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Updated January 10, 2024·
The HP Envy 17 offers a larger screen, higher RAM, and includes features typically suited for those needing higher performance for tasks like engineering applications, but it is heavier and more expensive than the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15", which offers longer battery life and greater portability at a budget-friendly price. The IdeaPad, with its AMD processor and graphics, also has a white backlit keyboard and a higher portability score, making it a better choice for general use and frequent travelers. However, for intensive tasks and better multitasking, the HP's additional RAM and high-performance Intel processor may be more beneficial. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP Envy 17
- Good for engineering and design
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15"
- Very good battery life
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Engineering and Design
7.4
6.7
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.8/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The HP Envy 17 is good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" is only fair.
The HP Envy 17 offers superior CPU, RAM, and GPU capabilities, and a larger, higher-quality screen, which align with the key requirements for engineering and design tasks, whereas the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15", though somewhat portable and fair in keyboard and speaker quality, falls short in these crucial areas. Despite both laptops being sufficient in operating noise, the HP's advantages in performance and screen quality are crucial for complex tasks and viewing detailed designs, making it a better fit for such professional use.
Screen Quality
6.8
6.5
17.3in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
329.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
341.0 nits
The HP Envy 17 has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" for general use, and engineering and design.
The HP Envy 17 offers superior resolution and brightness, which enhance the viewing and working experience for general use and engineering tasks, but its limited refresh rate is a drawback for gaming and 3D applications where fluid motion is crucial. While the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" provides adequate resolution and brightness for everyday tasks and some design work, its screen may fall short for professionals who require extensive color accuracy due to mediocre coverage of professional color gamuts. Lastly, both laptops have screens with poor refresh rates, making them less suitable for gaming or working with 3D graphics, where smoother visual transitions are necessary to avoid motion blur and provide a more immersive experience.
Battery
8.0 Hours
11.0 Hours
The HP Envy 17 has 8 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.
Portability
Good
Good
17.3in
SIZE
15.6in
5.4 lbs
WEIGHT
4.0 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" and HP Envy 17 both have good portability, though the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,000
$690
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The HP Envy 17 has a price of $1,000 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" costs $690.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.5
7.4
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
329.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
341.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
11.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The HP Envy 17 and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" are both good for general use.
The HP Envy 17 is well-suited for general use with a powerful CPU, ample RAM, and a good quality, large screen, which enhances multitasking and media enjoyment, but it's less portable and has shorter battery life than some alternatives. On the other hand, the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" offers good CPU performance and sufficient RAM for common tasks, a qualitative screen for general use, better portability owing to its lighter weight and longer battery life, but it might struggle with more demanding multitasking due to less RAM.
Gaming and AI
6.4
6.2
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The HP Envy 17 and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The HP Envy 17 and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" are fair for gaming and 3D because both have integrated graphics that are not as powerful as dedicated gaming GPUs and standard screen refresh rates of 60Hz which are lower than what is preferred for high-speed gaming. Additionally, their CPUs and screen qualities are good but don't compensate for the GPU and refresh rate limitations commonly sought after in dedicated gaming laptops.
Content Creation
7.5
7.3
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The HP Envy 17 and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" are both good for content creation.
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
7.5
7.3
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The HP Envy 17 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.
Build Quality
7.2
7.6
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" and HP Envy 17 both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the HP Envy 17 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| HP Envy 17 | Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,000 | $690 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | August 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.7'' x 10.2'' x 0.77'' | 14'' x 9.2'' x 0.67'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.49 lbs | 4.08 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.68" | 14.01" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.2" | 9.18" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13700H | AMD Ryzen 7 5825U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 11 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 55 Wh | 57 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 17.3" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 329 nits | 341 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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HP Envy 17
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Marcus Schwarten | April 2023
"In our test, the HP Envy 17-cr0079ng presents itself as a balanced multimedia laptop. Thanks to its solid CPU performance and dedicated entry-level GeForce, it can also be used for playing video games, as long as the demands aren't too high. Those looking for more can find it in the Dell XPS 17 for example."
Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15"
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Marcus Schwarten | August 2021
"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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