The HP 15" Laptop is less expensive with decent performance for general use, featuring a mid-range processor, moderate storage, and RAM, suitable for day-to-day activities, web browsing, and office applications but with limited capabilities for more demanding tasks and shorter battery life. On the other hand, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i costs more but offers a higher-end processor, more RAM, and ample storage, making it better suited for intensive tasks like engineering software, 3D rendering, and machine learning, with a longer battery life and higher portability due to its lighter weight and smaller form factor. Neither laptop is ideal for heavy gaming, but the Lenovo's better screen and build quality provide a more premium experience. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP 15" Laptop
The HP 15" Laptop has no clear advantages over the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i.
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i
Good for general use
Good for engineering and design
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Good overall build quality
Very good portability
Very good battery life
Good speakers
Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
6.7/10
7.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
340.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
11.5 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.9/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i is good for general use, while the HP 15" Laptop is only fair.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i outshines the HP 15" Laptop for general use primarily because it has a higher-end CPU and more RAM, which contribute to better overall performance. Additionally, the Lenovo has superior screen quality, a more portable design, and longer battery life, all of which are crucial for a good general-use experience.
Engineering and Design
6.2/10
7.1/10
5.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i is good for engineering and design, while the HP 15" Laptop is only fair.
The HP 15" Laptop has lower tier CPU and graphics with modest screen quality, making it less ideal for engineering and design where processing power and image clarity are crucial. In contrast, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i boasts a higher tier CPU and better integrated graphics, alongside superior screen quality, which together offer improved performance and a better visual experience for such tasks.
Content Creation
6.9/10
7.7/10
5.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i is good for content creation, while the HP 15" Laptop 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
6.7/10
7.5/10
5.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i is good for software development, while the HP 15" Laptop 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
6.3/10
6.9/10
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
340.0 nits
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i has a better screen than the HP 15" Laptop for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The HP 15" Laptop offers an adequate display for daily tasks and productivity with resolution and brightness that meet the basic requirements, but it may fall short for engineers or designers who need wider color gamuts to ensure accuracy in their work. The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i boosts better color reproduction and higher resolution, beneficial for meticulous engineering and design roles, though neither laptop hits the mark for 3D applications or gaming where high refresh rates are crucial for fluid motion and responsiveness. For gamers or 3D professionals, these laptops may disappoint due to their lower refresh rates despite having decent resolutions.
Battery
6.0 Hours
11.5 Hours
The HP 15" Laptop has 6 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i has 11.5 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
Good
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i has very good portability, while the HP 15" Laptop has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.0/10
7.8/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i has good build quality, while the HP 15" Laptop has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$378
$899
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The HP 15" Laptop has a price of $378 and the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i costs $899.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i to be only fair for gaming and AI, while the HP 15" Laptop is poor.
The HP 15" Laptop with its entry-level GPU and basic screen refresh rate is suitable for less demanding games, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i, despite having a better-performing GPU and CPU, still shares the same screen refresh rate limitation, making both fair choices for casual gaming and 3D applications.
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How the HP 15" Laptop and the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i compare to other laptops
"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."
"Among Lenovo's multiple laptop brands, the IdeaPad family is decidedly the one designed for consumers: people who want decent performance at a reasonable price. Consider, then, this laptop a paragon for the pickier members of that crowd. With a 14-inch touch-enabled display, a comfortable keyboard, an Evo-certified Intel Core i7 11th Generation CPU, and the latest Windows 11 operating system, the IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro ultraportable ($1,199 as tested) is a slick mainstream machine at a bit of a premium price, and quite capable for everyday tasks."
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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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