The ASUS TUF Gaming A15, being more expensive, offers higher performance suitable for gaming, 3D modeling, and intensive engineering tasks with a dedicated Nvidia RTX graphics card and a fast refresh rate display, but it's heavier making it less portable. On the other hand, the HP 17" Laptop is less costly and features a larger screen for more comfortable viewing and general use, also it's lighter which enhances portability. However, it has integrated graphics, meaning it's not ideal for demanding tasks like gaming or graphic design work, and it has a standard refresh rate screen not optimized for fast-paced activities. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming A15
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good for content creation
Good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Very good battery life
Good keyboard
Advantages of the HP 17" Laptop
The HP 17" Laptop has no clear advantages over the ASUS TUF Gaming A15.
Key differences
General Use
7.9/10
7.3/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
271.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
287.0 nits
11.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.5 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
7.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.1/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 and HP 17" Laptop are both good for general use, though the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 is somewhat better.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15, with a robust CPU and high-quality GPU, offers vibrant screen quality and substantial battery life, making it suitable for a variety of tasks from work to entertainment, though it is heavier and could be less comfortable to carry around. The HP 17" Laptop, while larger and therefore less portable, delivers comparable RAM and screen quality, but with a less powerful CPU and integrated graphics, it's better suited for everyday tasks rather than intensive applications; however, its lighter weight could make it easier to transport despite its size..
Gaming and AI
8.0/10
6.2/10
8.9/10
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
6.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 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
8.2/10
6.8/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 is very good for engineering and design, while the HP 17" Laptop is only fair.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 boasts a more powerful CPU and dedicated GPU, which are crucial for high-demand engineering and design tasks, compared to the HP 17" Laptop which has an integrated GPU that's less suitable for such intensive work. Despite the higher screen quality of the HP, the ASUS offers superior overall performance, including a higher refresh rate display; however, the HP is slightly lighter and thinner, giving it a slight edge in portability.
Content Creation
8.0/10
7.2/10
9.1/10
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 Gaming A15 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
7.6/10
7.1/10
9.1/10
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 Gaming A15 and HP 17" Laptop are both good for software development, though the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 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
7.2/10
6.6/10
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
271.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
287.0 nits
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 has a better screen than the HP 17" Laptop for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15's screen delivers clear and vibrant images due to its high resolution and bright display, making it excellent for general use and suitable for detailed engineering tasks that benefit from accurate colors. However, its lower refresh rate compared to specialized gaming laptops results in less fluid motion, which isn't ideal for gaming and 3D applications. On the other hand, the HP 17" Laptop has a screen that offers decent clarity and brightness for everyday tasks and engineering work, but like the ASUS, its color range and refresh rate fall short for gaming and creating smooth 3D animations.
Battery
11.0 Hours
5.5 Hours
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 has 11 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
7.2/10
6.0/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 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
$2,059
$850
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 has a price of $2,059 and the HP 17" Laptop costs $850.
"With the release of the TUF Gaming A15, Asos have concentrated on the essentials: gaming performance. Our base version, which can be had for around $1,169, already provided enough power to play current games smoothly in a native resolution of 1080p and with maximum details - thanks to its new Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050 Laptop. If you utilize upscaling, then you can even manage to run ray tracing."
"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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