The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 is priced in the midrange and offers a significant leap in performance over the HP Envy x360, which is more budget-friendly. The ASUS has a more powerful main processor and GPU, making it well-equipped for 3D rendering, machine learning, and intensive gaming. It also has a larger battery capacity, higher resolution display, and a higher refresh rate which is beneficial for fast-paced content. However, it lacks a touchscreen, which the HP has, and is slightly heavier, which might affect portability.
The HP Envy x360 is lighter and includes a touchscreen, making it more suitable for general use and productivity tasks. Its battery is smaller and the built-in graphics are less powerful, meaning it's not ideal for demanding gaming or engineering applications, but it should handle everyday tasks well. Its portability is higher due to its weight and design, and it offers a better webcam according to the data provided. If your primary needs are general computing tasks and a touch screen is a must, HP Envy x360 would be the more appropriate choice, while the ASUS is better for performance-intensive tasks but at a higher cost and with a slight tradeoff in portability. 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 x360 15"
Very good battery life
Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.9/10
7.2/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
309.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
271.0 nits
9.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 and HP Envy x360 15" are both good for general use, though the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 is somewhat better.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 offers a high-end CPU and plenty of RAM, alongside a superior screen resolution, making it very good for general use, with the added benefit of a longer battery life and strong heat management despite its gaming laptop appearance.
Gaming and AI
7.5/10
6.0/10
7.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
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
8.7/10
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 is good for gaming and AI, while the HP Envy x360 15" is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 has a powerful Nvidia RTX 3070 graphics card and a high screen refresh rate of 165Hz, making it well-suited for gaming and 3D applications that demand smooth visuals and fast rendering. In contrast, the HP Envy x360 15" comes with an integrated AMD Vega 7 GPU and a standard screen refresh rate of 60Hz, which is adequate for less demanding gaming and 3D tasks but falls short of the higher performance and fluidity provided by the ASUS model.
Engineering and Design
8.0/10
6.5/10
7.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.6/10
7.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 is very good for engineering and design, while the HP Envy x360 15" is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 surpasses the HP Envy x360 15" in engineering and design work due to its more powerful CPU and GPU, higher RAM, and superior screen resolution and quality, which are crucial for such tasks. However, the HP Envy offers a touchscreen and is slightly lighter, which may benefit users seeking portability and versatility for general use.
Content Creation
8.0/10
7.3/10
7.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.6/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 is very good for content creation, while the HP Envy x360 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.
Screen Quality
7.9/10
6.2/10
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
309.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
271.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 has a better screen than the HP Envy x360 15" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and content creation.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 boasts a high-resolution display with excellent brightness and color accuracy, making it ideal for general use and engineering tasks that require precise color representation; however, despite its clear visuals, its refresh rate is lower than what's preferred for smooth gaming and 3D applications. The HP Envy x360 15" offers a decent screen for everyday activities and is suitable for casual design work, but its color gamut coverage might not satisfy professional design standards and its average refresh rate may not ensure the best experience for fast-paced gaming or 3D rendering. Both laptops have their strengths for specific tasks, but when it comes to gaming and 3D work, users should consider models with higher refresh rates for better performance in those areas.
Build Quality
8.5/10
7.2/10
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 has very good build quality, while the HP Envy x360 15" has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,637
$430
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 has a price of $1,637 and the HP Envy x360 15" costs $430.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 and HP Envy x360 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.
Battery
9.5 Hours
10.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 has 9.5 hours of battery life. The HP Envy x360 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
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
4.4 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The HP Envy x360 15" and ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 and the HP Envy x360 15" compare to other laptops
"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."
"Despite its good looks, stellar webcam and comfortable keyboard, the Envy x360 15 is hard to recommend because of its dim, 16:9 display. If the display isn't an issue for you, just be sure to wait for a good sale price. Otherwise, a more modern two-in-one with a 16:10 display such as the Dell Inspiron 16 2-in-1 or Lenovo Yoga 7i 16 provides a larger workspace without adding much to the size and weight of the system."
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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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