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Updated January 12, 2024·
The HP 250 G10 is a budget-friendly choice, ideal if price is your main concern and you need a laptop for basic tasks like web browsing or word processing. However, it has a lower resolution screen and less powerful processor than the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15", which means it might struggle with more demanding tasks. The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" costs more but offers better performance, a higher resolution screen, and can handle intensive tasks like photo editing or multitasking more efficiently. If you prioritize screen quality and performance over cost and only do light computing, then the HP might suit you. If you need a machine that can keep up with more demanding use and appreciate a better display, the Lenovo is a better choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP 250 G10
- The HP 250 G10 has no clear advantages over the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15".
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15"
- Good for general use
- Good for software development
- Good for content creation
- Very good battery life
Key differences
General Use
6.3
7.3
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
7.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" is good for general use, while the HP 250 G10 is only fair.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" is good for general use because it has a more powerful AMD processor and higher screen resolution, yielding better performance and clearer visuals than the HP 250 G10, which is only fair for general use due to its less robust Intel processor and lower resolution screen. Additionally, while the HP comes with more RAM, the Lenovo offers superior portability and longer battery life, making it a preferable choice for users who need to work on the go.
Engineering and Design
5.8
6.6
3.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
12.0 GB
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" is only fair for engineering and design, while the HP 250 G10 is poor.
The HP 250 G10 has a lower-resolution TN screen and an entry-level CPU and GPU, making it less suitable for the demands of engineering and design, where screen quality and processing power are crucial. In contrast, the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" offers a higher-resolution IPS display and a more powerful CPU and integrated GPU, offering better visual fidelity and performance for such tasks.
Content Creation
6.2
7.4
3.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
12.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 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
7.3
3.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
12.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 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
6.4
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" 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 screen likely suffers from low resolution and dimness, making it less suitable for any use where clear visuals are important. For engineering and design tasks, both the HP and Lenovo IdeaPad 1 may lack the necessary color accuracy and range, making them less ideal for color-critical work. In the context of gaming and 3D, the Lenovo's display may not refresh as quickly as desired and both might not have the clarity or vibrancy needed for an immersive experience.
Battery
6.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The HP 250 G10 has 6 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 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.
Cost
$349
$741
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The HP 250 G10 has a price of $349 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" costs $741.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
5.7
6.1
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
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
9.5/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" to be only fair for gaming and AI, while the HP 250 G10 is poor.
The HP 250 G10 may fall short in gaming and 3D tasks due to its basic Intel UHD Graphics, which is less capable of handling demanding visual tasks compared to the more robust AMD Ryzen 7 5700U Vega 8 graphics found in the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15".
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
3.5 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The HP 250 G10 and Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.0
6.0
The HP 250 G10 and Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" both have only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| HP 250 G10 | Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$349 | $741 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | March 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 9.3'' x 0.73'' | 14.2'' x 9.3'' x 0.74'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.5 lbs | 3.57 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.17" | 14.18" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.29" | 9.29" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel N200 | AMD Ryzen 7 5700U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 12 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 1 | 1 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 128 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 10 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 41 Wh | 42 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | TN | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1366 x 768 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 250 nits | 300 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6/10 | 6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.9/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8.8/10 | 9.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | No | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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HP 250 G10
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Nikolay Palaozov | December 2023
"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."
Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15"
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Alex Iliev | April 2023
"The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" is affordable and pretty efficient. At the end of the day, the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 (15″, 2023) is one of the better affordable laptops money can buy right now. It has a decent performance, albeit coming from a CPU that is based on old architecture. Playing low-intensity games is possible but at low to medium settings. We are really happy with the cooling setup, but the main event here is the battery life. We got 9 hours of either Web browsing or video playback, which is a great result. Especially if you compare this device with the ASUS E410."
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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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