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Advantages of the HP 17" Laptop
- Good for general use
- Good for software development
- Good for content creation
Advantages of the HP 250 G10
- Good battery life
Key differences
General Use
7.3
6.3
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
287.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
5.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
7.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The HP 17" Laptop is good for general use, while the HP 250 G10 is only fair.
The HP 17" Laptop typically provides better performance and screen quality due to its larger size and often more powerful CPU and RAM, making it suitable for those who prioritize a smoother experience over portability and may not mind a shorter battery life. In contrast, the HP 250 G10, being more compact, is easier to carry around, which may come at the cost of reduced screen space and possibly lesser performance, yet it still maintains decent storage, keyboard, and speaker quality for everyday tasks.
Engineering and Design
6.8
5.8
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The HP 17" Laptop is only fair for engineering and design, while the HP 250 G10 is poor.
The HP 17" Laptop is better for engineering and design due to its higher-end AMD Ryzen processor and more powerful integrated Vega graphics, as well as a larger IPS display with higher resolution, providing better screen quality for detailed work. In contrast, the HP 250 G10 has a less capable Intel N200 processor and basic Intel UHD graphics, along with a smaller TN display with lower resolution, making it less suitable for demanding engineering tasks and detailed design work.
Content Creation
7.2
6.2
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
The HP 17" Laptop is good for content creation, while the HP 250 G10 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
7.1
6.4
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The HP 17" Laptop is good for software development, while the HP 250 G10 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
6.6
5.3
17.3in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
287.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
The HP 17" Laptop has a better screen than the HP 250 G10 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The HP 17" Laptop offers a larger screen size that adds to the overall viewing experience, and while it provides adequate resolution and brightness for general activities and engineering purposes, it lacks the advanced color accuracy that professionals in engineering and design would need. Its shortcomings in refresh rate and panel quality, crucial for smooth and clear images, diminish the experience for fast-paced gaming and 3D rendering. The HP 250 G10, on the other hand, falls short across all use cases due to its lower-quality display, making it less suitable for any task that heavily relies on visual detail and accuracy.
Portability
Good
Good
17.3in
SIZE
15.6in
4.5 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The HP 250 G10 and HP 17" Laptop both have good portability, though the HP 250 G10 has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$850
$349
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The HP 17" Laptop has a price of $850 and the HP 250 G10 costs $349.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
6.2
5.7
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
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers HP 17" Laptop to be only fair for gaming and AI, while the HP 250 G10 is poor.
The HP 17" Laptop typically includes a more advanced GPU and a higher screen refresh rate which enhances gaming and 3D rendering performance, while the HP 250 G10 often comes with a less capable GPU and lower refresh rate, making it less suitable for those activities despite having a decent CPU and screen quality.
Battery
5.5 Hours
6.0 Hours
The HP 17" Laptop has 5.5 hours of battery life. The HP 250 G10 has 6 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.
Build Quality
6.0
6.0
The HP 17" Laptop and HP 250 G10 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 17" Laptop and the HP 250 G10 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| HP 17" Laptop | HP 250 G10 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$850 | $349 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | June 1, 2023 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.8'' x 10.2'' x 0.81'' | 14.2'' x 9.3'' x 0.73'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.58 lbs | 3.5 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.78" | 14.17" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.15" | 9.29" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7730U | Intel N200 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 1 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 128 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 5.5 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 41 Wh | 41 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 17.3" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | TN | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1366 x 768 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 287 nits | 250 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6/10 | 6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.2/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8/10 | 8.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6/10 | 6/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | No | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
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 17" Laptop
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Francisco Lahoz | November 2022
"As far as starter laptops go, the HP Laptop 17 is a sound investment. Sure, it might not be the lightest of options, but what you get for the price is a well-rounded machine that fits multiple niches. Whether it be office duties that require you to multi-task between multiple programs, or study tasks in which you’ll spend hours browsing online, this laptop does it all. Plus, when it's time to unwind, you can watch your favorite shows or movies on a super-wide display. What's best of all is that you can do all this for about half a day on a single charge."
HP 250 G10
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Nikolay Palaozov | December 2023
"The HP 250 G10 is a decent budget device that surprises us with its high CPU frequencies under load. Still, our configuration has a Core i5-1335U which doesn’t require significant cooling, if choose a 28W P-series processor, maybe the situation with the clocks could be different. If you want to play some casual game after work, a memory in dual-channel is a must because it increases greatly the iGPU performance."
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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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