When considering the ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16, its higher price reflects its better performance for tasks like engineering, 3D rendering, machine learning, and even gaming owing to its high-end processor and advanced GPU. However, its heavier weight and large power brick make it less portable. On the flip side, the HP 17" Laptop is more affordable and offers better battery life, with a larger screen, making it suitable for general use and less intensive engineering tasks. Its lower performance GPU means it won't handle demanding games or 3D tasks as effectively. Both systems have enough RAM for multitasking, but the ASUS has a higher storage capacity. If portability and cost are priorities, the HP might suit your needs well, whereas the ASUS is better for high-end computing tasks, at the expense of portability and cost. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good for content creation
Excellent overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Best in class speakers
Advantages of the HP 17" Laptop
The HP 17" Laptop has no clear advantages over the ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16.
Key differences
General Use
7.9/10
7.3/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
627.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
287.0 nits
4.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.5 Hours
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
7.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.1/10
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 and HP 17" Laptop are both good for general use, though the ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 is somewhat better.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 stands out for general use owing to its powerful CPU, high-quality screen, and substantial RAM, but its gaming laptop design may have portability and battery life trade-offs. The HP 17" Laptop, with a capable CPU and ample RAM for everyday tasks, offers a larger screen and potentially longer battery life, but may not be as portable due to its size.
Gaming and AI
8.5/10
6.2/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 is very good for gaming and AI, while the HP 17" Laptop is only fair.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Engineering and Design
8.8/10
6.8/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 is very good for engineering and design, while the HP 17" Laptop is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 excels in engineering and design due to its higher-end CPU and GPU, ensuring superior performance for computationally demanding applications, and a screen with better resolution and color accuracy, valuable for detailed visual work. In contrast, the HP 17" Laptop offers sufficient capabilities for less intensive tasks with a competent processor and integrated graphics, it has a larger screen, but with lower resolution and color fidelity, and while both devices have similar RAM, the ASUS stands out with a more powerful overall hardware suite which is somewhat less portable due to its weight.
Content Creation
8.2/10
7.2/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 is very good for content creation, while the HP 17" Laptop 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
7.1/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 and HP 17" Laptop are both good for software development, though the ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 is somewhat better.
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
9.0/10
6.6/10
16.0in
SIZE
17.3in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
627.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
287.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 has a better screen than the HP 17" Laptop for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
If you prioritize vibrant colors and clear images for productivity and design tasks, the ASUS with its higher color gamut coverage offers an advantage, ensuring that colors are represented more accurately, which is essential for engineering and design work where color precision matters. However, the HP might be more suited for everyday tasks with its fair screen quality, offering a balance of resolution and brightness for activities like web browsing and office applications. But for gaming or 3D rendering, where smooth motion is crucial, neither laptop is ideal because they lack high refresh rates, which can detract from the visual fluidity and responsiveness needed in fast-paced games or interactive 3D applications.
Battery
4.5 Hours
5.5 Hours
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 has 4.5 hours of battery life. The HP 17" Laptop has 5.5 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.
Build Quality
8.5/10
6.0/10
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 has very good build quality, while the HP 17" Laptop has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$2,059
$850
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 has a price of $2,059 and the HP 17" Laptop costs $850.
"The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 is not yet as optimised as its predecessor. Compared to the previous gen, performance and efficiency have improved significantly. What's more, the wonderful, Mini-LED Nebula display is a contender for the main highlight and almost manages to put the CPU and GPU in the shade. We already found its predecessor to be a well-rounded and well-optimised gaming machine. Generally, but not unequivocally, that also applies to the new Asus M16. Similar to most of the current, new laptops, we are dealing with a double generational leap in terms of the CPU and GPU. However, this change doesn't always run smoothly."
"As far as starter laptops go, the HP Laptop 17 is a sound investment. Sure, it might not be the lightest of options, but what you get for the price is a well-rounded machine that fits multiple niches. Whether it be office duties that require you to multi-task between multiple programs, or study tasks in which you’ll spend hours browsing online, this laptop does it all. Plus, when it's time to unwind, you can watch your favorite shows or movies on a super-wide display. What's best of all is that you can do all this for about half a day on a single charge."
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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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