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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 is more expensive but offers superior performance, making it suitable for intensive tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, and engineering. It has a larger screen, more storage and RAM, a faster processor, a powerful dedicated GPU, higher screen refresh rate for fast motion, and better battery life, which are all essential for gaming and productivity. On the other hand, the HP 15" Laptop is more budget-friendly, lighter, and thinner, making it more portable. It has less power which is fine for general use such as web browsing, video streaming, and document editing, but it is not suitable for intensive gaming or heavy-duty tasks. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G16
- Good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Good for software development
- Good for content creation
- Good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- Very good speakers
- Good keyboard
Advantages of the HP 15" Laptop
- Good portability
Key differences
General Use
7.7
6.7
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
291.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
6.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 is good for general use, while the HP 15" Laptop is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 is considered good for general use because it has a high-performance CPU and a significant amount of RAM, along with a quality screen and dedicated graphics that contribute to a better overall experience, though it is less portable and has a shorter battery life than some alternatives. In contrast, the HP 15" Laptop is rated fair for general use due to its more modest CPU and lower amount of RAM, which might not handle intensive tasks as smoothly, but it benefits from greater portability and might offer a longer battery life due to its less power-hungry components.
Gaming and AI
7.9
5.9
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 is good for gaming and AI, while the HP 15" Laptop is poor.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 boasts a more powerful Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU and a higher screen refresh rate which are crucial for smooth gaming and 3D performance, while the HP 15" Laptop's modest Intel i3 UHD Graphics and lower refresh rate are adequate for less demanding tasks but may not provide as immersive an experience. Additionally, the ASUS has a higher-resolution display, enhancing visual quality and detail, which is important for gaming and media consumption.
Engineering and Design
8.3
6.2
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 is very good for engineering and design, while the HP 15" Laptop is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 boasts a powerful CPU, ample RAM, and a high-end GPU which significantly outperform the more modest components of the HP 15" Laptop, making it much better suited for demanding engineering and design tasks that require intensive processing and graphics capabilities.
Content Creation
7.9
6.9
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 is good for content creation, while the HP 15" Laptop 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
6.7
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 is good for software development, while the HP 15" Laptop 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
7.5
6.3
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
291.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has a better screen than the HP 15" Laptop for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 boasts a vibrant display with high resolution and brightness that enhances the experience for general use and engineering tasks, where clarity and color accuracy are crucial. However, for gaming and 3D tasks, its poor refresh rate leads to less smooth visuals which can be distracting. The HP 15" Laptop offers fair performance in terms of display for both general use and engineering due to its adequate resolution and brightness, but like the ASUS, its lower refresh rate hinders gaming and 3D performance, making fast-paced visuals less fluid.
Battery
9.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has 9 hours of battery life. The HP 15" Laptop has 6 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
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
5.5 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The HP 15" Laptop has good portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G16 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8
6.0
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has good build quality, while the HP 15" Laptop has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,269
$375
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has a price of $1,269 and the HP 15" Laptop costs $375.
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How the ASUS ROG Strix G16 and the HP 15" Laptop compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS ROG Strix G16 | HP 15" Laptop |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,269 | $375 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2023 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13.9'' x 10.4'' x 1.05'' | 14.1'' x 9.5'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.51 lbs | 3.73 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.94" | 14.11" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.39" | 9.53" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13650HX | Intel i3-1215U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 128 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 41 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 291 nits | 250 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.5/10 | 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 | 6/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 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 | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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ASUS ROG Strix G16
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Marc Herter | March 2023
"With the mobile Nvidia GeForce RTX 4080, the Asus ROG Stix G16 hits the sweet spot between performance and cooling. The G16 also does not have to shy away from direct comparison with its supposedly stronger family member, the ROG Strix Scar 18 with its RTX 4090, as most benchmarks of the two laptops are very close to each other. Moreover, the G16 should be significantly cheaper. Depending on the supplier, the price difference here could be almost US$ 2,000. In the 2023 model series, Asus has significantly leveled out the differences between the two high-end lines."
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Alex Iliev | August 2022
"Chances are high that the HP 15 is one of the first laptops to pop up when you search for an inexpensive notebook. Indeed, its price tag is very tempting for many, and of course, this is the reason for its popularity. However, the HP 15" suffers from poor performance due to low power consumption. On the bright side, one of the good things about it is the port selection. On the inside, this includes two SODIMM slots for memory, an M.2 PCIe x4 slot for storage, and a SATA drive bay. However, the TN panel, and mediocre input devices are not ideal."
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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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