The HP 250 G10 has no clear advantages over the HP Envy 17.
Advantages of the HP Envy 17
Good for general use
Good for engineering and design
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Good overall build quality
Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
6.3/10
7.5/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
329.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.0/10
The HP Envy 17 is good for general use, while the HP 250 G10 is only fair.
The HP 250 G10's basic CPU and lower screen quality, with a smaller storage capacity, make it fair for general use, whereas the HP Envy 17's more powerful CPU, higher screen resolution, and larger screen size enhance overall performance and user experience, qualifying it as good for general use. Additionally, the Envy 17's superior battery life, better build quality, and backlit keyboard add to its suitability for more demanding general use tasks compared to the more basic features of the 250 G10.
Gaming and AI
5.7/10
6.4/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The HP Envy 17 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the HP 250 G10 is poor.
The HP 250 G10 has a less capable integrated GPU, Intel UHD Graphics, which is not ideal for gaming and 3D tasks, whereas the HP Envy 17 is equipped with a more powerful Intel Iris Xe GPU, offering better performance for such applications. Both laptops have the same screen refresh rate, but the stronger GPU on the Envy 17 makes it more suitable for fair gaming and 3D experiences.
Engineering and Design
5.8/10
7.4/10
3.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The HP Envy 17 is good for engineering and design, while the HP 250 G10 is poor.
The HP 250 G10 has a lower-end CPU and GPU and a lower-resolution TN screen, making it less suitable for the demanding tasks of engineering and design. In contrast, the HP Envy 17 is equipped with a more powerful CPU and GPU and a higher-resolution IPS screen, enabling it to handle these intensive workloads better.
Content Creation
6.2/10
7.5/10
3.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The HP Envy 17 is good for content creation, while the HP 250 G10 is only fair.
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
6.4/10
7.5/10
3.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The HP Envy 17 is good for software development, while the HP 250 G10 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.
Screen Quality
5.3/10
6.8/10
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
329.0 nits
The HP Envy 17 has a better screen than the HP 250 G10 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The HP 250 G10's display falls short across various activities due to its lower resolution and dim brightness, making it less desirable for any use where screen clarity is key. The HP Envy 17, with its higher resolution and brightness, offers a better visual experience for general use and professional tasks like engineering and design work, where precise color representation and clear imagery are crucial. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the Envy 17's screen may disappoint due to its lower refresh rate, which is less optimal for the fast-paced visuals in these scenarios.
Battery
6.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The HP 250 G10 has 6 hours of battery life. The HP Envy 17 has 8 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
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
3.5 lbs
WEIGHT
5.4 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The HP 250 G10 and HP Envy 17 both have good portability, though the HP 250 G10 has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.0/10
7.2/10
The HP Envy 17 has good build quality, while the HP 250 G10 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$349
$1,000
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The HP 250 G10 has a price of $349 and the HP Envy 17 costs $1,000.
"The HP 250 G10 is a decent budget device that surprises us with its high CPU frequencies under load. Still, our configuration has a Core i5-1335U which doesn’t require significant cooling, if choose a 28W P-series processor, maybe the situation with the clocks could be different. If you want to play some casual game after work, a memory in dual-channel is a must because it increases greatly the iGPU performance."
"In our test, the HP Envy 17-cr0079ng presents itself as a balanced multimedia laptop. Thanks to its solid CPU performance and dedicated entry-level GeForce, it can also be used for playing video games, as long as the demands aren't too high. Those looking for more can find it in the Dell XPS 17 for example."
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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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