The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" offers better performance and a higher quality screen compared to the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15". The Dragonfly has a superior processor, more RAM, and higher screen resolution and brightness, making it more suitable for intensive tasks in engineering and 3D/modeling work. However, this laptop is more expensive than the IdeaPad. The IdeaPad 5, while more affordable and with a larger screen, has less RAM and a lower-performance processor, which makes it more suited for general use and less demanding tasks. It is also slightly heavier, which may affect portability. The IdeaPad has a longer battery life, providing an advantage for extended usage without charging. Both laptops offer similar storage capacity and touchscreens. If you prioritize high performance and screen quality and are okay with a higher price, go for the HP Dragonfly Pro 14". If you prefer a more budget-friendly option with a larger screen and longer battery life, the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" would be the better choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP Dragonfly Pro 14"
Very good for general use
Good for engineering and design
Good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Very good portability
Best in class speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15"
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" has no clear advantages over the HP Dragonfly Pro 14".
Key differences
General Use
8.0/10
7.4/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
405.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
341.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
11.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
8.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" is very good for general use, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" is good.
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" offers superior performance for general use due to its higher RAM, brighter screen, and excellent keyboard, which complement its lightweight design and long battery life, making it very portable and convenient for a wide range of tasks. The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15", while also good for general use, provides a larger screen but comes with less RAM and screen brightness, which, alongside its decent battery life and heavier weight, positions it as a solid option that trades some performance and portability for a potentially lower price.
Engineering and Design
7.6/10
6.7/10
7.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.8/10
3.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" is good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" is only fair.
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" outshines the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" in engineering and design tasks thanks to its more powerful CPU and GPU which are vital for such intensive tasks, plus it possesses double the RAM, ensuring smoother multitasking and rendering. Additionally, the HP Dragonfly has a higher screen quality, which is crucial for detailed design work; however, it's less portable and has slightly louder operating noise which could be a downside for some users.
Content Creation
7.9/10
7.3/10
7.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.8/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" are both good for content creation, though the HP Dragonfly Pro 14" is somewhat better.
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.
Screen Quality
7.1/10
6.5/10
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
405.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
341.0 nits
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The HP Dragonfly Pro's superior panel type and resolution ensure crisp and vibrant visuals, making it suitable for general use and engineering tasks that require accurate color representation. However, its lower refresh rate hampers the gaming and 3D experience where fluid motion is key. Conversely, the Lenovo IdeaPad's adequate resolution and brightness support everyday tasks and some design work, but its screen may not display the full spectrum of colors professionals need, nor offer the smoothness desired by gamers due to a modest refresh rate.
Battery
10.0 Hours
11.0 Hours
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" has 10 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" has 11 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
8.5/10
7.6/10
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" has very good build quality, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,400
$771
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" has a price of $1,400 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" costs $771.
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" both offer moderate gaming and 3D performance due to their respective integrated GPUs that don't match the capability of dedicated high-end gaming GPUs and screen refresh rates capped at 60Hz, limiting the gameplay smoothness and visual responsiveness for fast-paced games. Despite having capable CPUs and decent screen quality, neither is designed specifically for gaming, meaning they lack the specialized features like higher refresh rates or advanced graphics hardware that are crucial for the best gaming or 3D rendering experiences.
Software Development
7.8/10
7.3/10
7.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" are both good for software development.
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.
Portability
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3.4 lbs
WEIGHT
4.0 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers HP Dragonfly Pro 14" to have very good portability, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the HP Dragonfly Pro 14" and the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" compare to other laptops
"I’d say that the HP Dragonfly Pro checks off most of the boxes for this freelancer. It feels nice to use, is zippy and responsive, has great speakers, and even has a relatively sane price. Although it’s an unorthodox choice to pick AMD for this kind of machine, it’s clear that when Ryzen is given a chance to shine, it can kick a lot of butt."
"The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 is convincing due to its long battery life. The device scores points especially with its large battery and long battery runtimes combined with its low consumption. The CPU and GPU perform in the test as one would expect, and in line with what was familiar from the somewhat smaller 14-inch sister model, the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14."
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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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