If you prioritize gaming or high-performance tasks like 3D modeling, machine learning, or video editing, the ASUS TUF Gaming A17, with its more powerful processor and graphics card, will serve you well despite being more expensive and heavier, making it less suitable for frequent travel. On the other hand, the HP Pavilion 15 is more budget-friendly and lighter, which might be better for general use and portability, although it comes with a less powerful processor and basic integrated graphics, which may not be optimal for demanding tasks or gaming. The ASUS also has a larger, higher-refresh-rate display which is preferable for gaming and multimedia, in contrast to the smaller, lower-resolution screen of the HP. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming A17
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Good for software development
Very good for content creation
Good overall build quality
Very good battery life
Good speakers
Good keyboard
Advantages of the HP Pavilion 15
Good portability
Key differences
General Use
8.0/10
7.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
253.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
3.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.2/10
6.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.7/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 is very good for general use, while the HP Pavilion 15 is good.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 stands out for general use due to its high-performance CPU and superior graphics, coupled with a better screen quality, but it's heavier and has a lower portability score compared to the HP Pavilion 15, which offers a decent CPU for everyday tasks, a lighter build for easy transport, and outstanding heat management, albeit with a lower-quality display and speaker system.
Gaming and AI
8.1/10
6.0/10
8.9/10
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
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 is very good for gaming and AI, while the HP Pavilion 15 is only fair.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 outperforms the HP Pavilion 15 in gaming and 3D applications primarily because it features a powerful Nvidia RTX 4070 GPU and a high screen refresh rate of 144Hz, which are very important for smooth and detailed visuals in demanding scenarios.
Engineering and Design
8.3/10
6.2/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.2/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 is very good for engineering and design, while the HP Pavilion 15 is only fair.
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
8.1/10
7.1/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 is very good for content creation, while the HP Pavilion 15 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
7.7/10
6.6/10
9.2/10
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 Gaming A17 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
6.8/10
5.3/10
17.3in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
253.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 has a better screen than the HP Pavilion 15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, the ASUS TUF Gaming A17 offers a better viewing experience due to a more suitable resolution and brightness, while the HP Pavilion 15 falls short in these areas, leading to less vibrant and sharp visuals. When considering engineering and design, the ASUS's ability to reproduce a broader range of colors is helpful in providing more accurate representations, which the HP Pavilion 15 cannot deliver as effectively due to its limited color space. In the realm of gaming and 3D tasks, the ASUS TUF Gaming A17's higher refresh rate makes for smoother motion, but both laptops may not fully satisfy gamers or professionals in 3D fields who typically require even higher refresh rates alongside high resolution and quality panels.
Battery
10.0 Hours
3.0 Hours
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 has 10 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
Fair
Good
17.3in
SIZE
15.6in
5.7 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The HP Pavilion 15 has good portability, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A17 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.2/10
6.2/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 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
$1,552
$600
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 has a price of $1,552 and the HP Pavilion 15 costs $600.
"There is one big question that needs an answer. Is the TUF Gaming A17 FA707 a better purchase than the ROG Strix G17 G713R (2022)? Well, it depends. Undoubtedly, the Strix is the more premium product. Arguably the biggest advantage it has over its TUF fellow is in regards to the display. ASUS TUF Gaming A17 A707’s IPS panel has a Full HD resolution, comfortable viewing angles, and a very good contrast ratio."
"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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