If you're looking for a budget-friendly option and primarily engage in basic tasks like web browsing, office applications, or video streaming, the HP 250 G10 could be suitable and easy on the wallet. However, if your work involves more demanding tasks such as 3D rendering, machine learning, or high-end gaming, the Lenovo ThinkPad P16, while more expensive, offers substantially higher performance with its advanced processor and graphics card. It also provides a significantly better display resolution, which is great for creative work that demands accuracy in color and detail. Be aware that with higher performance, the ThinkPad P16 is heavier, which may affect its portability, and it also puts a greater demand on battery life compared to the more energy-efficient HP 250 G10. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP 250 G10
Good portability
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkPad P16
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Very good battery life
Excellent speakers
Excellent keyboard
Key differences
General Use
6.3/10
8.0/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
569.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
7.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
5.8/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 is very good for general use, while the HP 250 G10 is only fair.
The HP 250 G10, with modest storage, a lower-quality TN screen, and lower screen resolution, is less equipped for demanding multitasking and media consumption, which explains its fairness for general use, while its portability and battery life are sufficient for basic tasks. On the other hand, the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 boasts a high-resolution IPS screen, powerful CPU and GPU, and larger battery capacity, making it well-suited for a variety of tasks including intensive applications, although it is heavier and less portable.
Gaming and AI
5.7/10
6.9/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.5/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the HP 250 G10 is poor.
The HP 250 G10 falls short in gaming and 3D tasks due to its basic Intel UHD Graphics, whereas the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 excels with its powerful Nvidia RTX A1000 GPU, designed for such demanding applications. While both have similar screen refresh rates, the ThinkPad P16 also offers a higher resolution and an IPS panel, which significantly enhances screen quality for gaming and professional 3D work compared to the HP's TN panel.
Engineering and Design
5.8/10
8.3/10
3.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 is very good for engineering and design, while the HP 250 G10 is poor.
The HP 250 G10 is less suitable for engineering and design because it has a low-resolution screen, basic Intel UHD Graphics, and an entry-level processor, which are inadequate for the demands of engineering software and detailed design work. The Lenovo ThinkPad P16, on the other hand, offers a high-resolution display, powerful Nvidia RTX A1000 GPU, and a high-end Intel i7 processor, making it well-equipped for the complex tasks and intensive resource requirements of engineering and design applications.
Content Creation
6.2/10
8.2/10
3.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 is very 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
8.4/10
3.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 is very 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
8.2/10
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
569.0 nits
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 has a better screen than the HP 250 G10 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
If you prioritize a clear and vibrant display for tasks like web browsing, document editing, and video streaming, the HP 250 G10 might disappoint with its lackluster resolution and brightness. For engineering and design work, where precise color representation matters, the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 stands out with its superior color gamut coverage, but it's not the best fit for 3D applications or gaming where a high refresh rate is key, and in that respect, both laptops may fall short. While the ThinkPad P16 shines for professional creative work, neither is ideal for fast-paced games or 3D rendering that benefit from smoother motion and quicker screen updates.
Battery
6.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The HP 250 G10 has 6 hours of battery life. The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 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
Poor
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
3.5 lbs
WEIGHT
6.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
1.2in
The HP 250 G10 has good portability, while the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.0/10
8.5/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 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
$1,449
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The HP 250 G10 has a price of $349 and the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 costs $1,449.
"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."
"It's only a few months since we gave the MSI CreatorPro X17 one of our rare 4.5-star ratings and our top mobile workstation honor, but the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 matches that achievement in a more premium overall build. Ultimately, its build quality, screen, and keyboard give our latest Editors' Choice nod to the Lenovo—it's enough of a monster on almost all fronts that it simply cannot be ignored."
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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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