The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is more expensive but offers higher performance suitable for gaming or intensive engineering tasks, with a more powerful processor, dedicated graphics, a high refresh-rate display with better resolution, and a larger battery. Conversely, the HP 250 G10 is much more affordable, with lower performance due to its basic processor and integrated graphics, making it better for general use or office work. The HP has a lighter weight for better portability, while the ASUS's greater weight reflects its gaming orientation with more robust hardware. Choose the ASUS if performance and gaming are priorities, or the HP for general use and cost savings. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming A16
Good for general use
Good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Very good battery life
Good speakers
Good keyboard
Advantages of the HP 250 G10
The HP 250 G10 has no clear advantages over the ASUS TUF Gaming A16.
Key differences
General Use
7.6/10
6.3/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
294.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
12.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
7.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is good for general use, while the HP 250 G10 is only fair.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 outshines the HP 250 G10 for general use primarily due to its superior CPU and GPU, resulting in better performance, and its better battery life and screen quality, offering a more vibrant and lasting experience. On the flip side, while the HP 250 G10 may not match the ASUS in performance and display, it compensates with better portability due to its lighter weight and smaller size, making it easier to carry around.
Gaming and AI
7.4/10
5.7/10
7.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is good for gaming and AI, while the HP 250 G10 is poor.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is optimized for gaming and 3D tasks with its more capable AMD RX 7600S GPU and a high screen refresh rate of 165, delivering smoother visuals, which is essential for gaming, whereas the HP 250 G10 with its Intel UHD Graphics and a standard refresh rate of 60 will not perform as well for these use cases. Additionally, the A16's IPS panel provides better screen quality than the G10's TN panel, offering wider viewing angles and more accurate colors, contributing to a more immersive gaming and 3D experience.
Engineering and Design
7.7/10
5.8/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
7.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is good for engineering and design, while the HP 250 G10 is poor.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is preferable for engineering and design because it boasts a higher-performance CPU, the AMD Ryzen 7, and a more capable GPU, the AMD RX 7600S, which are critical for such tasks, alongside superior screen quality with an IPS panel and higher resolution. In contrast, the HP 250 G10 is less suited for these tasks due to its basic Intel N200 processor, entry-level Intel UHD Graphics, and a lower quality TN display with reduced resolution, which can limit performance and visual clarity required for engineering applications.
Content Creation
7.6/10
6.2/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is good for content creation, while the HP 250 G10 is only fair.
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
7.3/10
6.4/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is good for software development, while the HP 250 G10 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
7.5/10
5.3/10
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
294.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has a better screen than the HP 250 G10 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 likely offers a higher resolution and brighter panel, which enhances the viewing experience for general activities and detailed engineering work, but the poor quality for gaming could indicate a lower refresh rate, which is crucial for fast-paced visual performance in gaming. The HP 250 G10, on the other hand, falls short in screen brightness and resolution across all use cases, making it less suitable for tasks that require visual clarity and precision. Additionally, the ASUS's better color gamut coverage would benefit professionals working with design software that demands accurate color representation, an area where the HP may not deliver as well.
Battery
12.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has 12 hours of battery life. The HP 250 G10 has 6 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
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
4.8 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The HP 250 G10 and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 both have good portability, though the HP 250 G10 has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.2/10
6.0/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has good build quality, while the HP 250 G10 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$838
$349
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has a price of $838 and the HP 250 G10 costs $349.
"The A16 makes an excellent case against more expensive laptops like the Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 and the MSI Katana GF76, especially if you’re into 1080p gaming. However, although its affordable, it doesn’t skimp on performance or a robust chassis. But for me, the biggest factor that sets it apart from these options is its incredible battery life. In my time reviewing laptops, I can’t remember when I last saw a gaming laptop lasted 11 and a half hours on a single charge, which makes the A16, in my book, truly outstanding."
"The HP 250 G10 is a decent budget device that surprises us with its high CPU frequencies under load. Still, our configuration has a Core i5-1335U which doesn’t require significant cooling, if choose a 28W P-series processor, maybe the situation with the clocks could be different. If you want to play some casual game after work, a memory in dual-channel is a must because it increases greatly the iGPU performance."
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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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