When deciding between the ASUS TUF Dash 15 and the HP Pavilion 15, consider how you'll use the laptop. The ASUS offers high performance suitable for gaming and intensive tasks thanks to its superior graphics card and processor; however, it's less portable due to its weight. On the other hand, the HP Pavilion is more budget-friendly, lighter, and thus easier to carry, but it has lower performance capabilities, particularly for demanding software applications. Also, the ASUS has a better screen quality which is ideal for multimedia and gaming. So if performance and screen quality are priorities and budget is less of a concern, the ASUS is a strong choice; otherwise, for everyday tasks and better portability at a lower price point, the HP Pavilion could serve you well. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS TUF Dash 15
Good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Good for software development
Good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Good battery life
Good speakers
Good keyboard
Advantages of the HP Pavilion 15
The HP Pavilion 15 has no clear advantages over the ASUS TUF Dash 15.
Key differences
General Use
7.6/10
7.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
272.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
3.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.2/10
7.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.7/10
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 and HP Pavilion 15 are both good for general use, though the ASUS TUF Dash 15 is somewhat better.
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 is equipped with a high-end CPU and dedicated GPU, making it suitable for demanding tasks and gaming, whereas the HP Pavilion 15, with its lower-tier CPU and integrated graphics, is best suited for everyday tasks like web browsing and office applications. While the ASUS offers a higher-quality IPS screen and longer battery life, it is heavier and less portable than the lightweight HP Pavilion, which offers more storage space but compromises on screen quality with a lower resolution TN panel.
Gaming and AI
7.4/10
6.0/10
7.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 is good for gaming and AI, while the HP Pavilion 15 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
7.8/10
6.2/10
8.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.2/10
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 Pavilion 15 is only fair.
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 is outfitted with a robust CPU and a dedicated GPU, which are crucial for demanding engineering and design tasks, and it also features a high-quality IPS display to ensure crisp and accurate visuals. Conversely, the HP Pavilion 15 offers a less powerful CPU and integrated graphics, which may not be as suitable for intensive tasks, and its TN screen has lower resolution, resulting in less sharp and vibrant images.
Software Development
7.4/10
6.6/10
8.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.2/10
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 is good for software development, while the HP Pavilion 15 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
7.0/10
5.3/10
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
272.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 has a better screen than the HP Pavilion 15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 offers a display that balances resolution and brightness making it comfortable for everyday tasks, while its broader color gamut supports precise work in engineering and design. However, its lower refresh rate affects the smoothness required in gaming and 3D applications. On the other hand, the HP Pavilion 15's screen falls short on brightness and sharpness for general activities and doesn't offer the wide color range needed for engineering and design, nor does it provide the high refresh rate crucial for immersive gaming and fluid 3D visuals.
Battery
9.0 Hours
3.0 Hours
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 has 9 hours of battery life. The HP Pavilion 15 has 3 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
6.2/10
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 has good build quality, while the HP Pavilion 15 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
$600
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 has a price of $1,150 and the HP Pavilion 15 costs $600.
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 and HP Pavilion 15 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.
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
4.4 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The HP Pavilion 15 and ASUS TUF Dash 15 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 Pavilion 15 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."
"The HP Pavilion 15 carries a fair amount of power and a sharp display in its handsome slimline shell. It's not perfect, but it's a hard worker. This is wonderfully designed and totes a heck of a lot of desktop power, with the added benefit of a decent webcam and a full-sized keyboard. If you're getting down to business on a budget, it's a great fit."
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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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