The HP 17" Laptop offers a larger screen and better value for general use, with a lower price point and adequate performance for everyday tasks. Its 17.3-inch display is ideal for those who prefer more screen real estate and don't require the highest pixel density. It's also a good choice for users who need a number pad on their keyboard and prioritize battery life and a variety of ports, including USB-C and HDMI.
On the other hand, the Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge 14 is a premium device with a high-resolution OLED touchscreen that delivers vibrant colors and deep blacks, making it exceptional for media consumption and creative work that benefits from a superior display. Its compact and lightweight design, along with S Pen support, offers versatility for those who need a portable device that can also function as a tablet. The Snapdragon processor provides decent performance and excellent efficiency, contributing to its outstanding battery life. It's suited for users who are always on the move and require a high-quality, portable machine with a top-tier screen.
Consider the HP if you're looking for a cost-effective, traditional laptop experience with a focus on screen size and general productivity. Opt for the Samsung if you value portability, a stellar display, and the flexibility of a 2-in-1 form factor, and you're willing to pay a premium for these features. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP 17" Laptop
The HP 17" Laptop has no clear advantages over the Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge 14.
Advantages of the Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge 14
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Excellent portability
Very good battery life
Very good speakers
Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.3/10
7.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
287.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
400.0 nits
5.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.3/10
The Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge 14 and HP 17" Laptop are both good for general use, though the Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge 14 is somewhat better.
PerfectRec’s General Use Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for general productivity, web browsing, streaming, video calls, and running a wide variety of apps and programs.
Engineering and Design
6.8/10
8.0/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.3/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge 14 is very good for engineering and design, while the HP 17" Laptop is only fair.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Content Creation
7.2/10
8.0/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.3/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge 14 is very good for content creation, while the HP 17" Laptop is good.
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
7.9/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge 14 and HP 17" Laptop are both good for software development, though the Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge 14 is somewhat better.
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
8.7/10
17.3in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
287.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
400.0 nits
The Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge 14 has a better screen than the HP 17" Laptop for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
PerfectRec’s screen quality scores take into account various important factors that are relevant for different use cases.
Battery
5.5 Hours
10.0 Hours
The HP 17" Laptop has 5.5 hours of battery life. The Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge 14 has 10 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
Excellent
17.3in
SIZE
14.0in
4.5 lbs
WEIGHT
2.5 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.4in
The Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge 14 has excellent portability, while the HP 17" Laptop has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.0/10
7.6/10
The Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge 14 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
$1,350
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The HP 17" Laptop has a price of $850 and the Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge 14 costs $1,350.
The Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge 14 and HP 17" Laptop are both only fair for gaming and AI.
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.
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How the HP 17" Laptop and the Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge 14 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."
Get a great deal on the HP 17" Laptop or the Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge 14
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 Samsung
Samsung Electronics is one of the largest technology corporation by revenue. Based in South Korea, they are very well known for their wide range of phones, tablets, TVs and appliances. Their main line of laptops is the Galaxy Book series, launched in 2017. This range includes 2-in-1 convertible devices and standard notebooks, with a focus on portability and value for money.
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