPS screen that enhances fluidity during gameplay. In contrast, the HP Pavilion 15 is fair for gaming, as it uses a less powerful Intel i3 processor with integrated Intel UHD graphics and features a lower refresh rate TN screen that rests on the basic side in terms of both performance and visual experience.
Engineering and Design
7.6
6.2
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.2/10
5.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 is good for engineering and design, while the HP Pavilion 15 is only fair.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Content Creation
7.7
7.1
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 and HP Pavilion 15 are both good for content creation, though the ASUS ROG Strix G15 is somewhat better.
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
7.2
6.6
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.2/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 is 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
7.1
5.3
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
284.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 has a better screen than the HP Pavilion 15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 offers a display that's bright with high resolution which is ideal for everyday tasks and detailed engineering work, but its lower refresh rate detracts from the immersive experience required for gaming and 3D applications. In contrast, the HP Pavilion 15's display lacks in brightness and resolution, diminishing the quality for both general use and specialized tasks like engineering, and the same limitations affect its performance in gaming and 3D tasks. For engineering and design, the ASUS screen's better color range enables more accurate color representation, which is crucial for professional creative work.
Battery
5.5 Hours
3.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 has 5.5 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
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The HP Pavilion 15 and ASUS ROG Strix G15 both have good portability, though the HP Pavilion 15 has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8
6.2
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 has 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
$1,249
$600
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 has a price of $1,249 and the HP Pavilion 15 costs $600.
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How the ASUS ROG Strix G15 and the HP Pavilion 15 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS ROG Strix G15 | HP Pavilion 15 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,249 | $600 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2021 | August 1, 2020 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13.9'' x 10.2'' x 0.92'' | 14.1'' x 9.5'' x 0.71'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.63 lbs | 3.75 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.94" | 14.1" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.2" | 9.53" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX | Intel i3-1115G4 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 5.5 Hours | 3 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 56 Wh | 51 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | TN | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1366 x 768 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 284 nits | 220 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 6.3/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.1/10 | 7.8/10 | |
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 | 8.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 6.3/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | No Webcam | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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ASUS ROG Strix G15
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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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Alex Cox | August 2022
"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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