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Updated March 22, 2024·
If you prioritize gaming or demanding tasks like video editing, the HP Omen Transcend 14, despite its higher price, offers superior performance and graphics capabilities, but it's less portable and has shorter battery life. On the other hand, if you're looking for value and better battery life for everyday tasks like browsing, office work, and media consumption, the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i is more budget-friendly and portable but won't handle intensive tasks as smoothly. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP Omen Transcend 14
- Very good for general use
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good battery life
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i
- Good speakers
Key differences
General Use
8.2
7.7
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
400.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
409.0 nits
11.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.5/10
The HP Omen Transcend 14 is very good for general use, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i is good.
The HP Omen Transcend 14 offers higher performance thanks to its superior CPU and extra RAM, which makes it more capable for demanding tasks alongside a high-quality screen, yet this impacts its battery life and portability compared to the lighter Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i, which, while still offering adequate performance for everyday use, excels in longer battery life and ease of carrying around. Additionally, both laptops have ample storage, decent keyboards and speakers, but the HP might run louder and warmer under heavy use due to its more powerful internals.
Content Creation
8.3
7.7
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
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 IdeaPad Pro 5i 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.
Screen Quality
8.6
7.8
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
400.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
409.0 nits
The HP Omen Transcend 14 has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
If you prioritize sharp text and vivid images for everyday tasks like browsing and document editing, both the HP Omen Transcend 14 and Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i offer displays with strong panel quality, high resolution, and ample brightness. For tasks involving engineering and design, the HP pulls ahead with superior color coverage, vital for accuracy in visual work. However, both laptops fall short for gaming and 3D applications, as their screens don't offer the high refresh rates required for smooth motion and fast-paced visuals.
Battery
11.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The HP Omen Transcend 14 has 11 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i has 6 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.
Cost
$1,699
$860
$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 Pro 5i costs $860.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
7.9
7.4
7.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.7/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The HP Omen Transcend 14 and Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i are both good for gaming and AI.
The HP Omen Transcend 14 is equipped with a robust GPU and high screen refresh rate, making it excellent for gaming and 3D applications that require smooth visuals and rapid frame rendering. The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i also offers a strong GPU and impressive screen refresh rate, but with its high-quality CPU and screen, it delivers a balanced experience for both demanding computational tasks and engaging visual content.
Engineering and Design
8.5
8.1
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
7.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The HP Omen Transcend 14 and Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i are both very good for engineering and design.
The HP Omen Transcend 14 boasts powerful CPU, ample RAM, and a high-quality GPU that are essential for demanding engineering software, and it offers a sharp, color-accurate screen that's beneficial for design work. The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i, while also packing robust processing power and memory, may have an edge in portability and a more comfortable keyboard for extended typing sessions, but could be louder under heavy workload.
Software Development
8.1
7.7
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers HP Omen Transcend 14 to be very good for software development, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i 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.
Portability
Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
3.8 lbs
WEIGHT
4.3 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The HP Omen Transcend 14 and Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.2
7.6
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i and HP Omen Transcend 14 both have good 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 Transcend 14 and the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| HP Omen Transcend 14 | Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,699 | $860 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2024 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.3'' x 9.2'' x 0.71'' | 14'' x 9.9'' x 0.75'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.87 lbs | 4.3 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.32" | 14.02" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.19" | 9.88" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | Intel i7-13700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 11 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 71 Wh | 75 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | OLED | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2880 x 1800 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 120Hz | 120Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 400 nits | 409 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
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 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.3/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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Tom's Hardware
Brandon Hill | January 2024
"Lenovo’s IdeaPad Pro 5i represents an impressive opening salvo for Meteor Lake in the ultraportable space against familiar foes from AMD and Apple. Not only does the Core Ultra 5 125H processor provide good performance across the board, but battery life remains a strong point against the Acer Swift Edge 16 with its AMD Ryzen 7 7840U processor. It can’t quite match the endurance of the 15-inch MacBook Pro, but the gap is shrinking."
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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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