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Updated January 10, 2024·
If your priority is longer battery life and a touch screen for convenience, the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" is a more affordable option and is lighter, enhancing its portability. However, if better overall system performance, a larger screen, and more RAM for multitasking appeals to you, the HP 17" Laptop makes sense, with the trade-off being a heavier device and a shorter battery life. Neither laptop is ideal for intensive gaming, but both are competent for general use and lighter engineering tasks. Keep in mind that the HP comes with a higher price than the Lenovo. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP 17" Laptop
- The HP 17" Laptop has no clear advantages over the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15".
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15"
- Good overall build quality
- Very good battery life
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.6
6.5
17.3in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
287.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
341.0 nits
The HP 17" Laptop has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" for engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" has a better screen for content creation.
For general use, a laptop with fair screen quality like the HP 17" or the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" will likely have adequate resolution and brightness, but the larger screen size of the HP may enhance viewing and multitasking experience. For engineering and design tasks, the importance of color accuracy means neither the HP nor the Lenovo may fully satisfy professionals who need precise color replication due to their fair screen quality and likely limited color gamuts. In the context of gaming and 3D applications, the HP and Lenovo, with poor screen quality, might lack the high refresh rates required for smooth visuals, with the resolution and panel type not fully compensating for this shortfall.
Battery
5.5 Hours
11.0 Hours
The HP 17" Laptop has 5.5 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" has 11 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
4.0 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" and HP 17" Laptop both have good portability, though the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.0
7.6
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" has good build quality, while the HP 17" Laptop has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$530
$690
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The HP 17" Laptop has a price of $530 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" costs $690.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.3
7.4
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
287.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
341.0 nits
5.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
11.0 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" and HP 17" Laptop are both good for general use.
The HP 17" Laptop has a larger screen and more RAM, making it suitable for multitasking and projects requiring more workspace, but it's heavier and has shorter battery life compared to the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15", which offers a more portable design with a longer battery life, a touch screen option, and better heat management, yet has less RAM which might limit performance in intensive tasks. Both laptops have comparable CPU and screen quality, but differing attributes like the IdeaPad's touch screen and HP's larger screen may cater to different user preferences for general use.
Gaming and AI
6.2
6.2
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" and HP 17" Laptop are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The HP 17" Laptop and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" are categorized as fair for gaming and 3D because both have integrated GPUs (AMD Ryzen 7 7730U Vega 8 and AMD Ryzen 7 5825U Vega 8 respectively) and screen refresh rates of 60Hz; integrated GPUs and standard refresh rates are acceptable for casual gaming, but may not handle intensive 3D gaming or applications smoothly.
Engineering and Design
6.8
6.7
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.8/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The HP 17" Laptop and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" are both only fair for engineering and design.
The HP 17" Laptop stands out for engineering and design due to its superior RAM, which is critical for running resource-intensive applications, whereas the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" has less RAM, making it less suited for heavy multitasking and complex software typical in engineering tasks. Both laptops have similar CPUs and GPUs, but the larger screen and higher screen quality of the HP model offer an advantage in detailed visual work, while the Lenovo is lighter and more portable, features a touch screen, and has a longer battery life, balancing performance with convenience.
Content Creation
7.2
7.3
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" and HP 17" Laptop 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
7.3
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" and HP 17" Laptop are both good for software development.
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.
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Spec Comparison
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| HP 17" Laptop | Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$530 | $690 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | June 1, 2023 | August 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.8'' x 10.2'' x 0.81'' | 14'' x 9.2'' x 0.67'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.58 lbs | 4.08 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.78" | 14.01" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.15" | 9.18" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7730U | AMD Ryzen 7 5825U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 5.5 Hours | 11 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 41 Wh | 57 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 17.3" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 287 nits | 341 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6/10 | 7.6/10 | |
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 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | No | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 3 | |
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."
Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15"
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Marcus Schwarten | August 2021
"The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 is convincing due to its long battery life. The device scores points especially with its large battery and long battery runtimes combined with its low consumption. The CPU and GPU perform in the test as one would expect, and in line with what was familiar from the somewhat smaller 14-inch sister model, the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14."
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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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