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Updated January 12, 2024·
The HP Omen 15 is the better choice for intensive tasks such as gaming, 3D work, or machine learning because it has a stronger processor and graphics card. It also boasts a higher quality display with a faster refresh rate, which is important for smooth visuals in games and videos. However, this laptop is heavier, which might make it less convenient to carry around. It typically has a shorter battery life as well, so you'll need to recharge more often or stay close to a power outlet. In contrast, the HP Pavilion 15 is more affordable, lighter, and should have a longer battery life, making it suitable for general use with less demanding applications, although it may struggle with more resource-intensive tasks due to its less powerful hardware. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP Omen 15
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Good for software development
- Good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- Very good battery life
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the HP Pavilion 15
- The HP Pavilion 15 has no clear advantages over the HP Omen 15.
Key differences
General Use
7.9
7.0
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
318.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
3.0 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.2/10
7.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.7/10
The HP Omen 15 and HP Pavilion 15 are both good for general use, though the HP Omen 15 is somewhat better.
The HP Omen 15, with its high-powered AMD Ryzen 7 CPU, ample RAM, superior screen quality, and advanced graphics, is well-suited for general use with better performance in demanding applications, but it's heavier with shorter battery life, impacting portability. In contrast, the HP Pavilion 15 is lighter with longer battery life for greater portability and has sufficient CPU and RAM for basic tasks, though it compromises on screen resolution and graphics, making it less ideal for graphics-intensive activities.
Gaming and AI
7.6
6.0
7.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The HP Omen 15 is good for gaming and AI, while the HP Pavilion 15 is only fair.
The HP Omen 15 is equipped with a powerful Nvidia RTX 3070 GPU and a high-refresh 144Hz screen, making it well-suited for gaming and 3D applications. In contrast, the HP Pavilion 15 employs an integrated Intel UHD Xe G4 graphics and a standard 60Hz screen, which suffice for less demanding tasks but may not handle intensive gaming and 3D work as effectively.
Engineering and Design
7.9
6.2
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.2/10
7.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The HP Omen 15 is good for engineering and design, while the HP Pavilion 15 is only fair.
The HP Omen 15 stands out for engineering and design use with a robust AMD Ryzen 7 CPU and Nvidia RTX GPU, along with a high-quality IPS display, enhancing performance and visual clarity for demanding tasks. In contrast, the HP Pavilion 15 is equipped with a more basic Intel i3 CPU and integrated graphics, coupled with a lower-resolution TN screen, making it less suitable for intensive graphics or computational work.
Content Creation
7.8
7.1
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
The HP Omen 15 and HP Pavilion 15 are both good for content creation, though the HP Omen 15 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.
Software Development
7.6
6.6
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.2/10
The HP Omen 15 is good for software development, while the HP Pavilion 15 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
7.3
5.3
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
318.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
The HP Omen 15 has a better screen than the HP Pavilion 15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The HP Omen 15's screen provides satisfactory resolution and brightness suitable for general tasks and is equipped with adequate color accuracy that benefits engineering and design work. However, its lower refresh rate may not deliver the smooth visuals desired in high-speed gaming or 3D applications. The HP Pavilion 15's screen, offering lower resolution and brightness, falls short for both everyday and professional use, and its restricted color range and slow refresh rate make it less ideal for engineering, design, and especially 3D tasks.
Battery
10.0 Hours
3.0 Hours
The HP Omen 15 has 10 hours of battery life. The HP Pavilion 15 has 3 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
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
5.4 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The HP Pavilion 15 and HP Omen 15 both have good portability, though the HP Pavilion 15 has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.2
6.2
The HP Omen 15 has good build quality, while the HP Pavilion 15 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$993
$600
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The HP Omen 15 has a price of $993 and the HP Pavilion 15 costs $600.
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How the HP Omen 15 and the HP Pavilion 15 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| HP Omen 15 | HP Pavilion 15 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$993 | $600 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | December 1, 2021 | August 1, 2020 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.4'' x 0.9'' | 14.1'' x 9.5'' x 0.71'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.42 lbs | 3.75 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.09" | 14.1" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.44" | 9.53" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 5800H | Intel i3-1115G4 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 10 Hours | 3 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 70.9 Wh | 51 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | TN | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1366 x 768 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 318 nits | 220 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 6.3/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.1/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 8.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 6.3/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.3/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Florian Glaser | January 2021
"We consider around 1,260 Euros (~$1530) for a Ryzen 7 4800H, a GeForce RTX 2060, a 512 GB SSD and 16 GB dual-channel RAM to be a good offer that appeals to price-conscious gamers. Very high details are rarely a problem in the native resolution of 1,920 x 1,080. Buyers will also be spoiled with a top-notch battery life that even beats most other notebook classes. If HP now improves the speed of the WLAN module, the stability of the case and the repeatedly criticized picture quality, the competition will have to dress extra warmly."
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Alex Cox | August 2022
"The HP Pavilion 15 carries a fair amount of power and a sharp display in its handsome slimline shell. It's not perfect, but it's a hard worker. This is wonderfully designed and totes a heck of a lot of desktop power, with the added benefit of a decent webcam and a full-sized keyboard. If you're getting down to business on a budget, it's a great fit."
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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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