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Updated January 12, 2024·
If you prioritize a larger screen and higher resolution for multitasking or media consumption, the HP 17" Laptop is suitable with its 17.3 inch display compared to HP Pavilion 15's 15.6 inch. The HP 17" also comes with a more powerful processor for demanding tasks. However, the HP Pavilion 15 is lighter and more portable, making it easier to carry around, but has a lower quality TN panel. Additionally, the Pavilion 15 may offer longer battery life due to its less power-hungry components. It's also a more budget-friendly option compared to the somewhat pricier HP 17". Consider what is more important to you: screen size and performance or portability and cost. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP 17" Laptop
- Good for software development
Advantages of the HP Pavilion 15
- The HP Pavilion 15 has no clear advantages over the HP 17" Laptop.
Key differences
Engineering and Design
6.8
6.2
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.2/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The HP 17" Laptop and HP Pavilion 15 are both only fair for engineering and design, though the HP 17" Laptop is somewhat better.
The HP 17" Laptop has a faster CPU and more advanced GPU, which are very important for engineering and design tasks, and it features a higher-resolution IPS screen that offers better color accuracy and viewing angles. In contrast, the HP Pavilion 15, while more portable due to its smaller size and weight, has a slower CPU, a less powerful GPU, and a lower-resolution TN screen, which can provide less favorable color representation and viewing angles.
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
220.0 nits
The HP 17" Laptop has a better screen than the HP Pavilion 15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and software development.
If screen quality is a top priority for general tasks, the HP 17" Laptop offers a better experience due to its more suitable panel type, higher resolution, and greater brightness, providing clearer and more vibrant visuals compared to the HP Pavilion 15. For engineering and design work, the HP 17's screen displays a wider color range, allowing for more accurate color representation which is vital for precise visual tasks. Gamers and those working with 3D applications would find the HP 17" lacking due to its lower refresh rate, which can limit the smoothness of fast-paced visuals and hinder the overall viewing experience despite its modest resolution and panel quality.
Battery
5.5 Hours
3.0 Hours
The HP 17" Laptop has 5.5 hours of battery life. The HP Pavilion 15 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
Good
17.3in
SIZE
15.6in
4.5 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The HP Pavilion 15 and HP 17" Laptop both have good portability, though the HP Pavilion 15 has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.3
7.0
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
287.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
5.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
3.0 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.2/10
7.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.7/10
The HP 17" Laptop and HP Pavilion 15 are both good for general use.
The HP 17" Laptop with its larger screen, higher screen resolution, and AMD Ryzen processor is great for those who prioritize a better visual experience and stronger performance for general use, although it's less portable and has shorter battery life. Conversely, the HP Pavilion 15 offers longer battery life and better portability with its smaller frame and lighter weight, making it a strong candidate for users who require mobility, despite having a lower resolution screen and a less powerful Intel i3 processor.
Gaming and AI
6.2
6.0
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
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
The HP 17" Laptop and HP Pavilion 15 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The HP 17" Laptop's larger screen and AMD Ryzen GPU with a modest screen refresh rate make it suitable for casual gaming and 3D tasks, while the HP Pavilion 15's Intel i3 CPU and integrated Intel UHD GPU, paired with a lower screen resolution, also handle these tasks but with restrained performance and visual fidelity.
Content Creation
7.2
7.1
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
The HP 17" Laptop and HP Pavilion 15 are both good for content creation.
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
6.6
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.2/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers HP 17" Laptop to be good for software development, while the HP Pavilion 15 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.
Build Quality
6.0
6.2
The HP Pavilion 15 and HP 17" Laptop both have only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$510
$500
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
The HP 17" Laptop has a price of $510 and the HP Pavilion 15 costs $500.
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How the HP 17" Laptop and the HP Pavilion 15 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| HP 17" Laptop | HP Pavilion 15 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$510 | $500 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | June 1, 2023 | August 1, 2020 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.8'' x 10.2'' x 0.81'' | 14.1'' x 9.5'' x 0.71'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.58 lbs | 3.75 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.78" | 14.1" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.15" | 9.53" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7730U | Intel i3-1115G4 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 5.5 Hours | 3 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 41 Wh | 51 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 | 220 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6/10 | 6.3/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.2/10 | 7.8/10 | |
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 | 6.3/10 | |
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 Pavilion 15
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Alex Cox | August 2022
"The HP Pavilion 15 carries a fair amount of power and a sharp display in its handsome slimline shell. It's not perfect, but it's a hard worker. This is wonderfully designed and totes a heck of a lot of desktop power, with the added benefit of a decent webcam and a full-sized keyboard. If you're getting down to business on a budget, it's a great fit."
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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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