The ASUS ROG Strix G17 is likely designed for high-performance tasks like gaming or demanding engineering software, which justifies the higher price. If those capabilities match your needs, and the budget is not a constraint, it could satisfy your requirements for advanced tasks. However, if you prioritize everyday general use, the HP Pavilion 15 is more budget-friendly and offers adequate performance for such tasks, with the added benefit of being lighter and likely to have better battery life, making it more portable. Consider your most frequent use cases and whether the extra power and cost of the ASUS are necessary for you. 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
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 Pavilion 15
Good portability
Key differences
General Use
7.9/10
7.0/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
320.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
3.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
3.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.2/10
5.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.7/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 and HP Pavilion 15 are both good for general use, though the ASUS ROG Strix G17 is somewhat better.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 is equipped with a high-performance CPU, ample RAM, a superior IPS screen with higher resolution and refresh rate, but it's heavier and has poor portability, making it suitable for stationary use or where outlets are accessible. In contrast, the HP Pavilion 15 offers decent CPU performance, comparable RAM, and lower screen resolution on a TN panel, which is sufficient for basic tasks, comes in a lighter package for better portability, but compromises on battery life and general display quality.
Gaming and AI
8.4/10
6.0/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
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 Pavilion 15 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 delivers superior gaming and 3D performance with a high-end Nvidia GPU and a screen refresh rate of 240Hz, enhancing the visual fluidity and detail in fast-paced scenes. In contrast, the HP Pavilion 15 is limited in these applications due to its basic Intel UHD GPU and a standard refresh rate of 60Hz, which may result in less smooth graphics in demanding games and 3D tasks.
Engineering and Design
8.8/10
6.2/10
9.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.2/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 is very good for engineering and design, while the HP Pavilion 15 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 stands out for engineering and design due to its superior AMD Ryzen 9 processor and Nvidia RTX GPU, which provide powerful performance for compute-intensive tasks and graphical work, while its IPS display with higher resolution offers better screen quality for detailed visual work.
Content Creation
8.3/10
7.1/10
9.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.2/10
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 Pavilion 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
6.6/10
9.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.2/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 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
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
220.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 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 G17 offers a high-resolution display with excellent brightness and panel quality, making it ideal for vivid and sharp visuals during general use and precise color representation in engineering and design tasks. However, its lower refresh rate may not be optimal for gaming and 3D applications, which often require fast screen refresh for smooth motion. In contrast, the HP Pavilion 15's display lacks in brightness, resolution, and color accuracy across the board, leading to a compromised experience whether you’re browsing the web, working with design software, or playing games.
Portability
Poor
Good
17.3in
SIZE
15.6in
6.1 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
1.2in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The HP Pavilion 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
6.2/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 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
$1,391
$600
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 has a price of $1,391 and the HP Pavilion 15 costs $600.
"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 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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