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Updated January 12, 2024·
Choosing between the HP 15" Laptop and the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14", the HP generally costs more but offers better performance with an Intel i3 processor compared to the Celeron in the Packard Bell, which may be important if you need to run more demanding applications. The HP also comes with double the RAM, providing a smoother multitasking experience. If you value screen size, the HP's 15.6-inch display is larger than Packard Bell's 14.1-inch. However, for portability, the Cloudbook is lighter, which can be advantageous if you carry your laptop often. Both have the same storage capacity and resolution, but the HP's higher battery capacity could mean longer use between charges. If budget is a primary concern and your tasks are basic, the Cloudbook might suffice, while the HP would be better suited for more intensive tasks despite being less portable and more expensive. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP 15" Laptop
- The HP 15" Laptop has no clear advantages over the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14".
Advantages of the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14"
- Very good portability
Key differences
General Use
6.7
5.7
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
4.6/10
7.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.1/10
The HP 15" Laptop is only fair for general use, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
The HP 15" Laptop offers better performance for general use due to a more capable Intel i3 processor and double the RAM of the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14", which only has an Intel Celeron processor and half the RAM, impacting multitasking and speed. Additionally, the HP has a brighter screen and a higher-quality keyboard, while the Packard Bell, although lighter and with a marginally longer battery life, falls short with a dimmer display and lower keyboard and build quality, which affects the overall user 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 Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
The HP 15" Laptop is more suitable for engineering and design use because it has a more powerful Intel i3 processor and double the RAM of the Packard Bell Cloudbook, which is equipped with a less powerful Intel Celeron and less RAM, impacting the ability to run complex software. Additionally, the HP has better screen quality, with higher brightness and color coverage, further enhancing its suitability for design tasks, whereas the Cloudbook's lower quality display may not render designs as accurately.
Content Creation
6.9
5.9
5.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The HP 15" Laptop is only fair for content creation, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
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
5.9
5.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
8.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
4.6/10
The HP 15" Laptop is only fair for software development, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
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
5.8
15.6in
SIZE
14.1in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
The HP 15" Laptop has a better screen than the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The HP 15" Laptop offers adequate resolution and brightness for everyday tasks like browsing and document editing, which makes it suitable for general use, but it lacks the advanced color gamut necessary for precise engineering and design work, and it's not equipped with a high refresh rate that would benefit gaming and 3D applications. In contrast, the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" falls short even for general use due to lower quality display characteristics, which also makes it less suitable for specialized tasks in engineering, design, gaming, and 3D rendering that rely on better color accuracy and smoother visuals. Consequently, while the HP is a reasonable option for basic tasks, neither laptop is ideal for professionals or enthusiasts in fields that require high-quality visuals or fast screen refresh rates.
Build Quality
6.0
5.1
The HP 15" Laptop has only fair build quality, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$378
$350
$100
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
The HP 15" Laptop has a price of $378 and the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" costs $350.
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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
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The HP 15" Laptop and Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" are both poor for gaming and AI.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Battery
6.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The HP 15" Laptop has 6 hours of battery life. The Packard Bell Cloudbook 14 has 7 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
14.1in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
2.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" to have very good portability, while the HP 15" Laptop has good portability.
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How the HP 15" Laptop and the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| HP 15" Laptop | Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$378 | $350 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | January 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.5'' x 0.7'' | 14.8'' x 9.6'' x 0.78'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.73 lbs | 2.7 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.11" | 14.76" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.53" | 9.56" | |
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 | 128 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 7 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 41 Wh | 38 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 14.1" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 250 nits | 200 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.8/10 | 8.1/10 | |
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 | 8.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6/10 | 4.6/10 | |
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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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."
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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.
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