The HP 17" Laptop is less expensive and offers a larger screen which may be beneficial for multitasking or if you prefer a larger display for work and media consumption. It is also lighter, making it more portable. However, the Lenovo LOQ 15, while more expensive, has a more powerful graphics card which could be better for intensive gaming, 3D rendering or machine learning tasks. The Lenovo also has a higher screen refresh rate for smoother visuals, which might be important if you're into gaming or high-speed video. Consider your primary usage: if it's general computing and cost is a concern, the HP might suit you well, but if you're focused on performance for specialized tasks and gaming, the Lenovo could be worth the extra cost. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP 17" Laptop
Good portability
Advantages of the Lenovo LOQ 15
Good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Good battery life
Very good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.2/10
7.5/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The Lenovo LOQ 15 is good for gaming and AI, while the HP 17" Laptop is only fair.
The Lenovo LOQ 15 is better suited for gaming and 3D applications due to its higher-end Nvidia RTX 4050 graphics card and a higher screen refresh rate, both of which provide a smoother and more visually detailed experience. In comparison, the HP 17" Laptop uses an integrated AMD Vega 8 GPU and a standard screen refresh rate, which is adequate for less demanding gaming scenarios but falls short for more intensive 3D environments.
Engineering and Design
6.8/10
7.9/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo LOQ 15 is good for engineering and design, while the HP 17" Laptop is only fair.
The Lenovo LOQ 15 surpasses the HP 17" Laptop in engineering and design use primarily due to its more robust Nvidia RTX 4050 GPU and a stronger AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS CPU, which are essential for tasks that require high processing power and graphics capabilities. While the HP's larger screen provides a more expansive workspace, the Lenovo's better performance hardware makes it a preferred choice for more demanding engineering applications despite its slightly smaller display.
Screen Quality
6.6/10
7.1/10
17.3in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
287.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
329.0 nits
The Lenovo LOQ 15 has a better screen than the HP 17" Laptop for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The HP's larger screen is an asset for productivity, offering more space for multitasking in general use and engineering tasks, while its fair resolution and brightness are adequate but not outstanding. In engineering and design work, the HP's subpar color gamut coverage means colors may not be as accurate or vibrant, which is key for precise visual tasks. For gaming and 3D applications, the HP falls short primarily because of its lower refresh rate, which leads to less fluid motion and slower response times compared to displays optimized for such tasks.
Build Quality
6.0/10
7.4/10
The Lenovo LOQ 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
$850
$1,179
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
The HP 17" Laptop has a price of $850 and the Lenovo LOQ 15 costs $1,179.
The Lenovo LOQ 15 and HP 17" Laptop are both good for general use.
The HP 17" Laptop with its larger screen, substantial CPU and RAM, and ample battery capacity suits those seeking a reliable workhorse for general tasks at home or in the office, offering a good balance between screen real estate and battery life, albeit at the expense of greater weight and size which affects portability. In contrast, the Lenovo LOQ 15, with similar CPU and RAM, a high-quality keyboard, and more compact form factors, caters well to users on the go who need efficient performance and ease of carrying without compromising on the essentials for everyday computing, such as screen quality and longer battery life.
Content Creation
7.2/10
7.6/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo LOQ 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
7.1/10
7.5/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo LOQ 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.
Battery
5.5 Hours
6.0 Hours
The HP 17" Laptop has 5.5 hours of battery life. The Lenovo LOQ 15 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.
Portability
Good
Fair
17.3in
SIZE
15.6in
4.5 lbs
WEIGHT
5.2 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.9in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers HP 17" Laptop to have good portability, while the Lenovo LOQ 15 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the HP 17" Laptop and the Lenovo LOQ 15 compare to other laptops
"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."
"Even after a short time with the LOQ 15, you'll find it has a lot going for it, but ultimately it's just "good"—not quite a star. The performance is respectable for the hardware it’s running, but Lenovo had to make some design sacrifices to trim the price. One of the better aspects is the keyboard, making it one of the better low-cost gaming laptops to actually put your hands on."
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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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