The HP 15" Laptop is much less expensive and suitable for basic tasks with moderate storage and memory, an i3 processor, and integrated graphics. However, the Lenovo Legion 9i is much more expensive but offers high-end performance for 3D rendering, machine learning, and engineering with a powerful i9 processor, RTX graphics, and a high-resolution Mini LED display. The Legion has significantly more storage and memory. It's heavier and less portable but excels in demanding applications. Choose the HP for simple, cost-efficient use or the Legion for top-tier performance in intensive tasks and gaming. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP 15" Laptop
Good portability
Good battery life
Advantages of the Lenovo Legion 9i
Very good for general use
Best in class for engineering and design
Excellent for gaming and AI
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Best in class overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Best in class speakers
Excellent keyboard
Key differences
General Use
6.7/10
8.4/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3200 x 2000
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
682.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
3.0 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
7.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.3/10
The Lenovo Legion 9i is very good for general use, while the HP 15" Laptop is only fair.
The HP 15" Laptop is generally fair due to its basic CPU and RAM, average screen quality, and good portability with a battery that supports moderate usage. On the other hand, the Lenovo Legion 9i excels in general use, thanks to its high-end CPU and abundant RAM, superior screen quality, and sufficient battery life, despite being less portable due to its heavier build.
Gaming and AI
5.9/10
9.2/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3200 x 2000
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Lenovo Legion 9i is excellent for gaming and AI, while the HP 15" Laptop is poor.
The HP 15" Laptop has a basic GPU and a standard screen refresh rate suitable for casual gaming, while the Lenovo Legion 9i boasts a high-end GPU and a much higher refresh rate screen, making it ideal for intensive gaming and 3D applications. The stronger CPU and superior screen quality of the Legion also contribute to its excellent performance in these areas.
Engineering and Design
6.2/10
9.6/10
5.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The Lenovo Legion 9i is best in class for engineering and design, while the HP 15" Laptop is only fair.
The HP 15" Laptop uses a less capable i3 processor and Intel UHD Graphics, which may struggle with demanding engineering software, while the Lenovo Legion 9i boasts a more powerful i9 processor and advanced Nvidia RTX 4080 graphics, providing excellent performance for demanding tasks and designs.
Content Creation
6.9/10
8.7/10
5.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3200 x 2000
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
The Lenovo Legion 9i is very 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
8.3/10
5.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3200 x 2000
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Lenovo Legion 9i is very 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
9.7/10
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3200 x 2000
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
682.0 nits
The Lenovo Legion 9i 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's screen may not offer the vivid colors and sharpness that the Lenovo Legion 9i provides, owing to its superior resolution and panel technology that makes it ideal for general use and professional design work where color accuracy and detail are critical. However, for gaming and 3D applications, both laptops fall short as their screens do not have high refresh rates, which are crucial for smooth motion and gameplay. The Lenovo Legion 9i, despite its excellent color gamuts, which matter for engineering and design, won't provide the best experience for gaming and 3D tasks because the refresh rate takes precedence in this context.
Battery
6.0 Hours
3.0 Hours
The HP 15" Laptop has 6 hours of battery life. The Lenovo Legion 9i has 3 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
Fair
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
5.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The HP 15" Laptop has good portability, while the Lenovo Legion 9i has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.0/10
8.5/10
The Lenovo Legion 9i has very 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
$3,420
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
The HP 15" Laptop has a price of $378 and the Lenovo Legion 9i costs $3,420.
"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."
"The Lenovo Legion 9i is meant as a top-end flagship showcase for enthusiasts, and on that, it delivers. You'll find flashier designs in this price tier—Razer’s all-metal build in a similarly sized laptop like the Blade 16, or monstrous 18-inch machines—but this is a well-thought-out laptop. The chassis is trim for a 16-inch powerhouse, the lid is unique, and bespoke liquid cooling takes performance to the next level."
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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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