The ASUS ROG Strix G17 offers a larger screen and higher resolution, making it better for gaming and visual tasks, and features a newer, more powerful GPU which is better for 3D rendering or machine learning. However, it is less portable due to its larger size and weight. The HP Omen 15, on the other hand, is more portable, and while it has a smaller screen and lower screen resolution, it offers better battery life, making it preferable for on-the-go use or extended periods away from a power source. The HP Omen 15 is also typically less expensive than the ASUS, making it a more budget-friendly option. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G17
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Best in class speakers
Advantages of the HP Omen 15
Good portability
Very good battery life
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.4/10
7.6/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.8/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 is very good for gaming and AI, while the HP Omen 15 is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 offers stronger graphical performance with a newer GPU, and its higher screen refresh rate provides smoother visuals for gaming and 3D applications, while the HP Omen 15, though respectable with a high-tier GPU and solid refresh rate, is better suited for less demanding gaming and has a slightly lower screen quality. The ASUS model also has a higher resolution display and stronger CPU enhancing overall gaming and 3D experiences, indicating a tradeoff for those seeking top performance at the cost of higher price and less portability compared to the more balanced HP Omen 15.
Engineering and Design
8.8/10
7.9/10
9.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 is very good for engineering and design, while the HP Omen 15 is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17, with a high-end CPU and leading-edge GPU, offers top-tier performance for demanding engineering and design tasks, along with a superior screen in both size and quality, at the cost of portability and potentially higher operating noise.
Screen Quality
8.4/10
7.3/10
17.3in
SIZE
15.6in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
320.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
318.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 has a better screen than the HP Omen 15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and content creation.
When considering the ASUS ROG Strix G17 and the HP Omen 15 for general use, factors like panel type, resolution, and brightness are crucial, with the ASUS offering a sharp, bright display that enhances viewing and productivity experiences. For engineering and design tasks where color accuracy is key, the ASUS provides a wide range of colors, closely matching professional color spaces, giving designers and engineers a truer representation of their work. However, the ASUS falls short for gaming and 3D applications due to its lower refresh rate, which leads to less fluid motion compared to laptops with higher refresh rates, potentially impacting fast-paced visual experiences.
Battery
3.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 has 3 hours of battery life. The HP Omen 15 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
Poor
Good
17.3in
SIZE
15.6in
6.1 lbs
WEIGHT
5.4 lbs
1.2in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The HP Omen 15 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
7.2/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 and HP Omen 15 both have good build quality, though the ASUS ROG Strix G17 has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,391
$990
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 has a price of $1,391 and the HP Omen 15 costs $990.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 and HP Omen 15 are both good for general use.
For general use, the ASUS ROG Strix G17 offers a robust CPU and ample RAM for multitasking, with a high-quality screen enhancing the visual experience, but its larger size and weight reduce portability and it has a shorter battery life compared to lighter models. The HP Omen 15, while similarly equipped with a powerful CPU and sufficient RAM for everyday tasks, balances screen quality with better battery life and portability, and while it also has good storage, keyboard and speaker quality, its operating noise and heat management are merely adequate.
Content Creation
8.3/10
7.8/10
9.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS ROG Strix G17 to be very good for content creation, while the HP Omen 15 is good.
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
7.6/10
9.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 and HP Omen 15 are both good for software development.
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.
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How the ASUS ROG Strix G17 and the HP Omen 15 compare to other laptops
"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."
"We consider around 1,260 Euros (~$1530) for a Ryzen 7 4800H, a GeForce RTX 2060, a 512 GB SSD and 16 GB dual-channel RAM to be a good offer that appeals to price-conscious gamers. Very high details are rarely a problem in the native resolution of 1,920 x 1,080. Buyers will also be spoiled with a top-notch battery life that even beats most other notebook classes. If HP now improves the speed of the WLAN module, the stability of the case and the repeatedly criticized picture quality, the competition will have to dress extra warmly."
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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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