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Updated January 12, 2024·
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 17 offers higher performance for tasks like video editing, 3D modeling, and gaming, thanks to its more powerful hardware. However, it's heavier and less portable compared to the HP 250 G10, which is a more budget-friendly and lightweight option suitable for basic tasks such as web browsing, office applications, and media consumption. The higher cost of the ASUS is justified if you need the extra power and features like a better display, but if you prioritize cost savings and portability for everyday use, the HP 250 G10 would suffice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Pro 17
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- Very good speakers
Advantages of the HP 250 G10
- The HP 250 G10 has no clear advantages over the ASUS Zenbook Pro 17.
Key differences
General Use
8.3
6.3
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
400.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
7.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 is very good for general use, while the HP 250 G10 is only fair.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 excels in general use due to its superior CPU, larger RAM capacity, higher screen quality, and longer battery life, but at the cost of being heavier and less portable than the HP 250 G10, which offers modest performance suitable for basic tasks with its adequate CPU and enough RAM for general use, also benefiting from a lighter build albeit with a lower-quality screen and shorter battery life. These tradeoffs between the ASUS's emphasis on high-end features for demanding tasks versus the HP's focus on portability and cost-effectiveness should guide your decision based on your specific needs for performance or mobility.
Gaming and AI
6.9
5.7
5.1/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the HP 250 G10 is poor.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Engineering and Design
8.1
5.8
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
5.1/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 is very good for engineering and design, while the HP 250 G10 is poor.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 excels in engineering and design due to its powerful AMD Ryzen processor, ample RAM, and dedicated Nvidia graphics alongside a high-quality screen; whereas the HP 250 G10 falls short with a less capable Intel processor, less RAM, integrated graphics, and an inferior screen, making it subpar for demanding tasks. While the ASUS is heavier and less portable, both have adequate keyboards and speakers, and the HP is quieter, considerations that may be secondary to the performance needs of engineering and design work.
Content Creation
8.2
6.2
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 is very good for content creation, while the HP 250 G10 is only fair.
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
7.9
6.4
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 is good for software development, while the HP 250 G10 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
7.2
5.3
17.3in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
400.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 has a better screen than the HP 250 G10 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
When choosing a laptop, the screen is a critical component. The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17, with its higher resolution and brighter display, will offer clearer and more vibrant visuals for everyday tasks and detailed engineering work, but it might fall short for gaming due to a lower refresh rate. Conversely, the HP 250 G10's lower resolution and dimmer screen make it less suitable across the board, offering less clarity and color accuracy for any purpose, and the slower refresh rate would not be ideal for gaming or smooth 3D rendering.
Battery
9.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 has 9 hours of battery life. The HP 250 G10 has 6 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
17.3in
SIZE
15.6in
5.1 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The HP 250 G10 and ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 both have good portability, though the HP 250 G10 has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.2
6.0
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 has good build quality, while the HP 250 G10 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,500
$330
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 has a price of $1,500 and the HP 250 G10 costs $330.
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How the ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 and the HP 250 G10 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 | HP 250 G10 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,500 | $330 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | June 1, 2022 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.6'' x 10.2'' x 0.74'' | 14.2'' x 9.3'' x 0.73'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.18 lbs | 3.5 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.55" | 14.17" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.18" | 9.29" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX | Intel N200 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 32 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 1 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 128 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 76 Wh | 41 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 17.3" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | TN | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1366 x 768 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 400 nits | 250 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.1/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 8.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 6/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Nikolay Palaozov | December 2023
"The HP 250 G10 is a decent budget device that surprises us with its high CPU frequencies under load. Still, our configuration has a Core i5-1335U which doesn’t require significant cooling, if choose a 28W P-series processor, maybe the situation with the clocks could be different. If you want to play some casual game after work, a memory in dual-channel is a must because it increases greatly the iGPU performance."
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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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