The HP Envy 17 is generally less expensive and offers a larger screen, more solid performance for general use, engineering, and 3D tasks, along with a number pad and better connectivity options. However, it's heavier and less portable. On the other hand, the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga, while more costly, is considerably lighter, has a display with higher resolution and better color accuracy making it great for professional work that requires color precision. It also provides better build quality and heat management but may fall behind in performance for more demanding tasks when compared to the HP Envy 17. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP Envy 17
Good for engineering and design
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga
Good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Excellent portability
Good speakers
Key differences
Engineering and Design
7.4/10
6.7/10
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.9/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The HP Envy 17 is good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga is only fair.
The HP Envy 17, with a larger screen and high-performance CPU is well-suited for engineering and design tasks that can benefit from more screen real estate and computing power, but its larger size can affect portability. In contrast, the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga offers a higher-resolution display and added flexibility as a 2-in-1 convertible, making it ideal for presentations and on-the-go work, albeit with a less powerful CPU.
Screen Quality
6.8/10
7.3/10
17.3in
SIZE
13.5in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
329.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
451.0 nits
The HP Envy 17 has a better screen than the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga for software development, while the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga has a better screen for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
For general use, laptops like the HP Envy 17 and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga offer sharp images and bright displays due to their high resolution and quality panel types, making them suitable for browsing, video streaming, and productivity tasks. Engineers and designers will appreciate these laptops' wide color gamuts, necessary for accurately rendering designs and editing photos. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the refresh rates on these laptops are lower than specialized gaming machines, leading to less smooth visual experiences during fast-paced action or rendering.
Portability
Good
Excellent
17.3in
SIZE
13.5in
5.4 lbs
WEIGHT
2.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.4in
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga has excellent portability, while the HP Envy 17 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.2/10
8.0/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga has very good build quality, while the HP Envy 17 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,000
$725
$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 ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga costs $725.
The HP Envy 17 and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga are both good for general use.
The HP Envy 17 offers a larger screen and higher performance CPU, which makes it suitable for consuming media and multitasking, but it is heavier and thus less portable compared to the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga, which has a smaller, higher resolution screen, excels in portability, and comes with business features like a premium build and extra security options all contributing to its suitability for on-the-go professionals. Both laptops have similar RAM and storage, ensuring smooth operation for general tasks, but the ThinkPad's superior portability and screen quality may appeal more to those who value mobility and display sharpness over screen size and raw processing power.
Gaming and AI
6.4/10
6.0/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
9.1/10
The HP Envy 17 and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The HP Envy 17 and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga are fair for gaming and 3D applications mainly because they both have integrated graphics, which are less capable compared to dedicated gaming GPUs, and standard 60Hz refresh rate screens, which are not optimal for fast-paced games that benefit from higher refresh rates. The HP has a larger screen with a basic full HD resolution, while the Lenovo offers a sharper screen with higher resolution, but in a smaller size, both having good screen quality but not exceptional for gaming where high refresh rates and quick response times are key.
Content Creation
7.5/10
7.3/10
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The HP Envy 17 and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga 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
7.5/10
7.3/10
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The HP Envy 17 and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga 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.
Battery
8.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The HP Envy 17 has 8 hours of battery life. The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga 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.
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How the HP Envy 17 and the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga compare to other laptops
"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."
"The ThinkPad X1 Titanium is a showcase of what Lenovo thinks business computing will look like in the near future. People want thinner, lighter laptops with high-quality screens and enough computing power to get their work done. The X1 Titanium achieves these goals with some controversial but innovative design choices, including a redesigned keyboard and a pared-down port selection."
Get a great deal on the HP Envy 17 or the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga
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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