The HP 250 G10 is designed as a budget-friendly option, offering basic performance with an entry-level processor and integrated graphics, suitable for general use like web browsing, office applications, and video streaming. It's lighter, which enhances portability, but it has a lower-resolution display which is not ideal for high-quality media consumption or detailed work. On the other hand, the HP Omen 15 is priced higher due to its powerful processor and dedicated gaming-class graphics card, making it much better suited for gaming, 3D rendering, and heavy multitasking. The Omen also features a higher-resolution display and a faster refresh rate, beneficial for immersive gaming and smooth visuals. However, it's heavier and may not be as convenient to carry around. If cost is a primary concern and your tasks are basic, the HP 250 G10 will suffice. If you need superior performance for demanding tasks and are willing to invest more, go for the HP Omen 15. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP 250 G10
The HP 250 G10 has no clear advantages over the HP Omen 15.
Advantages of the HP Omen 15
Good for general use
Good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Very good battery life
Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
6.3/10
7.9/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
318.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
7.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.0/10
The HP Omen 15 is good for general use, while the HP 250 G10 is only fair.
The HP 250 G10 is fair for general use due to its basic CPU and RAM, lower-quality TN screen, modest battery, and lighter weight which aids portability, but its smaller storage capacity and lower screen resolution are less ideal for intensive tasks. In contrast, the HP Omen 15 is good for general use with a more powerful CPU, ample RAM, high-quality IPS screen, better battery life, but it's less portable due to its heavier weight, while its greater storage and heat management make it better suited for more demanding applications.
Gaming and AI
5.7/10
7.6/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.8/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The HP Omen 15 is good for gaming and AI, while the HP 250 G10 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
5.8/10
7.9/10
3.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The HP Omen 15 is good for engineering and design, while the HP 250 G10 is poor.
The HP 250 G10 falls short for engineering and design due to its basic Intel N200 CPU and Intel UHD Graphics, which are subpar for demanding applications and graphic-intensive tasks, along with a low-resolution TN display that provides inferior color accuracy and viewing angles.
Content Creation
6.2/10
7.8/10
3.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The HP Omen 15 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
7.6/10
3.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The HP Omen 15 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
7.3/10
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
318.0 nits
The HP Omen 15 has a better screen than the HP 250 G10 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
If a laptop like the HP 250 G10 has a screen with low resolution, limited brightness, and an inferior panel type, it will result in a less vibrant and sharp display, making it less suitable across general use and specialized tasks, including engineering and gaming. For professionals in engineering and design, where color precision is paramount, the HP Omen 15's screen which likely covers a wider range of color gamuts will provide a more accurate and satisfying visual experience. However, for gaming and 3D applications that demand fluid motion, the Omen's lower refresh rate might not be as satisfying, despite its suitable resolution and panel type.
Battery
6.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The HP 250 G10 has 6 hours of battery life. The HP Omen 15 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
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
3.5 lbs
WEIGHT
5.4 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The HP 250 G10 and HP Omen 15 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 Omen 15 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
$995
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The HP 250 G10 has a price of $349 and the HP Omen 15 costs $995.
"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."
"We consider around 1,260 Euros (~$1530) for a Ryzen 7 4800H, a GeForce RTX 2060, a 512 GB SSD and 16 GB dual-channel RAM to be a good offer that appeals to price-conscious gamers. Very high details are rarely a problem in the native resolution of 1,920 x 1,080. Buyers will also be spoiled with a top-notch battery life that even beats most other notebook classes. If HP now improves the speed of the WLAN module, the stability of the case and the repeatedly criticized picture quality, the competition will have to dress extra warmly."
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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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