The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 offers more power for gaming and intensive tasks with a better processor and dedicated graphics, making it suitable for demanding applications, but you sacrifice portability due to its weight and size. The HP Pavilion 15, on the other hand, is more affordable, lighter, and offers longer battery life, better for general use and carrying around. If gaming and performance are priorities and the higher price is not an issue, go for the ASUS. If you prefer something more affordable, with modest performance for everyday tasks and easy to carry, the HP Pavilion is the smarter choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming A16
Good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Good for software development
Good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Very 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 Gaming A16.
Key differences
General Use
7.6/10
7.0/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
294.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
12.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
3.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.2/10
7.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.7/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 and HP Pavilion 15 are both good for general use, though the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is somewhat better.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is well-suited for general use due to its powerful AMD Ryzen CPU, ample RAM, and high screen refresh rate, offering smooth performance and good visual quality, but it is less portable and has a shorter battery life than the HP Pavilion 15. The HP Pavilion 15, despite its more basic CPU and screen quality, provides good general performance for typical tasks with its equal amount of RAM and excels with a lighter weight and longer battery life, making it highly portable for everyday carry.
Gaming and AI
7.4/10
6.0/10
7.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
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 Pavilion 15 is only fair.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has a higher-end AMD RX 7600S GPU and a high screen refresh rate of 165, making it well-suited for gaming and 3D applications. On the other hand, the HP Pavilion 15 has a much less powerful Intel UHD Xe G4 GPU and a standard refresh rate of 60, justifying its fair performance for gaming and 3D tasks.
Engineering and Design
7.7/10
6.2/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.2/10
7.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is good for engineering and design, while the HP Pavilion 15 is only fair.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 offers a stronger CPU, dedicated gaming-grade GPU, and a higher-quality IPS display, making it more suitable for demanding engineering and design tasks, whereas the HP Pavilion 15, with a basic CPU and integrated graphics, lower resolution TN display, is only moderately capable for such tasks. Additionally, the ASUS has a 16:10 aspect ratio and higher screen brightness which better suit design work, while the HP offers lesser performance but increased portability due to its lighter weight.
Software Development
7.3/10
6.6/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.2/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 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
7.5/10
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
220.0 nits
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 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 Gaming A16 likely offers a balance of resolution and brightness suitable for general use, while also providing wider color gamuts, vital for precision in engineering and design tasks. However, its refresh rate may not be high enough for the optimal gaming and 3D modeling experience, where fast-moving visuals require smoother frame transitions. On the other hand, the HP Pavilion 15, with its lower quality display across the board, might not deliver the sharpness, brightness, or color accuracy expected for any of the use cases, making it less ideal for those who prioritize quality visuals in their work or play.
Battery
12.0 Hours
3.0 Hours
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has 12 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.
Portability
Good
Good
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
4.8 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The HP Pavilion 15 and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 both have good portability, though the HP Pavilion 15 has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.2/10
6.2/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 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
$838
$600
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has a price of $838 and the HP Pavilion 15 costs $600.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 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.
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How the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 and the HP Pavilion 15 compare to other laptops
"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 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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