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Updated January 12, 2024·
If savings are a priority and you prefer a lightweight machine, the ASUS Zenbook 14 is a good choice, especially if you generally use your laptop for everyday tasks like browsing or office work. However, if screen size and potentially better performance are more important, particularly for tasks like video editing or gaming, and you don't mind carrying a larger laptop, then the HP 17" may justify the higher price. Keep in mind, a larger screen and more powerful specs may also result in shorter battery life compared to smaller, less power-intensive models. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook 14
- Good for engineering and design
- Very good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- Very good portability
- Good battery life
- Good speakers
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the HP 17" Laptop
- The HP 17" Laptop has no clear advantages over the ASUS Zenbook 14.
Key differences
Screen Quality
8.3
6.6
14.0in
SIZE
17.3in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
90Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
339.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
287.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook 14 has a better screen than the HP 17" Laptop for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The ASUS Zenbook 14's display is known for its higher resolution and brightness, making it sharp and vibrant for tasks like browsing and document editing which are crucial for general use. For engineering and design, its coverage of wider color gamuts ensures more accurate color representation which is essential for precision work. However, due to its lower refresh rate, it's less suitable for 3D applications and gaming, where smoother motion and quicker screen updates are crucial for an immersive experience.
Battery
8.0 Hours
5.5 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook 14 has 8 hours of battery life. The HP 17" Laptop has 5.5 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
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
17.3in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
4.5 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The ASUS Zenbook 14 has very good portability, while the HP 17" Laptop has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8
6.0
The ASUS Zenbook 14 has good build quality, while the HP 17" Laptop has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$300
$530
$100
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
The ASUS Zenbook 14 has a price of $300 and the HP 17" Laptop costs $530.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.2
7.3
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
339.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
287.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.5 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
8.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.1/10
The HP 17" Laptop and ASUS Zenbook 14 are both good for general use.
The ASUS Zenbook 14 offers a high-resolution OLED screen and commendable portability due to its lightweight design, but its battery life is shorter compared to the HP 17" Laptop, which has a larger IPS screen and more RAM for smoother performance in general use, although it's heavier and less portable. While the Zenbook excels in screen quality and portability, the HP's strengths lie in its performance capabilities and longer battery life, which makes it more suitable for extended general use despite its bulkier form.
Gaming and AI
6.1
6.2
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
90Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The HP 17" Laptop and ASUS Zenbook 14 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Zenbook 14 with an Intel Iris Xe GPU and a screen refresh rate of 90 Hz offers a smoother visual experience for gaming and 3D tasks compared to the HP 17" Laptop, which has an AMD Vega 8 GPU and a lower screen refresh rate of 60 Hz. However, while the Zenbook's GPU is typically more responsive for these tasks, processor performance and screen quality—both fine on both models—also play roles that can affect the overall experience.
Engineering and Design
7.2
6.8
7.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS Zenbook 14 to be good for engineering and design, while the HP 17" Laptop 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
7.3
7.2
7.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Zenbook 14 and HP 17" Laptop 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
7.2
7.1
7.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook 14 and HP 17" Laptop 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.
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How the ASUS Zenbook 14 and the HP 17" Laptop compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS Zenbook 14 | HP 17" Laptop |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$300 | $530 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | June 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.4'' x 8.7'' x 0.67'' | 15.8'' x 10.2'' x 0.81'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.06 lbs | 4.58 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.35" | 15.78" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.69" | 10.15" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1240P | AMD Ryzen 7 7730U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 5.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 75 Wh | 41 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | OLED | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2880 x 1800 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 90Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 339 nits | 287 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.6/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.5/10 | 8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 6/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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ASUS Zenbook 14
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Florian Glaser | August 2022
"Users who travel frequently and are looking for a portable laptop are in the right place with the Asus ZenBook 14. The sleek case is extremely light (1.2 kg) and surprisingly thin (1.5 cm). Outdoor use is also enjoyable thanks to the bright Full HD display, which is something that can rarely be said about laptops with TN or IPS panels. The excellent battery life complements this as well. Longer trips are no problem with the ZenBook 14. Another plus point is the high-performance Ryzen 7 5700U, which often leaves the Intel competition in the dust thanks to its large number of cores."
HP 17" Laptop
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Francisco Lahoz | November 2022
"As far as starter laptops go, the HP Laptop 17 is a sound investment. Sure, it might not be the lightest of options, but what you get for the price is a well-rounded machine that fits multiple niches. Whether it be office duties that require you to multi-task between multiple programs, or study tasks in which you’ll spend hours browsing online, this laptop does it all. Plus, when it's time to unwind, you can watch your favorite shows or movies on a super-wide display. What's best of all is that you can do all this for about half a day on a single charge."
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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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