When choosing between the HP Omen Transcend 14 and the Lenovo Legion Pro 5i, consider that the HP Omen's higher price usually brings you better performance for demanding tasks like gaming and 3D design, along with a premium build. However, if budget is a concern and general use is your primary goal, the Lenovo Legion Pro 5i offers strong performance at a more affordable price. The Legion may also have longer battery life, making it better for on-the-go use, but it might be bulkier, which can compromise portability. Remember, the best laptop for you depends on balancing your specific needs with what you're willing to invest. 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
Good portability
Very good battery life
Advantages of the Lenovo Legion Pro 5i
Very good for gaming and AI
Good speakers
Key differences
General Use
8.2/10
7.5/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
400.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
368.0 nits
11.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
3.5 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
7.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.6/10
The HP Omen Transcend 14 is very good for general use, while the Lenovo Legion Pro 5i is good.
The HP Omen Transcend 14 offers a powerful CPU and plenty of RAM ensuring smooth multitasking for general use, with a high-quality screen and portability backed by decent battery life, making it ideal for those on the go. Meanwhile, the Lenovo Legion Pro 5i, while also delivering a solid CPU and sufficient RAM for everyday tasks, may fall slightly behind in battery life and portability, but is still a fine choice for those prioritizing a balance between performance and screen quality without the need for frequent mobility.
Content Creation
8.3/10
7.6/10
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
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 Legion 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.
Software Development
8.1/10
7.5/10
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The HP Omen Transcend 14 is very good for software development, while the Lenovo Legion 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.
Screen Quality
8.6/10
8.1/10
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
400.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
368.0 nits
The HP Omen Transcend 14 has a better screen than the Lenovo Legion Pro 5i for general use, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, both the HP Omen Transcend 14 and the Lenovo Legion Pro 5i offer clear, high-resolution displays with sufficient brightness, making them suitable for everyday tasks like browsing and video streaming. When it comes to engineering and design, these laptops provide wide color gamuts, ensuring that professionals who require color accuracy for their work will find the displays very capable. However, for gaming and 3D applications that demand quick visual feedback, their lower refresh rates may not deliver the smooth visuals preferred by enthusiasts in fast-paced gaming scenarios.
Battery
11.0 Hours
3.5 Hours
The HP Omen Transcend 14 has 11 hours of battery life. The Lenovo Legion Pro 5i has 3.5 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
Fair
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
3.8 lbs
WEIGHT
5.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The HP Omen Transcend 14 has good portability, while the Lenovo Legion Pro 5i has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,699
$1,000
$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 Legion Pro 5i costs $1,000.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo Legion Pro 5i to be very good for gaming and AI, while the HP Omen Transcend 14 is good.
The HP Omen Transcend 14, despite its solid performance, may fall slightly short for the most demanding games and 3D applications as compared to the Lenovo Legion Pro 5i which usually offers a more powerful GPU and higher screen refresh rate, essential for smooth and immersive gaming. While both laptops have capable CPUs and good screen quality, the Legion's edge in graphical power and display fluidity provides a superior experience for those priorities.
Engineering and Design
8.5/10
8.4/10
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
7.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The HP Omen Transcend 14 and Lenovo Legion Pro 5i are both very good for engineering and design.
The HP Omen Transcend 14 offers a balance of high-performance CPU, ample RAM, and a dedicated GPU essential for demanding engineering tasks, along with a high-quality screen for precise visual work. In contrast, the Lenovo Legion Pro 5i provides similar high-end specs conducive to heavy computational loads and graphical work, but factors like its keyboard and build quality might give it an edge in user experience, though it may be less portable than the HP.
Build Quality
7.2/10
7.4/10
The Lenovo Legion 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 Legion Pro 5i compare to other laptops
"The midpriced Lenovo Legion Pro 5i Gen 8 follows some of our favorite gaming machines, including last year's model and the higher-end Legion Pro 7i Gen 8 tested earlier this year. But pedigree doesn't count for much in the computer world, and gaming laptops require a certain level of power and graphics performance to justify their prices. The Pro 5i Gen 8 just doesn't do that, offering middling CPU and GPU performance rather than the sort of muscle that would make it a great value."
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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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