The ASUS ROG Strix is tailored for gaming and high-performance tasks such as 3D rendering and machine learning, offering faster processing and better graphics but at a higher cost and with less portability due to its bulk and shorter battery life. The HP 15" Laptop is more affordable and suitable for everyday tasks like browsing and office applications, with better portability and longer battery life but less suited for demanding software and gaming. Consider your primary laptop use and whether the higher price and performance of the ASUS align with your needs over the traditional, cost-effective functionality of the HP. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024)
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very 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
8.1/10
6.7/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
459.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
8.0 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 (2024) is very good for general use, while the HP 15" Laptop is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16, with its superior CPU and RAM, excels at demanding tasks and provides an immersive experience through its high-quality screen, but it's less portable and has shorter battery life than the HP 15" Laptop, which offers adequate performance for everyday tasks with greater portability and longer battery life, though with sacrifices in screen quality and overall power. The HP is a better fit for users needing a laptop for lighter use on the go, while the ASUS is tailored for those who require robust performance and are less concerned about carrying it around or frequent recharging.
Gaming and AI
8.4/10
5.9/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
240Hz
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 (2024) is very good for gaming and AI, while the HP 15" Laptop is poor.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 boasts a high-end GPU and a screen with a high refresh rate, enhancing gaming and 3D application performance, which are very important for fluid visuals and fast response times. The HP 15" Laptop, while serviceable, has a less powerful GPU and a lower refresh rate, making it less optimal but still capable for casual gaming and simpler 3D tasks.
Engineering and Design
8.8/10
6.2/10
9.9/10
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 (2024) is very good for engineering and design, while the HP 15" Laptop is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 offers a powerful CPU, abundant RAM, a high-end GPU, and superior screen quality, making it well-suited for demanding engineering and design tasks, but it may be less portable due to its size and weight. In contrast, the HP 15" Laptop has modest CPU and GPU capabilities that can handle basic engineering designs, and it's easier to carry, but its screen and performance might not satisfy more complex or graphic-intensive projects.
Content Creation
8.4/10
6.9/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) is very 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
8.0/10
6.7/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) is very 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
8.8/10
6.3/10
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
459.0 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.
Given its superior panel type, resolution, and brightness, the ASUS ROG Strix G16 offers clear and vivid visuals that are crucial for general use and facilitate precision in engineering and design tasks due to its wider color gamuts. However, its lower refresh rate reduces the smoothness desired in fast-paced gaming and 3D scenarios. The HP 15" laptop, with acceptable quality in panel type and resolution, provides an adequate but less impressive experience for both general tasks and engineering/design work, and like the ASUS, falls short for 3D and gaming usage due to a poor refresh rate.
Battery
8.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has 8 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 (2024) has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8/10
6.0/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) 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
$1,599
$378
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) has a price of $1,599 and the HP 15" Laptop costs $378.
"With the mobile Nvidia GeForce RTX 4080, the Asus ROG Stix G16 hits the sweet spot between performance and cooling. The G16 also does not have to shy away from direct comparison with its supposedly stronger family member, the ROG Strix Scar 18 with its RTX 4090, as most benchmarks of the two laptops are very close to each other. Moreover, the G16 should be significantly cheaper. Depending on the supplier, the price difference here could be almost US$ 2,000. In the 2023 model series, Asus has significantly leveled out the differences between the two high-end lines."
"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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