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Updated March 22, 2024·
If you prioritize high-end gaming or demanding tasks, the HP Omen Transcend 14, despite its higher cost, provides stronger performance suitable for those activities. However, if you're looking for a more cost-effective option that's adequate for everyday use, the Lenovo LOQ 15 might serve your needs while being easier on your wallet. Keep in mind, a more portable and lightweight laptop like the Lenovo can be beneficial if you travel frequently, but you may compromise on battery life and computing power compared to the sturdier, premium HP Omen. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP Omen Transcend 14
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Good portability
- Very good battery life
Advantages of the Lenovo LOQ 15
- The Lenovo LOQ 15 has no clear advantages over the HP Omen Transcend 14.
Key differences
General Use
8.2
7.6
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
400.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
329.0 nits
11.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.6/10
The HP Omen Transcend 14 is very good for general use, while the Lenovo LOQ 15 is good.
The HP Omen Transcend 14 offers strong CPU and RAM capabilities, a high-quality screen, and better portability due to its smaller size, but its high performance can compromise battery life. The Lenovo LOQ 15, while great for general use with decent screen and performance specs, trades a bit of portability and battery efficiency for a larger screen, more storage, and potentially better keyboard and speakers for a more comfortable user experience.
Engineering and Design
8.5
7.9
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
7.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The HP Omen Transcend 14 is very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo LOQ 15 is good.
The HP Omen Transcend 14, with its powerful CPU, high RAM, and superior GPU that supports intensive design software, also offers a high-quality screen which is essential for precise engineering work. The Lenovo LOQ 15, while also providing good CPU and GPU performance favorable for engineering, might not match the screen quality of the HP but compensates with increased portability and comfortable keyboard, making it a good contender if mobility and typing comfort are significant factors.
Content Creation
8.3
7.6
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
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 LOQ 15 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
7.5
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The HP Omen Transcend 14 is very good for software development, while the Lenovo LOQ 15 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
7.1
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
400.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
329.0 nits
The HP Omen Transcend 14 has a better screen than the Lenovo LOQ 15 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, the HP Omen Transcend 14 with its higher resolution and brightness stands out, making everything crisp and vibrant. For professional work in engineering and design where accurate colors are crucial, the HP's superior color gamuts ensure what you see on screen matches your creative intent. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the Lenovo LOQ 15, despite its lower refresh rate affecting smoothness in fast-paced visuals, could still be adequate for casual play if that's not your main focus.
Battery
11.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The HP Omen Transcend 14 has 11 hours of battery life. The Lenovo LOQ 15 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.
Portability
Good
Fair
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3.8 lbs
WEIGHT
5.2 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The HP Omen Transcend 14 has good portability, while the Lenovo LOQ 15 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,699
$1,179
$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 LOQ 15 costs $1,179.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
7.9
7.5
7.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.0/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The HP Omen Transcend 14 and Lenovo LOQ 15 are both good for gaming and AI.
The HP Omen Transcend 14 and Lenovo LOQ 15 are equipped with high-performance GPUs and high screen refresh rates, which make them ideal for gaming and 3D applications. While the HP offers a more compact design, potentially at the expense of some screen size compared to the Lenovo, both have quality CPUs and displays, with the screen quality of the Lenovo being especially noteworthy for color accuracy and brightness.
Build Quality
7.2
7.4
The Lenovo LOQ 15 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 LOQ 15 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| HP Omen Transcend 14 | Lenovo LOQ 15 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,699 | $1,179 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2024 | April 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.3'' x 9.2'' x 0.71'' | 14.2'' x 10.4'' x 0.99'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.87 lbs | 5.28 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.32" | 14.16" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.19" | 10.42" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 11 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 71 Wh | 60 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | OLED | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2880 x 1800 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 120Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 400 nits | 329 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8/10 | 6.7/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.3/10 | 6.8/10 | |
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 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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Mark Knapp | August 2023
"Even after a short time with the LOQ 15, you'll find it has a lot going for it, but ultimately it's just "good"—not quite a star. The performance is respectable for the hardware it’s running, but Lenovo had to make some design sacrifices to trim the price. One of the better aspects is the keyboard, making it one of the better low-cost gaming laptops to actually put your hands on."
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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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