If you are looking for a laptop that's more budget-friendly and can handle everyday tasks, the HP 250 G10 might be suitable for you. However, if you prioritize a more robust build, better performance for demanding applications, and a generally higher quality user experience that could be beneficial for business or engineering work, the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 is the stronger option. The ThinkPad typically offers superior portability and battery life compared to the HP, making it a better choice for those who work on the go. Keep in mind that these enhancements in the Lenovo come with a higher price tag. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP 250 G10
The HP 250 G10 has no clear advantages over the Lenovo ThinkPad X13.
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkPad X13
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall build quality
Very good portability
Good speakers
Excellent keyboard
Key differences
General Use
6.3/10
8.4/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.5 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
7.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.9/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 is very good for general use, while the HP 250 G10 is only fair.
The HP 250 G10 offers basic computing with adequate processing power and memory for everyday tasks, but its screen quality, battery life, and portability fall short compared to the Lenovo ThinkPad X13, which excels in these areas, ensuring smoother performance and a better user experience for on-the-go use and longer working sessions without needing a charge. The ThinkPad also benefits from superior keyboard and build quality, making it a more robust choice for frequent travelers or users who need a reliable machine for work.
Gaming and AI
5.7/10
6.7/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.0/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
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 ThinkPad X13 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the HP 250 G10 is poor.
The HP 250 G10 offers a decent GPU and screen refresh rate suitable for casual gaming and 3D applications, but its CPU and screen quality may limit performance and visual fidelity. The Lenovo ThinkPad X13, while also providing an adequate GPU for lighter gaming and 3D usage, has a superior CPU and screen quality that enhances overall experience but may still fall short for demanding graphics tasks.
Engineering and Design
5.8/10
8.0/10
3.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 is very good for engineering and design, while the HP 250 G10 is poor.
The HP 250 G10, while capable of handling basic engineering tasks, may fall short with its CPU, RAM, and GPU compared to the Lenovo ThinkPad X13, which offers superior performance crucial for demanding engineering software. Additionally, the ThinkPad's higher screen quality enhances detailed work, yet both maintain decent portability with the ThinkPad having a slight edge in keyboard feel and quieter operation, making it more suited to longer and more complex engineering and design projects.
Content Creation
6.2/10
8.2/10
3.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 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
8.1/10
3.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 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
6.9/10
15.6in
SIZE
13.3in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 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 has a screen that lacks vividness and sharpness due to lower resolution and brightness, which is less suitable for tasks requiring visual clarity such as general browsing and document editing. For engineering and design, its limited color coverage doesn't render the precise hues required for professional graphic work, while for gaming and 3D, the screen's slow refresh rate leads to less fluid motion and poorer gaming experience. In contrast, the Lenovo ThinkPad X13's higher resolution and brightness offer clear and crisp imagery for everyday tasks and its color accuracy benefits engineering and design, although its refresh rate still falls short for optimal gaming and 3D rendering.
Battery
6.0 Hours
8.5 Hours
The HP 250 G10 has 6 hours of battery life. The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 has 8.5 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.
Portability
Good
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
13.3in
3.5 lbs
WEIGHT
2.8 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 has very good portability, while the HP 250 G10 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.0/10
8.5/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 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
$1,241
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The HP 250 G10 has a price of $349 and the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 costs $1,241.
"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 ThinkPad X13 G4 has very good input devices, a wide array of security features and ports as well as 5G in the tested configuration. It is more compact and lightweight compared with its predecessor, and it has improved speakers and a slightly better webcam. On the other hand, the fan is more annoying and the performance is barely improved. The battery is worse as well, but this is primarily attributable to the OLED screen - if this aspect is important, buyers should choose the IPS Low Power LCD."
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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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