When choosing between the HP Omen Transcend 14 and the Lenovo Legion 9i, consider that while the HP may be less expensive, the Lenovo Legion 9i typically offers superior performance suitable for demanding gaming and 3D work, but this also means it's likely heavier and may have less battery life, making it less portable. If budget is a major concern and you need a laptop for general use with better portability, the HP could be the better option. However, if you require top performance for intensive tasks and don't mind the extra cost and weight, the Lenovo would be the way to go. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP Omen Transcend 14
Good portability
Very good battery life
Advantages of the Lenovo Legion 9i
Best in class for engineering and design
Excellent for gaming and AI
Best in class overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Best in class speakers
Excellent keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.9/10
9.2/10
7.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.8/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
3200 x 2000
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Lenovo Legion 9i is excellent for gaming and AI, while the HP Omen Transcend 14 is good.
The HP Omen Transcend 14 offers adequate graphics performance for most gaming and 3D tasks, but the Lenovo Legion 9i has a superior GPU that delivers excellent visuals and smoother play, complemented by a higher screen refresh rate that can significantly enhance gaming experiences. While both have high-quality CPUs and screens, the Legion 9i's edge in graphics processing power and refresh rate makes it better suited for demanding gaming and 3D applications where visual fluidity and detail are very important.
Engineering and Design
8.5/10
9.6/10
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
7.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The Lenovo Legion 9i is best in class for engineering and design, while the HP Omen Transcend 14 is very good.
The Lenovo Legion 9i generally offers stronger CPU and GPU performance, more RAM, and superior screen quality, which are crucial for demanding engineering and design tasks, but it is less portable due to its size and weight. The HP Omen Transcend 14, while still delivering adequate performance for similar tasks, may be easier to carry around and has good keyboard and speaker quality for a more comfortable and quieter use in various environments.
Screen Quality
8.6/10
9.7/10
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
3200 x 2000
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
400.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
682.0 nits
The Lenovo Legion 9i has a better screen than the HP Omen Transcend 14 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and software development.
The HP Omen Transcend 14 offers a balance with its high resolution and brightness, making it great for general use and detail-oriented tasks such as engineering and design, but its lower refresh rate holds it back in gaming where smooth motion is key. The Lenovo Legion 9i steps up for general and professional applications by providing vibrant and accurate colors essential for precise design work, yet like the HP, it doesn’t cater to the fast refresh rates gamers seek for fluid and responsive play. Both laptops excel in areas where visual crispness and color accuracy are paramount, but neither is optimized for the high-frame-rate gaming experience.
Battery
11.0 Hours
3.0 Hours
The HP Omen Transcend 14 has 11 hours of battery life. The Lenovo Legion 9i has 3 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
1.0in
The HP Omen Transcend 14 has good portability, while the Lenovo Legion 9i has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.2/10
8.5/10
The Lenovo Legion 9i has very good build quality, while the HP Omen Transcend 14 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,699
$3,420
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The HP Omen Transcend 14 has a price of $1,699 and the Lenovo Legion 9i costs $3,420.
The Lenovo Legion 9i and HP Omen Transcend 14 are both very good for general use.
The HP Omen Transcend 14 offers a powerful CPU and ample RAM, ensuring quick and efficient performance for everyday tasks, combined with a high-quality screen and good portability, making it a solid option for general use. The Lenovo Legion 9i also boasts robust CPU performance and plenty of RAM, along with a premium screen and substantial battery life, but it is slightly less portable, tipping it towards users who prioritize power over ease of carrying around.
Content Creation
8.3/10
8.7/10
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
3200 x 2000
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
The Lenovo Legion 9i and HP Omen Transcend 14 are both very good for content creation.
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
8.3/10
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
3200 x 2000
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Lenovo Legion 9i and HP Omen Transcend 14 are both very 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.
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How the HP Omen Transcend 14 and the Lenovo Legion 9i compare to other laptops
"The Lenovo Legion 9i is meant as a top-end flagship showcase for enthusiasts, and on that, it delivers. You'll find flashier designs in this price tier—Razer’s all-metal build in a similarly sized laptop like the Blade 16, or monstrous 18-inch machines—but this is a well-thought-out laptop. The chassis is trim for a 16-inch powerhouse, the lid is unique, and bespoke liquid cooling takes performance to the next level."
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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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