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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 is a gaming-oriented laptop with a high refresh rate screen, better graphics performance, and is more suited to 3D or machine learning tasks. However, it's usually more expensive and less portable due to its gaming focus. On the other hand, the HP Envy 17 is generally less expensive and might be better for everyday use and entertainment, given its larger screen. It's also less powerful for gaming or engineering software. A choice between the two would be based on whether you prioritize gaming and performance or a larger display and savings. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good for content creation
- Good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Best in class speakers
Advantages of the HP Envy 17
- Good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.5
6.4
7.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 is good for gaming and AI, while the HP Envy 17 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 excels in gaming and 3D tasks because it sports a high-end Nvidia RTX GPU and a high refresh rate screen which are critical for smooth and detailed graphics rendering. In contrast, the HP Envy 17 has a moderate performance Intel Iris Xe graphics and a standard refresh rate screen, making it suitable for less demanding games and 3D applications but may not provide as immersive an experience as the ASUS.
Engineering and Design
8.0
7.4
7.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
7.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 is very good for engineering and design, while the HP Envy 17 is good.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 stands out for engineering and design use due to its powerful AMD Ryzen 9 CPU and dedicated Nvidia RTX 3070 GPU, making it better suited for computationally intensive tasks, and it features a higher resolution, high-refresh-rate screen which is beneficial for detailed design work. In contrast, the HP Envy 17 has a larger screen and includes an Intel i7 CPU with integrated graphics, which may perform well but doesn't match the graphical capabilities of the Zephyrus, although it might be preferred for its larger display and touchscreen feature.
Content Creation
8.0
7.5
7.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 is very good for content creation, while the HP Envy 17 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.
Screen Quality
7.9
6.8
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
309.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
329.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 has a better screen than the HP Envy 17 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and content creation.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 offers a high-resolution display with excellent color coverage, which benefits both general use and engineering design by providing sharp, color-accurate visuals. However, for gaming and 3D applications, its refresh rate is lower than ideal, diminishing the smoothness of fast-paced visuals. Conversely, while the HP Envy 17 also presents good resolution and sufficient color accuracy for general tasks and design work, its screen falls short for high-end gaming experiences due to an even less suitable refresh rate.
Battery
9.5 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 has 9.5 hours of battery life. The HP Envy 17 has 8 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
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
5.4 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 and HP Envy 17 both have good portability, though the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5
7.2
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 has very good build quality, while the HP Envy 17 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$2,000
$1,000
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 has a price of $2,000 and the HP Envy 17 costs $1,000.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.9
7.5
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
309.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
329.0 nits
9.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 and HP Envy 17 are both good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15, with a high-performance CPU and RAM, a high-quality screen, and good portability due to its light weight and long battery life, is very good for general use. On the other hand, the HP Envy 17 also offers a competent CPU and sufficient RAM for general tasks, a touchscreen, and a larger screen, but its heavier weight and shorter battery life make it less portable than the ASUS, though still good for stationary or home use.
Software Development
7.4
7.5
7.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The HP Envy 17 and ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 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 Zephyrus G15 and the HP Envy 17 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 | HP Envy 17 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$2,000 | $1,000 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2021 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 9.6'' x 0.78'' | 15.7'' x 10.2'' x 0.77'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.19 lbs | 5.49 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.98" | 15.68" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.57" | 10.2" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 9 5900HS | Intel i7-13700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 1 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9.5 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 55 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 309 nits | 329 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.5/10 | 7/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.5/10 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | No Webcam | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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Florian Glaser | February 2021
"As long as you're aware of the fact that the GeForce RTX 3080 laptop version can only unfold its potential to a limited extent due to Asus's low TDP setting and that it can be slower than a fast RTX 3070 laptop, the ROG Zephyrus G15 GA503Q cuts a fine figure. One of the biggest highlights turns out to be the WQHD panel, since it attracts customers with 165 Hz, relatively fast response times, FreeSync, and good color-space coverage. Other selling points are the surprisingly rich sound, the long battery life, and the sleek design. In terms of looks, the white edition stands out nicely from the competition."
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Marcus Schwarten | April 2023
"In our test, the HP Envy 17-cr0079ng presents itself as a balanced multimedia laptop. Thanks to its solid CPU performance and dedicated entry-level GeForce, it can also be used for playing video games, as long as the demands aren't too high. Those looking for more can find it in the Dell XPS 17 for example."
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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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