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Updated January 10, 2024·
The HP Envy 17 offers a large screen, good for productivity and media consumption, but its larger size and weight reduce portability. The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro, with its high-resolution display and powerful graphics card, is better suited for creative tasks and casual gaming. It also boasts longer battery life and higher portability, with sleeker design and lighter weight. Both are similarly priced and perform well for general use; if mobility and battery life are a priority, go for the IdeaPad, but if a larger screen and touch capability is preferred, the Envy might be the better option. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP Envy 17
- The HP Envy 17 has no clear advantages over the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro.
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro
- Good overall display quality
- Very good battery life
- Good speakers
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.8
7.8
17.3in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
329.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
409.0 nits
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro has a better screen than the HP Envy 17 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The HP Envy 17 and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro both provide sharp images and vibrant colors due to their high resolution and bright displays, which is desirable for general tasks like web browsing and video streaming. For engineering and design, both models offer wide color gamuts, ensuring that professionals who work with visual content like photos and designs can enjoy accurate color reproduction. However, for gaming and 3D applications where the action is fast-paced, the lower refresh rates on these laptops may lead to less smooth visuals, which can be a disadvantage for users who prioritize gaming performance.
Battery
8.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The HP Envy 17 has 8 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 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
Good
17.3in
SIZE
16.0in
5.4 lbs
WEIGHT
4.3 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro and HP Envy 17 both have good portability, though the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,000
$860
$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 Pro costs $860.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.5
7.5
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
329.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
409.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro and HP Envy 17 are both good for general use.
The HP Envy 17 offers a larger screen with touch capability, a solid CPU and RAM for smooth general use, but its larger size and heavier weight affect portability and it has a shorter battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro, on the other hand, has a higher screen resolution and refresh rate which might make it more appealing for media consumption, it's lighter making it more portable, and it boasts longer battery life, all while also having a capable CPU and sufficient RAM for everyday tasks.
Gaming and AI
6.4
6.5
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.3/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro and HP Envy 17 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The HP Envy 17 has a dedicated GPU and a decent screen refresh rate suited for moderate gaming and 3D tasks, but it may not match higher-end gaming laptops. The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro also offers a capable GPU and good screen quality, but for serious gamers or professionals working with intensive 3D applications, both laptops might lag behind specialized gaming or workstation counterparts.
Engineering and Design
7.4
7.2
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The HP Envy 17 and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro are both good for engineering and design.
The HP Envy 17's Intel i7 processor and integrated Iris Xe graphics are well-suited for engineering tasks but the non-dedicated GPU may limit complex design work, while its 17.3-inch display provides ample workspace but decreases portability. In contrast, the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro features an AMD Ryzen processor and an Nvidia RTX 3050 dedicated GPU, better handling engineering software and design applications, and its higher-resolution 16-inch screen offers superior clarity and color accuracy but at a lighter weight, compromising on battery capacity and screen size for increased portability.
Content Creation
7.5
7.5
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The HP Envy 17 and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 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
7.4
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The HP Envy 17 and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 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 Pro 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 Pro compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| HP Envy 17 | Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,000 | $860 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.7'' x 10.2'' x 0.77'' | 14'' x 9.9'' x 0.67'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.49 lbs | 4.3 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.68" | 14.02" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.2" | 9.88" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13700H | AMD Ryzen 5 6600HS | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 10 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 55 Wh | 75 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 17.3" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 120Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 329 nits | 409 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7/10 | 7.7/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
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 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 2 | |
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 Pro
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Florian Glaser | September 2022
"The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro turns out a successful all-rounder that, aside from 3D applications, always strikes a good or very good figure. This begins with the elegant metal case that isn't particularly light but fairly robust, giving a high-quality impression. The input devices are also better than those of many competitors. Both the keyboard and the touchpad are attractive and comfortable. In addition, the performance of the Ryzen 5 6600HS is easily able to keep up with the Intel competitors."
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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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