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Updated March 21, 2024·
If you prioritize gaming or heavy multimedia usage, the HP Omen Transcend 14, while pricier, offers better graphics performance suited to those tasks, but with potential sacrifices in weight and battery life. The Lenovo ThinkPad P16, on the other hand, is typically aimed at professionals needing a durable machine for engineering and business applications; it may offer better build quality and keyboard experience, but could be heavier and less suited for high-end gaming. Consider your primary use—high-performance games and media vs. work tasks like 3D design or data analysis—when choosing between these two laptops. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP Omen Transcend 14
- Good for gaming and AI
- Good portability
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkPad P16
- Very good overall build quality
- Excellent speakers
- Excellent keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.9
6.9
7.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.5/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The HP Omen Transcend 14 is good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 is only fair.
The HP Omen Transcend 14 is equipped with a high-end GPU and a high screen refresh rate, both crucial for smooth gaming and effective 3D rendering, providing an immersive experience. Whereas the Lenovo ThinkPad P16, though reliable with a capable CPU and good screen quality, has a less powerful GPU and lower screen refresh rate, making it less optimal for high-end gaming and demanding 3D work.
Screen Quality
8.6
8.2
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
400.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
569.0 nits
The HP Omen Transcend 14 has a better screen than the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design, while the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 has a better screen for content creation.
For general use, both the HP Omen Transcend 14 and the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 offer displays with crisp resolution and good brightness, making text and images clear and easy to view. For engineering and design applications, these laptops' screens cover a wide range of colors, essential for precision in visual work. However, their lower refresh rates, while not detracting from tasks like web browsing or productivity software, can result in less fluid visuals in fast-paced games or when working with 3D applications where quick screen updates are crucial.
Battery
11.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The HP Omen Transcend 14 has 11 hours of battery life. The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 has 10 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
Poor
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
3.8 lbs
WEIGHT
6.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
1.2in
The HP Omen Transcend 14 has good portability, while the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.2
8.5
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 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
$1,449
$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 ThinkPad P16 costs $1,449.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.2
8.0
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
400.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
569.0 nits
11.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
7.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
5.8/10
The HP Omen Transcend 14 and Lenovo ThinkPad P16 are both very good for general use.
The HP Omen Transcend 14, with its well-balanced CPU and ample RAM, offers a smooth performance for various tasks, while its high-quality screen, solid battery life, and light weight make it suitable for on-the-go use. In contrast, the Lenovo ThinkPad P16, with comparable performance features, provides a robust keyboard and good heat management, which adds to its reliability, but its larger size and heavier build reduce its portability compared to the HP Omen.
Engineering and Design
8.5
8.3
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
7.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The HP Omen Transcend 14 and Lenovo ThinkPad P16 are both very good for engineering and design.
The HP Omen Transcend 14, with its high-performance CPU, ample RAM, and dedicated GPU, delivers robust processing power for complex engineering software and renders high-quality visuals on its superior screen, making it very well-suited for intensive tasks in engineering and design. On the other hand, the Lenovo ThinkPad P16, while offering solid performance with a good CPU, RAM, and GPU setup, focuses more on durability and typing experience, still performing well for engineering and design but prioritizing portability and a comfortable keyboard slightly over top-tier power and display.
Content Creation
8.3
8.2
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The HP Omen Transcend 14 and Lenovo ThinkPad P16 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
8.4
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 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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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| HP Omen Transcend 14 | Lenovo ThinkPad P16 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,699 | $1,449 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2024 | July 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.3'' x 9.2'' x 0.71'' | 14.3'' x 10.5'' x 1.2'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.87 lbs | 6.5 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.32" | 14.3" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.19" | 10.5" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | Intel i7-12800HX | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 4 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 11 Hours | 10 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 71 Wh | 94 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | OLED | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2880 x 1800 | 3840 x 2400 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 120Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 400 nits | 569 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | Yes | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 9/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.3/10 | 9.1/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
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 | 3 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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Eric Grevstad | February 2023
"It's only a few months since we gave the MSI CreatorPro X17 one of our rare 4.5-star ratings and our top mobile workstation honor, but the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 matches that achievement in a more premium overall build. Ultimately, its build quality, screen, and keyboard give our latest Editors' Choice nod to the Lenovo—it's enough of a monster on almost all fronts that it simply cannot be ignored."
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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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