If you're looking for budget-friendliness and don't need advanced features, the HP 250 G10 can be a suitable choice, especially for general use. In contrast, the Lenovo Flex 5 16 typically costs more because it offers greater versatility and performance, including a convertible design for tablet use, a larger screen, and probably better specifications for demanding tasks like 3D work, machine learning, or gaming. If you need your laptop for more intensive tasks, the investment in the Lenovo Flex 5 might well be justified due to its enhanced capabilities. However, if you require longer battery life and easier transport, you might favor the HP 250 G10 for its potential advantages in these areas. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP 250 G10
The HP 250 G10 has no clear advantages over the Lenovo Flex 5 16.
Advantages of the Lenovo Flex 5 16
Good for general use
Good for engineering and design
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Very good battery life
Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
6.3/10
7.6/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
400.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
11.5 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.4/10
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 is good for general use, while the HP 250 G10 is only fair.
The HP 250 G10 has a basic processor and a lower resolution, non-IPS screen which impacts screen quality, but offers a lighter weight and excellent heat management for general use. The Lenovo Flex 5 16, on the other hand, boasts a more powerful processor, high-resolution IPS touchscreen, and longer battery life, enhancing both performance and screen quality for a variety of tasks, albeit at a slightly heavier weight.
Gaming and AI
5.7/10
6.2/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the HP 250 G10 is poor.
The HP 250 G10 is equipped with Intel UHD Graphics which are less powerful compared to the Lenovo Flex 5 16's Intel Iris Xe Graphics, resulting in lower gaming and 3D performance for the HP laptop. Additionally, while both laptops have similar screen refresh rates, the Lenovo has a higher quality IPS display with better resolution, contributing to a fairer experience for gaming and 3D tasks compared to the HP's lower-grade TN panel.
Engineering and Design
5.8/10
7.2/10
3.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 is good for engineering and design, while the HP 250 G10 is poor.
The HP 250 G10 has modest processing capabilities with lower-grade CPU and GPU, which limit performance for engineering software that usually requires higher computing strength, and the lower resolution, non-IPS screen hampers detailed visual work.
Content Creation
6.2/10
7.6/10
3.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 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
6.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 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
16.0in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
400.0 nits
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 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 inferior display might disappoint during casual browsing and media consumption due to lackluster resolution and brightness, making it less ideal for tasks where clarity and vibrancy are key. For engineering and design, the Lenovo Flex 5 16's higher-quality screen with better color reproduction enhances the precision and detail needed for professional work, whereas the HP's poor color gamut could result in less accurate color representation. When it comes to gaming and 3D work, the Lenovo's good screen quality falls short due to a lower refresh rate, which is crucial for smooth motion and responsiveness, a feature where the HP's display limitations also become apparent.
Battery
6.0 Hours
11.5 Hours
The HP 250 G10 has 6 hours of battery life. The Lenovo Flex 5 16 has 11.5 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.
Build Quality
6.0/10
7.0/10
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 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
$740
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The HP 250 G10 has a price of $349 and the Lenovo Flex 5 16 costs $740.
"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."
"The Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 is a solidly equipped, 2-in-1 in the lower price segment. Performance is definitely sufficient for everyday tasks and in tests the battery proved itself to be very economical. That aside, there is a lot of standard fare on show and a search for real highlights ends in vain. The low color coverage and reflective display can be avoided by going for an optional 2.5K display but this also presumably results in poorer battery life. The cooling uses only one fan and leads to a raised temperature on one side of the device under load. Additionally, there is very loud fan noise, also under load or when gaming. On top of that, we also occasionally noticed electronic noises."
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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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