The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 excels in 3D, machine learning, and gaming because of its powerful Nvidia RTX 4070 graphics card, but it is heavier and has shorter battery life. On the other hand, the HP Dragonfly Pro 14 offers better portability, touch screen, longer battery life, and overall high-quality build, making it more suitable for business and general use, especially if you value a lightweight device with good battery life. If intense gaming or performance tasks are crucial, the ASUS is preferable, while the HP is more suited for daily productivity and mobility. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming F15
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Advantages of the HP Dragonfly Pro 14"
Very good for general use
Good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Very good portability
Very good battery life
Best in class speakers
Very good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.0/10
6.5/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 is very good for gaming and AI, while the HP Dragonfly Pro 14" is only fair.
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 is equipped with a high-performance Nvidia RTX 4070 GPU and a 144Hz screen refresh rate, making it well-suited for smooth and responsive gaming and 3D applications. In contrast, the HP Dragonfly Pro 14" has a less powerful AMD Radeon 680M GPU and a lower 60Hz screen refresh rate, which still supports gaming and 3D tasks but with less visual fluidity and detail.
Engineering and Design
8.2/10
7.6/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.7/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 is very good for engineering and design, while the HP Dragonfly Pro 14" is good.
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 stands out for engineering and design thanks to its robust Intel i7 processor and dedicated Nvidia RTX 4070 GPU, ensuring high performance for demanding software, while its full HD IPS screen delivers good color and detail. In contrast, the HP Dragonfly Pro 14" focuses on portability and user experience with a lighter build and exceptional screen quality, including a higher brightness and color accuracy, but it relies on integrated Radeon graphics, which may not handle intensive engineering tasks as well as the ASUS's dedicated GPU.
Software Development
7.3/10
7.8/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" and ASUS TUF Gaming F15 are both good for software development, though the HP Dragonfly Pro 14" 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
6.9/10
7.1/10
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
257.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
405.0 nits
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 has a better screen than the HP Dragonfly Pro 14" for gaming and AI, while the HP Dragonfly Pro 14" has a better screen for general use, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, the HP Dragonfly Pro offers a well-balanced mix of resolution and brightness, which enhances visibility and clarity for everyday tasks, whereas the ASUS TUF, although offering similar benefits, falls shy in comparison for optimal day-to-day functionality. With engineering and design work in focus, the HP's coverage of color gamuts like DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB makes it a solid choice for professionals needing color accuracy, surpassing the ASUS which may not display colors as vibrantly. When it comes to 3D and gaming, the ASUS TUF's lower refresh rate may hinder the smoothness and responsiveness needed in fast-paced visuals, unlike higher-end gaming laptops designed with rapid refresh rates that benefit those specific demands.
Battery
5.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 has 5 hours of battery life. The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" 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.
Portability
Good
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
4.8 lbs
WEIGHT
3.4 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" has very good portability, while the ASUS TUF Gaming F15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.2/10
8.5/10
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" has very good build quality, while the ASUS TUF Gaming F15 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers HP Dragonfly Pro 14" to be very good for general use, while the ASUS TUF Gaming F15 is good.
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" excels in general use due to its higher screen quality, better portability, and longer battery life, providing a clear and vibrant display, easier transportation, and more time unplugged. In contrast, the ASUS TUF Gaming F15, while offering ample storage and a robust CPU for demanding applications, is heavier and has a shorter battery span, making it less ideal for mobile users but potentially better for performance-intensive tasks.
Content Creation
7.7/10
7.9/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" and ASUS TUF Gaming F15 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.
Cost
$1,399
$1,400
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 has a price of $1,399 and the HP Dragonfly Pro 14" costs $1,400.
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How the ASUS TUF Gaming F15 and the HP Dragonfly Pro 14" compare to other laptops
"Aside from all the chassis updates, the new TUF Gaming is most notable for its much higher TGP target of 140 W compared to only 95 W on the previous generation. PC makers everywhere are using the same GeForce GPUs this year since Nvidia has yet to launch the successor to the mobile RTX 3000 series. The more demanding processors of the new TUF Gaming has directly impacted battery life and the size of the AC adapter. Don't expect runtimes to be longer than on the previous generation under most conditions and be prepared to carry around an even larger AC adapter than before."
"I’d say that the HP Dragonfly Pro checks off most of the boxes for this freelancer. It feels nice to use, is zippy and responsive, has great speakers, and even has a relatively sane price. Although it’s an unorthodox choice to pick AMD for this kind of machine, it’s clear that when Ryzen is given a chance to shine, it can kick a lot of butt."
Get a great deal on the ASUS TUF Gaming F15 or the HP Dragonfly Pro 14"
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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