If you prioritize high-performance tasks such as 3D rendering, machine learning, or gaming, the Gigabyte Aero 17 could be worth the extra expense as it generally offers robust capabilities for demanding applications. However, it's larger and heavier, which might be a downside if you value portability. On the other hand, the HP Omen Transcend 14 is more compact and easier to carry around, suitable for general use and may save you some money, but it might not handle intensive tasks as well as the Aero 17. Consider battery life too; larger laptops often consume more power, potentially resulting in shorter battery life. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte Aero 17
Excellent overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Good speakers
Advantages of the HP Omen Transcend 14
Very good for software development
Good portability
Very good battery life
Key differences
Screen Quality
9.2/10
8.6/10
17.3in
SIZE
14.0in
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
368.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
400.0 nits
The Gigabyte Aero 17 has a better screen than the HP Omen Transcend 14 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design, while the HP Omen Transcend 14 has a better screen for content creation.
For general use, the Gigabyte Aero 17's excellent screen quality is largely due to its high resolution and brightness, making text, images, and videos clear and vibrant. In engineering and design, professionals benefit from its wide color gamuts, ensuring accurate color representation for detailed work. However, for gaming and 3D applications where fluid motion is key, the Aero 17's lower refresh rate hinders performance, unlike screens with higher refresh rates that provide smoother visuals in fast-paced scenarios.
Battery
5.5 Hours
11.0 Hours
The Gigabyte Aero 17 has 5.5 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
Fair
Good
17.3in
SIZE
14.0in
5.7 lbs
WEIGHT
3.8 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The HP Omen Transcend 14 has good portability, while the Gigabyte Aero 17 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.0/10
7.2/10
The Gigabyte Aero 17 has very good build quality, while the HP Omen Transcend 14 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$2,071
$1,699
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The Gigabyte Aero 17 has a price of $2,071 and the HP Omen Transcend 14 costs $1,699.
The HP Omen Transcend 14 and Gigabyte Aero 17 are both very good for general use.
The Gigabyte Aero 17, with its high-quality CPU and ample RAM, ensures smooth multitasking and performance for everyday tasks, while its large, vivid screen enhances viewing experiences, but it is less portable and has a shorter battery life. The HP Omen Transcend 14 offers a balance with strong CPU performance, sufficient RAM, and better portability due to its smaller size, along with longer battery life, making it easier to use on the go, but it might have a slightly less impressive screen compared to the Aero 17.
Gaming and AI
7.9/10
7.9/10
7.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.9/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Gigabyte Aero 17 and HP Omen Transcend 14 are both good for gaming and AI.
The Gigabyte Aero 17 features a high-end GPU and a fast screen refresh rate, making it a favorite for gamers and 3D designers who prioritize smooth visuals and graphics performance, while the HP Omen Transcend 14 offers similar capabilities with a lesser GPU but compensates with a solid CPU and screen quality, making it suitable for those who still seek good gaming and 3D performance but might prefer a balance of specs. Both laptops cater to the needs of performance-oriented users, with the Aero leaning more towards top-tier gaming experiences and the Omen providing a more balanced offering with respectable performance.
Engineering and Design
8.8/10
8.5/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
7.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Gigabyte Aero 17 and HP Omen Transcend 14 are both very good for engineering and design.
The Gigabyte Aero 17 stands out for engineering and design due to its high-quality CPU, abundant RAM, powerful GPU, and superior screen quality which are crucial for software performance and visual precision. The HP Omen Transcend 14 also excels in these areas but offers greater portability, making it a better choice for users who need to move around frequently while still requiring robust performance and a quality display for their engineering tasks.
Content Creation
8.4/10
8.3/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The Gigabyte Aero 17 and HP Omen Transcend 14 are both very 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
7.9/10
8.1/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers HP Omen Transcend 14 to be very good for software development, while the Gigabyte Aero 17 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.
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How the Gigabyte Aero 17 and the HP Omen Transcend 14 compare to other laptops
"Not only is the Aero 17 a very good laptop for gamers but also for content creators. With the upgrade to the Intel Core i9-11980HK, Gigabyte particularly improved the system performance. In addition, the hardware package is rounded by the extremely fast SSD and 32 GB of working memory in dual-channel mode. Compared to the predecessor, the battery life is reduced only moderately, and the 4K display also basically keeps its good qualities."
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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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