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Updated January 12, 2024·
When choosing between the HP 250 G10 and the XPG Xenia 14, consider how you'll use the laptop. If your priority is basic tasks like browsing and document editing and you're budget-conscious, the HP may suit your needs and save you money. However, the XPG Xenia 14, while more expensive, likely offers better performance and may be more suited to intensive tasks like gaming, 3D rendering, or machine learning. If you often work on-the-go, the XPG's higher price might be justified by improved portability and battery life. If these premium features are not critical for your usage, the HP could provide the essentials at a more affordable price. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP 250 G10
- The HP 250 G10 has no clear advantages over the XPG Xenia 14.
Advantages of the XPG Xenia 14
- Good for general use
- Good for software development
- Good for content creation
- Good overall build quality
- Excellent portability
- Very good battery life
- Good speakers
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
6.3
7.3
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.2/10
The XPG Xenia 14 is good for general use, while the HP 250 G10 is only fair.
The HP 250 G10 is fair for general use because it has a basic CPU and lower screen quality with a TN panel and lower resolution, thus it's less suitable for demanding tasks and high-definition content, but it offers a solid 16GB RAM and decent battery life. On the other hand, the XPG Xenia 14 is good for general use due to its more powerful CPU, superior screen with an IPS panel and higher resolution, along with better portability thanks to its lighter weight and longer battery life, although it comes with a higher storage capacity which may contribute to its overall cost.
Engineering and Design
5.8
6.8
3.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The XPG Xenia 14 is only fair for engineering and design, while the HP 250 G10 is poor.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Content Creation
6.2
7.4
3.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The XPG Xenia 14 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
7.2
3.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The XPG Xenia 14 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
6.9
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
The XPG Xenia 14 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 screen may not provide the clarity and vibrance needed for crisp text and images in everyday tasks, detailed engineering work, or dynamic gaming visuals due to its lower resolution and brightness. The XPG Xenia 14 offers a higher resolution and brighter display, enhancing the user experience for general computing and professional design applications where accurate color representation is vital. However, for immersive 3D experiences and gaming, the Xenia 14's screen, while sharp and colorful, falls short by not having a high refresh rate, which is key for fluid motion.
Battery
6.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The HP 250 G10 has 6 hours of battery life. The XPG Xenia 14 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
Excellent
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
3.5 lbs
WEIGHT
2.2 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The XPG Xenia 14 has excellent portability, while the HP 250 G10 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.0
7.2
The XPG Xenia 14 has 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
$800
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The HP 250 G10 has a price of $349 and the XPG Xenia 14 costs $800.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
5.7
6.1
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
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
7.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers XPG Xenia 14 to be only fair for gaming and AI, while the HP 250 G10 is poor.
The HP 250 G10 offers lower-end Intel UHD graphics and a basic TN screen, resulting in lower gaming and 3D performance, while the XPG Xenia 14 includes a more capable Iris Xe GPU with a higher-quality IPS display for improved gaming and 3D capabilities. Both laptops have the same screen refresh rate, but the better GPU and screen quality of the Xenia 14 make it a fair choice for such tasks, as opposed to the HP 250 G10, which is poor in this regard.
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How the HP 250 G10 and the XPG Xenia 14 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| HP 250 G10 | XPG Xenia 14 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$349 | $800 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | October 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 9.3'' x 0.73'' | 12.2'' x 8.5'' x 0.59'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.5 lbs | 2.2 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.17" | 12.2" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.29" | 8.46" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel N200 | Intel i5-1135G7 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 1 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 128 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 10 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 41 Wh | 53 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | TN | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1366 x 768 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 250 nits | 321 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.9/10 | 9.3/10 | |
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 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
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 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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HP 250 G10
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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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Allen Ngo | July 2021
"The Xenia 14 is a top 14-inch laptop under 1 kg. ADATA isn't exactly known for its laptops and so we weren't expecting much from its first 14-inch Ultrabook. With that said, we're pleasantly surprised by how well the Xenia 14 looks and performs. Not only is it incredibly light, but it has a color accurate 16:10 display, high CPU and GPU performance, easy RAM and SSD serviceability, plenty of port options including Thunderbolt 4, and long battery life. It packs a lot of punch and features considering the size and weight to be better than even the LG Gram series."
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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.
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