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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 offers good value with a lower price, larger screen, higher refresh rate, and better battery capacity, making it suited for gaming and general use, especially if you prefer a spacious display and long usage times. However, it's slightly heavier, which affects portability. In contrast, the HP Omen 15, while more expensive, includes a more powerful graphics card and is designed for higher-end gaming with features like hardware ray tracing and DLSS, which could benefit 3D rendering and machine learning tasks. It also scores higher in keyboard quality but has a shorter battery life, so frequent travelers might prefer the ASUS. If your focus is on portability and high-level gaming or engineering software, the HP Omen 15 is a better fit, but for casual gaming, general use, and longer battery life, consider the ASUS A16. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming A16
- Good speakers
Advantages of the HP Omen 15
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
7.5
7.3
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
294.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
318.0 nits
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has a better screen than the HP Omen 15 for gaming and AI, while the HP Omen 15 has a better screen for content creation, and software development.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 and HP Omen 15 have displays that offer clear visuals, sufficient resolution, and brightness that satisfies most users, making them good for everyday tasks like web browsing, writing, and watching videos. Their screens cover a range of colors well, which is essential for professionals in engineering and design to ensure accurate color representation and detail in their work. However, for gaming and 3D work, their lower refresh rates can lead to less smooth visuals, which can detract from fast-paced gameplay or detailed 3D rendering where higher refresh rates are preferred for a more fluid experience.
Battery
12.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has 12 hours of battery life. The HP Omen 15 has 10 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.
Cost
$1,100
$1,199
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has a price of $1,100 and the HP Omen 15 costs $1,199.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.6
7.9
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
294.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
318.0 nits
12.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
7.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.0/10
The HP Omen 15 and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 are both good for general use.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is suited for general use due to its large screen size, higher battery capacity for extended use away from a power source, and a quality keyboard that's comfortable for typing; however, it is slightly heavier which affects portability. Conversely, the HP Omen 15 offers a better portability score and heat management, as well as double the storage, but with a smaller screen size and lower battery life, making it less ideal for prolonged use without charging. Both laptops have sufficient RAM and strong CPUs that support a wide range of tasks, from everyday applications to more demanding software.
Gaming and AI
7.4
7.6
7.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.8/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The HP Omen 15 and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 are both good for gaming and AI.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 stands out for gaming and 3D applications with its AMD RX 7600S GPU and higher screen refresh rate, which may provide smoother visual performance, while the HP Omen 15 features a powerful Nvidia RTX 3070 GPU and solid refresh rate, but the slightly lower refresh rate might not be as optimal for fast-paced games. Both laptops have competent CPUs and quality IPS screens for color accuracy and viewing angles, suitable for gaming and content creation, with the ASUS offering a bit more vertical screen space due to its aspect ratio.
Engineering and Design
7.7
7.9
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
7.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The HP Omen 15 and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 are both good for engineering and design.
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.
Content Creation
7.6
7.8
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The HP Omen 15 and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 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
7.3
7.6
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The HP Omen 15 and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 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
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
4.8 lbs
WEIGHT
5.4 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The HP Omen 15 and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.2
7.2
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 and HP Omen 15 both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 and the HP Omen 15 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS TUF Gaming A16 | HP Omen 15 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,100 | $1,199 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2023 | December 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 9.9'' x 0.97'' | 14.1'' x 9.4'' x 0.9'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.85 lbs | 5.42 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.98" | 14.09" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.92" | 9.44" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS | AMD Ryzen 7 5800H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 12 Hours | 10 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 70.9 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 294 nits | 318 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7/10 | 7.1/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 6.3/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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ASUS TUF Gaming A16
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PCWorld
Dominic Bayley | May 2023
"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."
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Florian Glaser | January 2021
"We consider around 1,260 Euros (~$1530) for a Ryzen 7 4800H, a GeForce RTX 2060, a 512 GB SSD and 16 GB dual-channel RAM to be a good offer that appeals to price-conscious gamers. Very high details are rarely a problem in the native resolution of 1,920 x 1,080. Buyers will also be spoiled with a top-notch battery life that even beats most other notebook classes. If HP now improves the speed of the WLAN module, the stability of the case and the repeatedly criticized picture quality, the competition will have to dress extra warmly."
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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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