The HP Omen Transcend 14 is likely to offer superior performance for tasks like gaming or engineering software, but at a higher cost and possibly heavier weight, affecting portability. In contrast, the Lenovo Flex 5 16 could be more budget-friendly with sufficient capabilities for general use and the added flexibility of a 2-in-1 design, which could be less suited for intensive tasks. Consider the premium for performance and gaming features against the savings and versatility of a convertible laptop. Choose based on whether performance or cost and flexibility is your priority. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP Omen Transcend 14
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Lenovo Flex 5 16
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 has no clear advantages over the HP Omen Transcend 14.
Key differences
General Use
8.2/10
7.6/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
400.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
400.0 nits
11.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
11.5 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.4/10
The HP Omen Transcend 14 is very good for general use, while the Lenovo Flex 5 16 is good.
The HP Omen Transcend 14, with its powerful CPU and ample RAM, excels in handling demanding tasks and its high-quality screen offers crisp visuals, making it ideal for intensive uses; however, it might be less portable and have shorter battery life. On the other hand, the Lenovo Flex 5 16 also provides solid performance for everyday tasks with decent screen quality, and while it may trade off a bit of speed, it compensates with better portability and longer battery life.
Gaming and AI
7.9/10
6.2/10
7.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The HP Omen Transcend 14 is good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo Flex 5 16 is only fair.
The HP Omen Transcend 14, with a superior graphics card and a higher screen refresh rate, provides a smoother and more immersive gaming and 3D experience, which is essential for those types of applications. Meanwhile, the Lenovo Flex 5 16, while still capable, has a less powerful GPU and lower screen refresh rate, making it less optimal for intense gaming or 3D applications, but could still handle general use and less demanding tasks effectively.
Engineering and Design
8.5/10
7.2/10
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
7.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The HP Omen Transcend 14 is very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo Flex 5 16 is good.
The HP Omen Transcend 14 is equipped with a high-end CPU, substantial RAM, and a powerful GPU, making it highly suitable for demanding engineering software, while its screen quality ensures crisp and accurate visuals for design tasks. Although the Lenovo Flex 5 16 also handles engineering applications well and its screen is good for design, its graphics capabilities, while solid, are a step below the Omen, and it offers greater portability and a more flexible form factor which could be advantageous for those who prioritize a balance between performance and the need to work on the go.
Content Creation
8.3/10
7.6/10
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The HP Omen Transcend 14 is very good for content creation, while the Lenovo Flex 5 16 is good.
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
8.1/10
7.5/10
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The HP Omen Transcend 14 is very good for software development, while the Lenovo Flex 5 16 is good.
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
8.6/10
7.3/10
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
400.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
400.0 nits
The HP Omen Transcend 14 has a better screen than the Lenovo Flex 5 16 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
Choose the HP Omen Transcend 14 if you prioritize a high-resolution display with vibrant colors for tasks like photo editing or CAD work, as it offers superior color accuracy and brightness. The Lenovo Flex 5 16, while slightly less impressive in color representation, still provides a clear and bright display that's adequate for everyday tasks and professional design work. However, for gaming or 3D modeling, where fast screen refresh rates are crucial to keep up with rapid movements, both laptops may fall short, potentially causing motion blur and a less than optimal visual experience.
Portability
Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
3.8 lbs
WEIGHT
4.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The HP Omen Transcend 14 and Lenovo Flex 5 16 both have good portability, though the HP Omen Transcend 14 has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,699
$700
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The HP Omen Transcend 14 has a price of $1,699 and the Lenovo Flex 5 16 costs $700.
"The Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 is a solidly equipped, 2-in-1 in the lower price segment. Performance is definitely sufficient for everyday tasks and in tests the battery proved itself to be very economical. That aside, there is a lot of standard fare on show and a search for real highlights ends in vain. The low color coverage and reflective display can be avoided by going for an optional 2.5K display but this also presumably results in poorer battery life. The cooling uses only one fan and leads to a raised temperature on one side of the device under load. Additionally, there is very loud fan noise, also under load or when gaming. On top of that, we also occasionally noticed electronic noises."
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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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