Let's focus on the key differences that might guide your decision. If you prioritize gaming or high-end tasks like 3D modeling or machine learning, the ASUS ROG Strix G17 likely offers superior graphics and processing power, which will provide a smoother and more responsive experience. However, this comes with a heftier price tag and possibly less portability due to its size and weight. The HP 250 G10, on the other hand, is more affordable and potentially easier to carry around, but it may not handle intensive tasks as well. This model would be more suited for general use such as web browsing, office applications, and media consumption. Battery life can also vary significantly; performance models like the ASUS tend to have shorter battery life due to their powerful components, while more basic models like the HP may last longer on a single charge. Consider your primary activities on the laptop to find the balance between performance and cost that works for you. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G17
Good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Best in class speakers
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the HP 250 G10
Good portability
Good battery life
Key differences
General Use
7.9/10
6.3/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
320.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
3.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
5.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 is good for general use, while the HP 250 G10 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 offers robust performance with a superior CPU and dedicated graphics, a larger and higher quality display, and better speaker quality, making it well-suited for demanding tasks but with limited battery life and portability due to its size and weight. In contrast, the HP 250 G10, while more portable and with a longer battery life, compromises with a less powerful CPU and integrated graphics, a smaller and lower-resolution display, affecting its overall suitability for performance-intensive general uses.
Gaming and AI
8.4/10
5.7/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
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 G17 is very good for gaming and AI, while the HP 250 G10 is poor.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Engineering and Design
8.8/10
5.8/10
9.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 is very good for engineering and design, while the HP 250 G10 is poor.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 is ideal for engineering and design due to its powerful AMD Ryzen CPU, high-end Nvidia GPU, ample storage, and a high-quality IPS screen with superior color coverage and resolution. In contrast, the HP 250 G10 falls short with a basic Intel CPU, integrated graphics, limited storage, and a lower-quality TN screen with less color accuracy and lower resolution.
Content Creation
8.3/10
6.2/10
9.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 is very good for content creation, while the HP 250 G10 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
7.7/10
6.4/10
9.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 is good for software development, while the HP 250 G10 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
8.4/10
5.3/10
17.3in
SIZE
15.6in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
320.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 has a better screen than the HP 250 G10 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, the ASUS offers clear, crisp visuals with high resolution and brightness, but for gaming, it falls short due to a slower screen refresh rate, which is crucial for fast-paced games. The HP 250 G10's screen lacks in all areas, offering subpar resolution and brightness, making everything from web browsing to video watching less vibrant and less enjoyable. However, for those in engineering and design, the ASUS steps up with a wider color gamut, ensuring more accurate color representation for professional tasks, while the HP's limited color range can hinder precision.
Battery
3.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 has 3 hours of battery life. The HP 250 G10 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
Poor
Good
17.3in
SIZE
15.6in
6.1 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
1.2in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The HP 250 G10 has good portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G17 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8/10
6.0/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 has good build quality, while the HP 250 G10 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,391
$349
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 has a price of $1,391 and the HP 250 G10 costs $349.
"The Asus ROG Strix G17 is an attractive but unbalanced gaming laptop. Its potent AMD Ryzen 9 processor excels in 1080p gaming, but playing at 1440p leaves the middling GeForce RTX 4060 GPU shouldering most of the burden. The display is exceptionally colorful, which is handy for content creators, but since this is a gaming laptop it would be better served with improved HDR capabilities. If battery life isn't a priority, the Strix G17 could serve as a designer by day and a gamer by night."
"The HP 250 G10 is a decent budget device that surprises us with its high CPU frequencies under load. Still, our configuration has a Core i5-1335U which doesn’t require significant cooling, if choose a 28W P-series processor, maybe the situation with the clocks could be different. If you want to play some casual game after work, a memory in dual-channel is a must because it increases greatly the iGPU performance."
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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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