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Updated March 21, 2024·
When choosing between the Gigabyte A5 and the HP Omen Transcend 14, consider that although the A5 may save you money, the Omen likely offers superior build quality, better performance for gaming or demanding software, and a more premium feel. However, the A5 could have a longer battery life and be more economical for general use. If portability is a concern, the lighter, sleeker HP might be easier to carry around than the bulkier Gigabyte. Ultimately, if your main activities are everyday tasks and price is a key concern, go with the Gigabyte; for high-end gaming or professional tasks, the HP might be worth the extra cost. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte A5
- Very good speakers
Advantages of the HP Omen Transcend 14
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good battery life
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.3
8.2
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
281.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
400.0 nits
6.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
11.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
7.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.9/10
The HP Omen Transcend 14 is very good for general use, while the Gigabyte A5 is good.
The Gigabyte A5, with ample CPU and RAM, handles everyday tasks smoothly and offers a decent screen, but its bulk and mediocre battery life detract from portability and all-day use. On the other hand, the HP Omen Transcend 14 has superior CPU and RAM performance, ensuring even more demanding software runs seamlessly, a higher quality screen for better visuals, and its sleeker design and longer battery life make it easier to carry around and use without plugging in, though these features come at a higher price and it might run louder and hotter than the Gigabyte A5.
Gaming and AI
7.1
7.9
7.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The HP Omen Transcend 14 and Gigabyte A5 are both good for gaming and AI, though the HP Omen Transcend 14 is somewhat better.
The Gigabyte A5 boasts a high-end GPU and a screen with a rapid refresh rate, making it well-suited for smooth gaming and 3D rendering. While the HP Omen Transcend 14 also has a quality GPU and fast screen refresh rate, plus a better CPU and screen quality, which may give it an edge in gaming and multitasking with visually demanding applications.
Engineering and Design
7.3
8.5
6.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
7.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The HP Omen Transcend 14 is very good for engineering and design, while the Gigabyte A5 is good.
The Gigabyte A5 is equipped with a solid CPU and GPU combo that can handle engineering tasks, but the HP Omen Transcend 14 offers an even better CPU and GPU configuration, leading to smoother and more efficient performance in demanding software used for engineering and design, along with higher quality screen output. While the A5 is reasonably portable, the Omen Transcend 14 manages to provide superior hardware without sacrificing much on portability, and it also boasts a higher quality keyboard and quieter operation, which can enhance the user's overall experience.
Content Creation
7.3
8.3
6.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The HP Omen Transcend 14 is very good for content creation, while the Gigabyte A5 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
7.0
8.1
6.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The HP Omen Transcend 14 is very good for software development, while the Gigabyte A5 is good.
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
8.6
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
281.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
400.0 nits
The HP Omen Transcend 14 has a better screen than the Gigabyte A5 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, the Gigabyte A5 offers a clear and bright display that's easy on the eyes for everyday tasks, but the HP Omen's higher resolution and superior panel type means crisper images and better overall visual quality. When it comes to engineering and design, the HP Omen stands out with its wider color gamuts, ensuring that colors are represented more accurately and vividly, which is crucial for detailed and color-sensitive work. However, both the Gigabyte A5 and the HP Omen may not satisfy gaming and 3D professionals as they lack high refresh rates, which are essential for smooth, fast-paced visuals in these applications.
Battery
6.5 Hours
11.0 Hours
The Gigabyte A5 has 6.5 hours of battery life. The HP Omen Transcend 14 has 11 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
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.8 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The HP Omen Transcend 14 and Gigabyte A5 both have good portability, though the HP Omen Transcend 14 has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$830
$1,699
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Gigabyte A5 has a price of $830 and the HP Omen Transcend 14 costs $1,699.
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Build Quality
7.2
7.2
The Gigabyte A5 and HP Omen Transcend 14 both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Gigabyte A5 | HP Omen Transcend 14 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$830 | $1,699 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2022 | February 1, 2024 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 10.2'' x 1'' | 12.3'' x 9.2'' x 0.71'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.68 lbs | 3.87 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.21" | 12.32" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.15" | 9.19" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 5 5600H | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6.5 Hours | 11 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 49 Wh | 71 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | OLED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2880 x 1800 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 120Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 281 nits | 400 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 6.3/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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Florian Glaser | September 2022
"Ignoring price, the Gigabyte A5 has a hard time against the similarly fast competition. Besides the loud noise in 3D mode (performance mode), the high temperature development of the components should be mentioned on the downside. Despite the relatively thick case, the laptop gets very warm and loud under load, which does not exactly speak for the cooling system. The plastic surfaces look rather cheap and also tend to rattle. In most other disciplines - be it the input devices, the screen, the connectivity or the battery runtime - the Gigabyte laptop does not stand out from the crowd, neither positively nor negatively. However, those who primarily pay attention to the price-performance ratio will get a pretty good offer with the Gigabyte A5."
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About Gigabyte
Gigabyte is a Taiwanese computer hardware manufacturer. While Gigabyte mainly focuses its business on desktop hardware, Gigabyte is known for its value-oriented G series laptops, thin and light Aero series, and performance-oriented Aorus series. Gigabyte laptops offer a strong value proposition to compete with mainstream alternatives.
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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