The ASUS TUF Dash 15 outperforms the HP 17" Laptop in tasks such as 3D rendering, machine learning, and engineering applications, due to a more powerful GPU and CPU. This makes it suitable for gaming and intensive tasks, but with a shorter battery life than the HP. The HP, on the other hand, due to its larger screen and integrated graphics, might be better for general use and tasks that don't require a powerful GPU, with the benefit of longer battery life. The TUF Dash 15 offers a higher refresh rate display and build quality aimed at gaming, while the HP is a more affordable option for everyday tasks. Both have similar weight and thickness, but the ASUS has a smaller screen, which contributes to its better portability. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS TUF Dash 15
Good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Good battery life
Good speakers
Good keyboard
Advantages of the HP 17" Laptop
The HP 17" Laptop has no clear advantages over the ASUS TUF Dash 15.
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.4/10
6.2/10
7.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 is good for gaming and AI, while the HP 17" Laptop is only fair.
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 is superior for gaming and 3D applications due to its Nvidia RTX 3060 GPU, which is more powerful than the integrated Vega 8 graphics in the HP 17" Laptop, and it has a higher screen refresh rate of 144Hz, promoting smoother visuals compared to the HP's 60Hz, enhancing the gaming and 3D experiences.
Engineering and Design
7.8/10
6.8/10
8.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
7.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 is good for engineering and design, while the HP 17" Laptop is only fair.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Screen Quality
7.0/10
6.6/10
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
272.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
287.0 nits
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 has a better screen than the HP 17" Laptop for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
When selecting a laptop for general use, the ASUS TUF Dash 15 offers a superior experience with a higher resolution and brighter display, which enhances readability and overall visual comfort. For engineering and design, the ASUS leads again, as it likely covers a wider range of color gamuts, ensuring more accurate color reproduction which is vital for detailed design work. However, in the realm of gaming and 3D applications, the HP 17" Laptop's lower refresh rate may hinder performance, making the ASUS TUF Dash 15 less appealing compared to models with higher refresh rates, which provide smoother visuals for fast-paced scenes.
Battery
9.0 Hours
5.5 Hours
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 has 9 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
7.4/10
6.0/10
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 has 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
$1,150
$850
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 has a price of $1,150 and the HP 17" Laptop costs $850.
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 and HP 17" Laptop are both good for general use.
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 offers a high-performance CPU, comfortable viewing with a high-refresh IPS screen, and is relatively light making it more portable, but with a shorter battery life, it's less suited for long use without charging compared to the HP 17" Laptop, which though heavier and with a modest CPU performance, boasts a larger screen and longer battery life, making it ideal for extended general use sessions without needing a power outlet.
Content Creation
7.6/10
7.2/10
8.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 and HP 17" Laptop are both good for content creation.
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
7.4/10
7.1/10
8.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 and HP 17" Laptop 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.
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
4.4 lbs
WEIGHT
4.5 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 and HP 17" Laptop both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the ASUS TUF Dash 15 and the HP 17" Laptop compare to other laptops
"The Asus TUF Dash F15 FX517ZR is a laptop with mobile RTX 3070 and acceptable battery life. The Asus TUF Dash F15 was made for high-performance applications like video editing, rendering, and gaming. The laptop can manage the latter in QHD resolution and at high to maximum settings. However, the focus isn't on maximum performance, but instead, it's about a compromise between performance and portability."
"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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