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Updated January 12, 2024·
The HP 250 G10 is a budget-friendly option that is more affordable than the Lenovo Legion 7, making it suitable for basic tasks like web browsing, office applications, and light media consumption, with its modest processor, lower resolution display, and integrated graphics. However, the Lenovo Legion 7 packs more power with a high-end processor and a dedicated graphics card, which makes it better suited for gaming, 3D rendering, and intensive engineering software. It also has a higher resolution and faster refresh rate display, enhancing visual work and entertainment. With the Legion 7, you gain performance and features but at a higher price point, and it is heavier, affecting portability. If you require a machine for demanding activities and can invest more, the Legion 7 is a clear choice, but for everyday use without the need for advanced graphics or processing power, the HP 250 G10 will suffice at a lower cost. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP 250 G10
- The HP 250 G10 has no clear advantages over the Lenovo Legion 7.
Advantages of the Lenovo Legion 7
- Good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Good for software development
- Good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good speakers
- Excellent keyboard
Key differences
General Use
6.3
7.9
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
469.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.5 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
7.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Lenovo Legion 7 is good for general use, while the HP 250 G10 is only fair.
The Lenovo Legion 7 outperforms the HP 250 G10 for general use mainly due to the Legion 7's powerful AMD Ryzen 7 CPU and Nvidia RTX GPU which provide sharp performance, coupled with a high-quality screen with greater resolution and color accuracy which enhances the user experience. In contrast, the HP 250 G10, while more portable owing to its lighter weight, falls short with a basic processor and inferior screen quality, although it does have the advantage of less operating noise and better heat management.
Gaming and AI
5.7
7.8
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.4/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Lenovo Legion 7 is good for gaming and AI, while the HP 250 G10 is poor.
The HP 250 G10's poor gaming and 3D performance is due to its basic Intel UHD Graphics GPU and a standard 60Hz screen refresh rate, while the Lenovo Legion 7 excels with its powerful Nvidia RTX 3070 GPU and a high 165Hz screen refresh rate, providing smoother visuals and better handling of demanding graphics. Additionally, the Lenovo's CPU and screen quality are superior, further enhancing its gaming and 3D capabilities.
Engineering and Design
5.8
8.2
3.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo Legion 7 is very good for engineering and design, while the HP 250 G10 is poor.
The Lenovo Legion 7 outshines the HP 250 G10 for engineering and design use due to its superior AMD Ryzen 7 CPU, Nvidia RTX 3070 GPU, and high-resolution IPS display, which are crucial for such tasks, while the HP is equipped with a modest Intel N200 processor and Intel UHD Graphics which are less suitable for demanding applications and offer a lower quality TN display. Additionally, the Lenovo Legion 7 features more RAM and storage options, and although it's heavier and less portable than the HP, its higher-quality keyboard and quieter operating noise enhance the overall user experience for intensive work.
Content Creation
6.2
7.9
3.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo Legion 7 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
7.6
3.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Lenovo Legion 7 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
8.3
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
469.0 nits
The Lenovo Legion 7 has a better screen than the HP 250 G10 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
Choosing the HP 250 G10 may lead to dissatisfaction if you prioritize display quality, as it lacks sharpness, color accuracy, and brightness, making it less ideal for tasks that require precise visuals like engineering, design, or enjoying multimedia content. On the other hand, the Lenovo Legion 7 offers a crisp and vivid display suitable for general use and professional design tasks due to better color representation and higher brightness, but its lower refresh rate might not offer the smoothest experience for fast-paced gaming or creating 3D animations where fluid motion is key. For users who value screen quality for productivity and everyday tasks, the Lenovo is a strong choice, barring gaming and high-motion 3D concerns.
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
3.5 lbs
WEIGHT
5.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The HP 250 G10 and Lenovo Legion 7 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
8.5
The Lenovo Legion 7 has very 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
$1,500
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The HP 250 G10 has a price of $349 and the Lenovo Legion 7 costs $1,500.
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Battery
6.0 Hours
6.5 Hours
The HP 250 G10 has 6 hours of battery life. The Lenovo Legion 7 has 6.5 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.
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How the HP 250 G10 and the Lenovo Legion 7 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| HP 250 G10 | Lenovo Legion 7 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$349 | $1,500 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 9.3'' x 0.73'' | 14'' x 10.3'' x 0.86'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.5 lbs | 5.5 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.17" | 14.01" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.29" | 10.27" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel N200 | AMD Ryzen 7 5800H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 1 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 128 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 6.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 41 Wh | 80 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | TN | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1366 x 768 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 165Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 250 nits | 469 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.9/10 | 7/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8.8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6/10 | 9/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | No | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 3 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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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."
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Andreas Osthoff | September 2022
"The Lenovo Legion 7 is a fast 16-inch gamer with 165 Hz display. The new Lenovo Legion 7 is a very good gaming notebook that, despite its comparatively compact compact 16-inch case, does not have to do without the most powerful components. Thanks to good cooling, no compromises are made in terms of performance. Both the Core i9-12900HX and the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti perform at a very high level."
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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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