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Updated January 12, 2024·
If budget is a major concern and you plan on using your laptop for everyday tasks like browsing, streaming, and basic productivity, the Lenovo IdeaPad is a wallet-friendly option. However, if you require more power for activities such as photo editing, running multiple apps simultaneously, or quicker data processing, the HP 15" Laptop, despite being more costly, will offer better performance. The HP typically also provides more robust build quality and superior display resolution. Keep in mind though, the larger size of the HP can make it less convenient for travel compared to the more compact Lenovo IdeaPad. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP 15" Laptop
- The HP 15" Laptop has no clear advantages over the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14".
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14"
- Very good portability
Key differences
General Use
6.7
6.1
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
239.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
7.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.3/10
The HP 15" Laptop and Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" are both only fair for general use, though the HP 15" Laptop is somewhat better.
The HP 15" Laptop has a more powerful CPU, more RAM, and a higher quality IPS screen with better resolution, contributing to improved performance and clearer visuals for general use compared to the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14", which has a less capable CPU, less RAM, and a lower quality TN screen with lower resolution. While the IdeaPad boasts longer battery life and silent operation, it falls short in screen quality and computing power, which are very important for a satisfactory general use experience.
Engineering and Design
6.2
5.5
5.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
8.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
The HP 15" Laptop is only fair for engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is poor.
The HP 15" Laptop offers better CPU, more RAM, and a higher-quality IPS screen, making it more suitable for engineering and design tasks compared to the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14", which has a lower-end CPU, less RAM, and a lower-resolution TN screen. While the Lenovo might be slightly more portable, the HP's superior performance and screen attributes significantly outweigh this advantage for engineering and design activities.
Content Creation
6.9
6.2
5.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
8.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
The HP 15" Laptop and Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" are both only fair for content creation, though the HP 15" Laptop is somewhat better.
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.
Screen Quality
6.3
5.3
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
239.0 nits
The HP 15" Laptop has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The HP 15" Laptop offers a balance of resolution and brightness suitable for daily tasks and some design work, but gamers may find the screen lacking due to its refresh rate limitations and potential lack of vibrancy for immersive experiences. On the other hand, the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" falls short across various uses due to a dimmer, lower resolution display, making it less ideal for both general use and the precise color requirements of professional engineering applications. Besides, both laptops may not satisfy 3D users or gamers because they might not provide the high refresh rates needed for fluid motion and fast-paced visuals.
Battery
6.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The HP 15" Laptop has 6 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has 9 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
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
3.0 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has very good portability, while the HP 15" Laptop has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$378
$165
$100
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
The HP 15" Laptop has a price of $378 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" costs $165.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
5.9
5.5
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
10.0/10
The HP 15" Laptop and Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" are both poor for gaming and AI.
The HP 15" Laptop offers fair gaming and 3D capabilities due to its more capable Intel UHD Graphics found in the i3-1215U processor and a higher quality IPS display panel, which contributes to better viewing angles and color reproduction. In comparison, the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" falls short in gaming and 3D performance with a less powerful Intel UHD Graphics 600 from the Celeron N4020 and a lower grade TN display panel, leading to diminished visual experience and graphic processing power.
Software Development
6.7
6.4
5.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
8.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The HP 15" Laptop and Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" are both only fair 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.
Build Quality
6.0
6.0
The HP 15" Laptop and Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" both have only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the HP 15" Laptop and the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| HP 15" Laptop | Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$378 | $165 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | January 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.5'' x 0.7'' | 12.9'' x 9.3'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.73 lbs | 3.09 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.11" | 12.88" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.53" | 9.25" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i3-1215U | Intel Celeron N4020 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 4 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 128 GB | 64 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 9 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 41 Wh | 32 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | TN | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1366 x 768 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 250 nits | 239 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6/10 | 6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.8/10 | 8.3/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8.8/10 | 10/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | No | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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HP 15" Laptop
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Alex Iliev | August 2022
"Chances are high that the HP 15 is one of the first laptops to pop up when you search for an inexpensive notebook. Indeed, its price tag is very tempting for many, and of course, this is the reason for its popularity. However, the HP 15" suffers from poor performance due to low power consumption. On the bright side, one of the good things about it is the port selection. On the inside, this includes two SODIMM slots for memory, an M.2 PCIe x4 slot for storage, and a SATA drive bay. However, the TN panel, and mediocre input devices are not ideal."
Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14"
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Tom Brant | August 2021
"The IdeaPad 1 14 is a simple machine, but it’s well-designed and has nearly everything you’d expect from a no-nonsense laptop that allows you to check emails and get schoolwork or other light tasks done with relative ease. A "true" 128GB SSD (as opposed to an eMMC drive) and a roomy 14-inch full HD display are arguably the star attractions, with the comfortable keyboard and reasonably modern styling playing important backup roles."
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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.
About Lenovo
Lenovo is a Chinese technology company, and one of the largest personal computer vendor. They are well known for a variety of technology products, including laptops. Their consumer series include their entry level IdeaPad and LOQ series and mid-to-high-end Yoga and Legion series. On the business-oriented side, their series include their entry-level ThinkBook series and mid-to-high-end ThinkPad series. Lenovo laptops offer strong performance for reasonable prices, and are often on sale.
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