The HP 15" Laptop is less expensive, making it suitable for budget-conscious users needing it for basic tasks with moderate storage and processing power. On the other hand, the Razer Blade 15 costs more but offers significantly better performance for intensive engineering tasks, 3D/machine learning projects, or gaming, with higher storage capacity and a more powerful processor. However, the Razer Blade 15 is heavier, which may affect its portability. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP 15" Laptop
Good battery life
Advantages of the Razer Blade 15
Good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Very good speakers
Excellent keyboard
Key differences
General Use
6.7/10
7.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
271.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.0 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
7.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.7/10
The Razer Blade 15 is good for general use, while the HP 15" Laptop is only fair.
The HP 15" Laptop has a more basic CPU and graphics, less RAM, and lower screen resolution which may not be as suitable for demanding tasks, compared to the Razer Blade 15 which boasts a more powerful CPU, superior graphics, double the RAM, and a higher resolution screen which enhances its general use capability.
Gaming and AI
5.9/10
8.0/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The Razer Blade 15 is very good for gaming and AI, while the HP 15" Laptop is poor.
The HP 15" Laptop with Intel UHD Graphics and a standard screen refresh rate of 60 Hz is fair for gaming and 3D applications, whereas the Razer Blade 15 is equipped with a high-end Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti GPU and provides a much smoother visual experience with a higher refresh rate of 240 Hz, making it very good for gaming and 3D tasks.
Engineering and Design
6.2/10
8.5/10
5.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.0/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Razer Blade 15 is very good for engineering and design, while the HP 15" Laptop is only fair.
The Razer Blade 15 is very good for engineering and design as it comes with a high-end Intel i7 processor, double the RAM, and a powerful Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti GPU compared to the fair-rated HP 15" Laptop, which has a lower-end Intel i3 processor and integrated graphics. Additionally, the Razer has a higher resolution and refresh rate screen, which contributes to better screen quality for design details, though it is slightly heavier, affecting portability.
Content Creation
6.9/10
8.0/10
5.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Razer Blade 15 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
7.7/10
5.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Razer Blade 15 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
8.2/10
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
271.0 nits
The Razer Blade 15 has a better screen than the HP 15" Laptop for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
If you prioritize a clear and vivid display for everyday tasks like browsing the web, editing documents, or watching videos, the Razer Blade 15's superior panel type, resolution, and brightness make it stand out despite its higher price. For engineering or design work which demands true-to-life color reproduction, the Razer Blade 15's coverage of color gamuts like DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB ensures precise color accuracy. However, if you’re into high refresh rate-required activities like 3D gaming, both laptops may underwhelm; the Razer Blade 15, while better for other uses, doesn't deliver the high refresh rates that dedicated gaming or 3D modeling laptops can, which are essential for a smoother visual experience in fast-paced games and 3D simulations.
Build Quality
6.0/10
8.5/10
The Razer Blade 15 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
$2,500
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
The HP 15" Laptop has a price of $378 and the Razer Blade 15 costs $2,500.
"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 2022 Blade 15 offers roughly 15 to 25 percent faster graphics performance and 20 percent faster CPU performance over last year's Core i7-11800H and RTX 3080 model. Thankfully, the system doesn't need to run noticeably louder or warmer to achieve faster results, but both power consumption and battery life take a hit. The higher consumption in particular appears to be a trend amongst many 12th gen Core laptops including the Schenker Uniwill Technology GM7AG8P or MSI Vector GP66 when compared to their previous generation counterparts. We're also glad to not see below-average CPU performance which was the case for the 10th gen Core i7-10875H model."
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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 Razer
Razer is an American-Singaporean technology company. Razer is best known for their Blade series laptops, well known for their strong performance and sleek design. Although Razer charges a premium price tag for their laptops, buyers can expect a stealthy laptop with clean fit and finish and strong performance. All of their models offer great portability and build quality compared to other gaming laptops.
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