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Updated January 12, 2024·
The HP 250 G10 will cost you less but comes with modest performance suitable for basic tasks, a lower-resolution screen, and an overall simpler design than the Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio. If cost is a primary concern and your usage includes tasks like web browsing, document editing, and media consumption, the HP could be a sensible choice. On the other hand, the Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio offers a higher-resolution display, more powerful processing capabilities for intensive tasks such as 3D rendering or advanced computational tasks, superior graphics for gaming or creative work, and a flexible hinge that allows it to double as a drawing tablet. It also has a more premium build but comes at a higher price. If you are a professional or enthusiast seeking a higher performance laptop that can support a variety of demanding applications and also value versatility in usage modes, the Surface Laptop Studio may be worth the investment. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP 250 G10
- The HP 250 G10 has no clear advantages over the Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio.
Advantages of the Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio
- Good for general use
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for software development
- Good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good speakers
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
6.3
7.4
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2400 x 1600
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
491.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio is good for general use, while the HP 250 G10 is only fair.
The HP 250 G10 is seen as fair for general use due to its basic CPU and screen quality, offering a longer battery life and is lighter, which enhances portability, but falls short in performance and display compared to the Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio, which has a higher-end CPU, better GPU, and superior screen quality making it good for general use despite being less portable with a shorter battery life.
Gaming and AI
5.7
6.6
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.9/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2400 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.7/10
The Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio is only fair for gaming and AI, while the HP 250 G10 is poor.
The HP 250 G10 is not suited for gaming and 3D because it has an entry-level integrated GPU and a basic screen with a standard refresh rate, contrasted with the Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio which includes a dedicated gaming-grade GPU and a screen with a higher refresh rate, enhancing the gaming and 3D experience.
Engineering and Design
5.8
7.3
3.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio is good for engineering and design, while the HP 250 G10 is poor.
The Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio is better for engineering and design due to its high-resolution IPS display, powerful i7 processor, and dedicated Nvidia RTX 3050 Ti GPU, offering strong graphics performance and screen quality which are very important for such tasks. In contrast, the HP 250 G10, with its lower-resolution TN screen, less powerful Intel N200 processor, integrated graphics, and unsuitable screen quality, falls short for demanding engineering and design applications.
Content Creation
6.2
7.4
3.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2400 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 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
5.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2400 x 1600
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 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
8.0
15.6in
SIZE
14.4in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2400 x 1600
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
491.0 nits
The Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 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 lower resolution and dim display affect daily tasks, causing strain and reduced clarity, and in engineering, limited color accuracy affects precision work. The Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio's high-resolution display with vivid colors benefits both casual and professional design use, with a wide color gamut enhancing detailed projects. However, despite its resolution and color capabilities, lacking a high refresh rate makes the Surface less suitable for fluid 3D rendering and fast-paced gaming where smooth motion is key.
Battery
6.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The HP 250 G10 has 6 hours of battery life. The Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio has 8 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.
Build Quality
6.0
8.5
The Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 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
$1,700
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The HP 250 G10 has a price of $349 and the Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio costs $1,700.
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Key similarities
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.4in
3.5 lbs
WEIGHT
4.0 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The HP 250 G10 and Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio both have good portability.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| HP 250 G10 | Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$349 | $1,700 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | September 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 9.3'' x 0.73'' | 12.7'' x 9'' x 0.75'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.5 lbs | 4 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.17" | 12.72" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.29" | 8.98" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel N200 | Intel i7-11370H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 1 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 128 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 41 Wh | 58 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 14.4" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | TN | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1366 x 768 | 2400 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 120Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 250 nits | 491 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6/10 | 8.5/10 | |
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 | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8.8/10 | 6.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
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 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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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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Tom Brant | October 2021
"There’s no doubt that the Surface Laptop Studio is groundbreaking. We’ve come to expect such things from the Surface lineup, so it’s always nice to see a product that exceeds our expectations. The pull-forward laptop-screen concept has been tried before, but never in a device that’s so stylish and packed with innovative features like a haptic touchpad and robust digital stylus support."
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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 Microsoft
Microsoft is an American technology corporation. Microsoft is best known for their Windows operating system and Surface laptop series. The Surface Laptop is their standard notebook offering, while their Surface Go, Surface Pro, and Surface Studio are their 2-in-1/tablet offerings in order of increasing capability. Although Microsoft charges a premium price tag for their laptops, buyers can expect a well integrated and packaged device since Microsoft develops the Windows operating system.
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