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Updated January 12, 2024·
If you require a laptop for high-performance tasks like 3D modeling, machine learning, or gaming, the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 is built for those purposes with stronger graphics and processing power but is less portable due to its size and weight. On the other hand, the HP 250 G10 offers lower monetary investment and is more portable, but it's not designed for demanding software; it's more suited for general use like browsing or office applications. The ASUS will also likely have a shorter battery life compared to the HP due to its more powerful components. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17
- 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
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good speakers
- Excellent keyboard
Advantages of the HP 250 G10
- Good portability
Key differences
General Use
7.9
6.3
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
292.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
5.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 is good for general use, while the HP 250 G10 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 offers significantly better performance with a top-tier CPU and GPU, more storage, and a superior display lineup, which makes it a more capable choice for demanding tasks than the HP 250 G10, which has a basic CPU and GPU, less storage, and a lower quality display. However, the HP 250 G10 is lighter and thus more portable, and may still serve well for lighter, everyday tasks at a likely lower price point.
Gaming and AI
8.4
5.7
8.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
360Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 is very good for gaming and AI, while the HP 250 G10 is poor.
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 outperforms in gaming and 3D tasks because it has a top-tier Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti graphics card and a high screen refresh rate of 360 Hz, compared to the HP 250 G10's basic Intel UHD Graphics and a standard refresh rate of 60 Hz. Additionally, the ASUS offers a superior processor and a higher quality IPS display panel, whereas the HP has a less powerful CPU and lower quality TN panel, both contributing to a less optimal gaming and visual content creation experience.
Engineering and Design
8.6
5.8
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
8.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 is very good for engineering and design, while the HP 250 G10 is poor.
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17, with a high-end Intel i9 processor and Nvidia RTX graphics, excels in engineering and design tasks due to its superior computing and graphical power, complemented by a high-quality IPS display for vivid colors and sharp images.
Content Creation
8.2
6.2
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 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
7.5
6.4
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 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
8.1
5.3
17.3in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
360Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
292.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 has a better screen than the HP 250 G10 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 has a high-resolution display with bright and vivid colors that suit general use and engineering tasks well, but the refresh rate, crucial for smooth visuals in gaming and 3D applications, isn’t as high as some gamers prefer. On the other hand, the HP 250 G10's display doesn't offer the same level of brightness or resolution, resulting in a less satisfactory experience for general use and detail-oriented tasks needed in engineering and design. Additionally, its lower color accuracy and range make it less ideal for work that requires precise color representation, such as professional photo editing or graphic design, while its modest refresh rate will also limit the gaming and 3D performance.
Portability
Poor
Good
17.3in
SIZE
15.6in
6.3 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The HP 250 G10 has good portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5
6.0
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 has very 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
$2,499
$349
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 has a price of $2,499 and the HP 250 G10 costs $349.
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Battery
7.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 has 7 hours of battery life. The HP 250 G10 has 6 hours of battery life.
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How the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 and the HP 250 G10 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 | HP 250 G10 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$2,499 | $349 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2023 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.6'' x 11.1'' x 1.02'' | 14.2'' x 9.3'' x 0.73'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 6.39 lbs | 3.5 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.55" | 14.17" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 11.1" | 9.29" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i9-12900H | Intel N200 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 1 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 128 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 41 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 17.3" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | TN | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1366 x 768 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 360Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 292 nits | 250 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 5.9/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.8/10 | 8.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 6/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8.8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | No Webcam | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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Allen Ngo | May 2021
"Asus ROG Strix Scar 17 laptop review: liquid metal 7 nm AMD Zen 3 is stunning. The raw performance increase is absolutely bonkers if you're upgrading from a laptop on Coffee Lake-H or older. The 45 W Ryzen 9 5900HX is neck-to-neck with the thicker, heavier, and hotter Schenker Ultra 17 running on a desktop-class Core i9-11900K despite their wide TDP differences. The performance-per-watt advantages can make Intel Rocket Lake feel like a last generation platform at times. As for the chassis itself, it's a huge light show with RGB LEDs on almost all sides of the system."
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Nikolay Palaozov | December 2023
"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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