The HP Omen Transcend 14, although pricier, offers superior performance for gaming and demanding engineering software, along with higher build quality and better graphics. On the other hand, the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" provides a larger screen and is more budget-friendly, which is ideal for general use and tasks that benefit from a bigger display, but it falls short in processing power and graphics compared to the HP, making it less suitable for intensive tasks. If you prioritize a blend of performance for specialized tasks and are willing to invest, choose the HP; if you prefer a larger screen and a more economical option for everyday tasks, the Lenovo would be appropriate. 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
Good overall build quality
Very good battery life
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17"
The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" has no clear advantages over the HP Omen Transcend 14.
Key differences
General Use
8.2/10
7.3/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
400.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
307.0 nits
11.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
7.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.1/10
The HP Omen Transcend 14 is very good for general use, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" is good.
The HP Omen Transcend 14, with its higher-end CPU and RAM, ensures smooth performance for demanding tasks and multitasking, while the screen quality enhances the user experience for media consumption; however, its portability and battery life make it ideal for those on the go with the need for a powerful device. The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" offers a larger screen and respectable performance with decent battery life, making it suitable for general use, and with adequate storage, a comfortable keyboard, and moderate speaker quality, it's a solid choice for everyday tasks without the premium price tag of the HP.
Gaming and AI
7.9/10
6.1/10
7.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
9.5/10
The HP Omen Transcend 14 is good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" is only fair.
The HP Omen Transcend 14 is better suited for gaming and 3D applications because it typically comes with a more powerful GPU and higher screen refresh rate, which are crucial for smooth graphics and fast-paced action. Conversely, the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" may have a less capable GPU and lower refresh rates, making it less optimal for intensive gaming and 3D tasks despite having a decent CPU and screen quality.
Engineering and Design
8.5/10
6.6/10
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
7.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The HP Omen Transcend 14 is very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" is only fair.
The HP Omen Transcend 14 generally has a more powerful CPU, more RAM, and a higher-quality GPU, which are crucial for resource-intensive engineering and design tasks; it also tends to have a better screen quality for precise visuals. On the other hand, the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" offers a larger screen and a more comfortable typing experience due to its keyboard quality, but it may lag in performance due to less robust specs, making it less suited for demanding engineering software but still serviceable for less intensive tasks.
Content Creation
8.3/10
7.4/10
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The HP Omen Transcend 14 is very good for content creation, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" 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
7.2/10
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The HP Omen Transcend 14 is very good for software development, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" 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
6.7/10
14.0in
SIZE
17.3in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
400.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
307.0 nits
The HP Omen Transcend 14 has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
If you value screen clarity and detail for everyday tasks like browsing and watching videos, the HP Omen Transcend 14's higher resolution and superior brightness offer an enhanced viewing experience compared to the Lenovo IdeaPad 3's simpler display. For engineering and design professionals who need accurate color representation, the HP Omen Transcend 14 provides broader color gamuts, ensuring that designs will be precise and true to life. However, gamers and those involved in 3D work will find the refresh rate on both laptops lacking for smooth, high-speed visuals, despite the HP's better panel type and resolution, which only partially compensate for this deficit.
Battery
11.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The HP Omen Transcend 14 has 11 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" has 9 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
14.0in
SIZE
17.3in
3.8 lbs
WEIGHT
4.4 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The HP Omen Transcend 14 and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" both have good portability, though the HP Omen Transcend 14 has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.2/10
6.5/10
The HP Omen Transcend 14 has good build quality, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,699
$784
$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 IdeaPad 3 17" costs $784.
"The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" defies expectations. Indeed, it is just a minor upgrade over last year. However, this doesn’t make the laptop any less terrific. It’s got a great performance, courtesy of the Ryzen 5x25U processors. In addition, you get a pretty good battery life. Perhaps, the 2-hour decrease in video playback, compared to last year is not great, but still, 10 hours of Web browsing and 7 hours of video playback is okay for 17-inch notebooks."
Get a great deal on the HP Omen Transcend 14 or the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17"
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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