If budget is a primary concern, the Lenovo V15 could offer essential capabilities for general use, like browsing and productivity applications, at a more affordable price but with limitations for demanding tasks. The HP Omen 15, being a gaming-oriented laptop, will have superior graphics and processing power suitable for gaming, 3D modeling, machine learning, and other intensive engineering applications. It also usually comes with a higher-quality build and potentially better heat management, but this comes at a higher cost and might be heavier or bulkier, which affects portability. Consider the HP Omen 15 if performance is critical to your needs and you're okay with a bulkier machine and higher expense. If you prefer a lighter, more cost-effective option and don't need high-end specifications, the Lenovo V15 may suffice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP Omen 15
Good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Very good battery life
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Lenovo V15
The Lenovo V15 has no clear advantages over the HP Omen 15.
Key differences
General Use
7.9/10
7.3/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
318.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
231.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
7.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
The HP Omen 15 and Lenovo V15 are both good for general use, though the HP Omen 15 is somewhat better.
The HP Omen 15 offers powerful performance for general use with its high-tier CPU and plenty of RAM, enhanced by a quality screen and reasonable battery life, while the Lenovo V15 provides a balance of decent performance and portability in a lighter package with a longer-lasting battery, though with a lower quality screen and somewhat reduced processing power. Both laptops come with ample storage and backlit keyboards, but the Omen's beautiful colors and richer sound contrast with the V15's quieter operation and cooler heat management, catering to different preferences in daily use.
Gaming and AI
7.6/10
6.1/10
7.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
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 Lenovo V15 is only fair.
The HP Omen 15 typically offers a more powerful GPU and a higher screen refresh rate, which are crucial for smooth, high-detail gaming and 3D rendering; these features are better suited for demanding visual tasks compared to the Lenovo V15, which tends to have more modest specifications in these areas, making it less optimal for those purposes. While both have capable CPUs and good screen quality, these aspects are secondary to the superior graphics processing and smoother visual experience provided by the HP Omen 15 for gaming and 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
7.9/10
6.3/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
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 Lenovo V15 is only fair.
The HP Omen 15 is better suited for engineering and design thanks to its high-performance CPU (AMD Ryzen 7), more powerful GPU (Nvidia RTX 3070), and superior screen quality with higher brightness and color coverage, which are critical for intensive tasks and detailed visuals. In contrast, the Lenovo V15, while being more portable and quieter, has a lower-tier CPU (AMD Ryzen 5), integrated graphics, and a screen with lower brightness and color accuracy, making it less optimal for demanding engineering applications and detailed design work.
Content Creation
7.8/10
7.3/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
The HP Omen 15 and Lenovo V15 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.
Screen Quality
7.3/10
5.4/10
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
318.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
231.0 nits
The HP Omen 15 has a better screen than the Lenovo V15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
When choosing a laptop, the screen is a key feature to consider. The HP Omen 15 offers a vibrant display with high resolution and suitable brightness for everyday tasks, making it a strong choice for general use and visual clarity crucial in engineering. However, for gamers and those working with 3D graphics who need smooth motion, the lower refresh rate of the Omen 15 may be disappointing compared to screens tailored for those needs. Conversely, the Lenovo V15's display lacks across the board, with lower resolution and brightness, which might make it dull for any use, and it also doesn't meet the color accuracy desired by engineers or the refresh rate that gamers and 3D professionals look for.
Battery
10.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The HP Omen 15 has 10 hours of battery life. The Lenovo V15 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.
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
5.4 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Lenovo V15 and HP Omen 15 both have good portability, though the Lenovo V15 has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$993
$579
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The HP Omen 15 has a price of $993 and the Lenovo V15 costs $579.
The HP Omen 15 and Lenovo V15 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
7.2/10
6.7/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers HP Omen 15 to have good build quality, while the Lenovo V15 has only fair 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 Omen 15 and the Lenovo V15 compare to other laptops
"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."
"The strengths of the Lenovo V15 G2 AMD lie in its expandability of the RAM and allowing you to use two SSDs, in its performance that goes beyond everyday applications thanks to AMD's hexa-core CPU and Vega-7 iGPU, in its good keyboard, and its relatively robust case. In addition, the battery life of the office laptop is also acceptable, and the device stays cool and relatively quiet."
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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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