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Updated January 12, 2024·
If you are on a tight budget, the HP 250 G10 is a cost-effective option that will handle basic tasks like web browsing, productivity applications, and video streaming. However, if you need more power for tasks such as heavy multitasking, 3D rendering, machine learning, or gaming, then the Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 would be a better choice despite its higher price. With its premium features like a high-resolution OLED screen and stronger processing capabilities, it is more suitable for demanding applications. Keep in mind that the Lenovo also weighs more, which could affect portability, and its battery life may vary depending on usage patterns. If portability and price are your primary concerns, and you do less intensive tasks, the HP might suffice, but for better overall performance and display quality, consider investing in the Lenovo. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP 250 G10
- The HP 250 G10 has no clear advantages over the Lenovo ThinkPad Z16.
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkPad Z16
- 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
- Best in class speakers
- Excellent keyboard
Key differences
General Use
6.3
8.6
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
393.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
7.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 is very good for general use, while the HP 250 G10 is only fair.
The Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 outshines the HP 250 G10 for general use mainly due to its more powerful CPU and double the amount of RAM, which leads to smoother multitasking and better overall performance. Additionally, the ThinkPad Z16 boasts a higher-resolution OLED screen for crisper visuals, it's more portable despite being slightly heavier, and it offers longer battery life, making it better suited for use on the go and for extended periods without charging.
Gaming and AI
5.7
6.7
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.6/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the HP 250 G10 is poor.
The HP 250 G10 has an Intel UHD Graphics chip which provides much lower graphic performance compared to the AMD RX 6500M in the Lenovo ThinkPad Z16, impacting gaming and 3D applications significantly. Additionally, the Lenovo's OLED display offers higher resolution and better screen quality, which further enhances gaming and 3D experiences, unlike the HP's standard TN panel.
Engineering and Design
5.8
8.4
3.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 is very good for engineering and design, while the HP 250 G10 is poor.
The HP 250 G10, with its basic Intel processor and integrated graphics, is less powerful than the Lenovo ThinkPad Z16, which boasts a robust AMD Ryzen processor and dedicated AMD graphics, making it better equipped for engineering and design tasks that require more computational strength and rendering capabilities. Additionally, the ThinkPad Z16's superior OLED screen with higher resolution and color accuracy far exceeds the HP's TN panel, providing sharper visuals crucial for precise design work.
Content Creation
6.2
8.5
3.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 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
8.2
3.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 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
8.5
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
393.0 nits
The Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 has a better screen than the HP 250 G10 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, the vibrant colors and sharp images offered by the Lenovo ThinkPad Z16's high-resolution and bright screen make it a superior choice over the HP 250 G10's duller display. When it comes to engineering and design, the ThinkPad Z16's ability to accurately represent a wide range of colors is crucial for professionals who require precision, unlike the HP 250 G10 which offers a limited color range. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the higher refresh rate is vital for smooth motion, which the ThinkPad Z16 lacks, making both laptops less ideal for this purpose compared to options with faster screen refresh rates.
Build Quality
6.0
8.0
The Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 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
$1,120
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The HP 250 G10 has a price of $349 and the Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 costs $1,120.
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Key similarities
Battery
6.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The HP 250 G10 has 6 hours of battery life. The Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 has 7 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
Good
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
3.5 lbs
WEIGHT
4.2 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 and HP 250 G10 both have good portability.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| HP 250 G10 | Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$349 | $1,120 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 9.3'' x 0.73'' | 14'' x 9.4'' x 0.62'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.5 lbs | 4.27 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.17" | 13.95" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.29" | 9.35" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel N200 | AMD Ryzen 7 6850H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 1 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 128 GB | 2048 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 7 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 41 Wh | 72 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | TN | OLED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1366 x 768 | 3840 x 2400 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 250 nits | 393 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6/10 | 8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.9/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | Yes | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8.8/10 | 8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6/10 | 9/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 9.6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | No | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 0 | |
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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Matthew S. Smith | September 2022
"Lenovo’s ThinkPad Z16 tries has some success in its effort to tweak the ThinkPad formula. The laptop is attractive, yet still tame, and material quality is on par with the best Windows competition. I also like the smooth, responsive haptic touchpad and the wide range of modern connectivity. Yet the Z16 doesn’t fix ThinkPad’s typical weakness: value. Starting around $1,550, and more typically near $1,700, the Z16 finds itself facing alternatives that have better performance or an improved display for the same price, or less."
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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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