The ASUS ROG Strix G17 generally offers superior performance, making it suitable for 3D gaming, machine learning, and engineering software; however, it is heavier, reducing portability and may have shorter battery life compared to more basic laptops. The HP Stream 14" is much more affordable and portable, with longer battery life which is great for general use like web browsing and document editing, but it lacks the high performance for more demanding tasks. Consider how you'll use the laptop - if extensive performance is a must, invest in the ASUS; if not, save money and enjoy the mobility of the HP Stream. 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 Stream 14"
Very good portability
Good battery life
Key differences
General Use
7.9/10
6.5/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
320.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
3.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.5 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
5.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.1/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 is good for general use, while the HP Stream 14" is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 offers a powerful AMD Ryzen CPU and RTX GPU, more storage, and a high-quality IPS display which makes it a strong choice for demanding tasks and better screen experience, but with considerable size and weight hindering portability and shorter battery life, it's less convenient for on-the-go use. In contrast, the HP Stream 14" has a modest Intel Celeron CPU and basic integrated graphics, making it adequate for basic tasks, with a lower-quality display but is more lightweight and offers longer battery life, making it more suitable for users prioritizing portability and endurance over performance.
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 Stream 14" is poor.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 is equipped with a high-performance Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU and a fast 240Hz refresh rate screen, which are essential for smooth gaming and 3D rendering, whereas the HP Stream 14" with its Intel UHD Graphics 600 and a standard 60Hz refresh rate display lacks the graphical power and screen speed necessary for such demanding tasks.
Engineering and Design
8.8/10
5.7/10
9.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
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 Stream 14" is poor.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 is equipped with a high-end CPU, ample RAM, an advanced GPU, and a high-quality screen, making it highly suitable for demanding engineering and design tasks. In contrast, the HP Stream 14" has a basic CPU, limited GPU capabilities, and a lower quality screen, rendering it less capable for such intensive applications.
Content Creation
8.3/10
6.7/10
9.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
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 Stream 14" 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
6.5/10
9.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
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 Stream 14" 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
5.2/10
17.3in
SIZE
14.0in
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 Stream 14" 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 vibrant colors and ample brightness, making it excellent for general use and suitable for detailed engineering work, which benefits from its wide color gamut coverage. However, its lower refresh rate may be less appealing for gaming and 3D applications, which demand smoother visuals and quicker screen updates. The HP Stream 14" has a screen that lacks in both resolution and color accuracy, making it less ideal for any situation that requires visual precision, including general activities, engineering and design tasks, or the fast-paced environment of gaming and 3D applications.
Battery
3.0 Hours
7.5 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 has 3 hours of battery life. The HP Stream 14" has 7.5 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
Very Good
17.3in
SIZE
14.0in
6.1 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
1.2in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The HP Stream 14" has very 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
5.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 has good build quality, while the HP Stream 14" has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,391
$299
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 has a price of $1,391 and the HP Stream 14" costs $299.
"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."
"With half of the main system memory and a fraction of the storage that we recommend in any budget Windows laptop, the HP Stream 14 does not impress. Perhaps it doesn't need to, depending on your reference point. For the price, you're getting a functional laptop with Windows 10, which already places the HP Stream 14 above most Chromebooks on that merit alone. Still, in this price range, you can't do much worse, but you can do better. In fact, for just $100 more, you can grab the much superior budget option, the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14."
Get a great deal on the ASUS ROG Strix G17 or the HP Stream 14"
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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