When selecting between the HP 17" Laptop and the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14", consider that the larger HP will likely offer stronger performance, better suited for tasks like video editing, gaming, or any software that is resource-intensive. It's also heavier and less portable than the Packard Bell Cloudbook, which is smaller, more lightweight, and more convenient to carry around. The Cloudbook may be sufficient for general usage like web browsing, document editing, or lighter schoolwork. If your budget is tight, the Cloudbook is more affordable, but if you need a workhorse for demanding applications, the HP may justify its higher cost with its increased capabilities. Give Feedback
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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 Packard Bell Cloudbook 14"
Very good portability
Good battery life
Key differences
General Use
7.3/10
5.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
287.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
5.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
4.6/10
7.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.1/10
The HP 17" Laptop is good for general use, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
The HP 17" Laptop is better for general use due to its higher RAM and more powerful AMD Ryzen processor, which provide smoother multitasking and better overall performance; additionally, it boasts a larger screen with better color coverage for an enhanced viewing experience. In contrast, the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" has a smaller screen, less RAM, a weaker Intel Celeron processor, and lower color coverage, which contribute to a less capable performance for general tasks, despite its superior portability and battery life.
Gaming and AI
6.2/10
5.5/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
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
8.7/10
The HP 17" Laptop is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Engineering and Design
6.8/10
5.5/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
The HP 17" Laptop is only fair for engineering and design, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
The HP 17" Laptop is equipped with a stronger CPU, more RAM, and a more capable GPU which are crucial for demanding engineering and design tasks; it also features a higher-quality screen which is important for detail-oriented work. On the other hand, the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14", with its less powerful CPU, minimal RAM, weaker GPU, and lower screen quality, falls short for such intensive uses though it is more portable and quieter in operation.
Content Creation
7.2/10
5.9/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The HP 17" Laptop is good for content creation, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
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
5.9/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
4.6/10
The HP 17" Laptop is good for software development, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
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
6.6/10
5.8/10
17.3in
SIZE
14.1in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
287.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
The HP 17" Laptop has a better screen than the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The HP 17" Laptop provides a larger screen and likely has a higher resolution which is beneficial for general use and engineering, but its average refresh rate may not be enough for smooth 3D experiences. Its larger display might offer a better viewing experience for engineering tasks with decent color representation, although it may still fall short for professional design work that requires precise color accuracy. While the Packard Bell Cloudbook's smaller size compromises screen real estate and makes it less suitable for multitasking and detailed design work, the lower quality display across all aspects makes it less ideal for any of the mentioned use cases, including gaming where refresh rate and image clarity are crucial.
Battery
5.5 Hours
7.0 Hours
The HP 17" Laptop has 5.5 hours of battery life. The Packard Bell Cloudbook 14 has 7 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
Very Good
17.3in
SIZE
14.1in
4.5 lbs
WEIGHT
2.7 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" has very good portability, while the HP 17" Laptop has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.0/10
5.1/10
The HP 17" Laptop has only fair build quality, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$850
$350
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The HP 17" Laptop has a price of $850 and the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" costs $350.
"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."
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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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