If you're looking for high performance for gaming or intensive tasks and don't mind spending more, the HP Omen Transcend 14 may be the right choice; however, it may also be heavier and less portable than the MSI Bravo 15. If budget and portability are key concerns, and you're okay with moderate performance for everyday tasks and some gaming, the MSI Bravo 15 would be a more cost-effective and convenient option. The MSI Bravo 15 will generally have a longer battery life, which is important if you're often on the move and away from power outlets. 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 overall build quality
Good portability
Very good battery life
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Bravo 15
The MSI Bravo 15 has no clear advantages over the HP Omen Transcend 14.
Key differences
General Use
8.2/10
7.1/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
400.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
267.0 nits
11.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
7.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.9/10
The HP Omen Transcend 14 is very good for general use, while the MSI Bravo 15 is good.
The HP Omen Transcend 14, with a robust CPU and ample RAM, delivers smooth performance for everyday tasks, and its high-quality screen, along with better battery life, makes it ideal for users who value portability and longer unplugged periods. On the other hand, while the MSI Bravo 15 also provides ample power for general use with a reliable CPU and sufficient RAM, its focus on gaming might mean it has a shorter battery life and is less portable, but it may offer advantages like superior storage capacity and better heat management for sustained performance.
Gaming and AI
7.9/10
7.2/10
7.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.1/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The HP Omen Transcend 14 and MSI Bravo 15 are both good for gaming and AI, though the HP Omen Transcend 14 is somewhat better.
The HP Omen Transcend 14 boasts a powerful GPU and a high screen refresh rate which are essential for smooth gaming and 3D rendering, while the MSI Bravo 15 also offers a capable GPU and impressive refresh rate but with a strong CPU and screen quality that enhance overall performance and visual experience in gaming and graphic-intensive tasks. Choosing between them hinges on personal preference for brand and subtle differences in display and processing power which could influence gaming and creative work.
Engineering and Design
8.5/10
7.2/10
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.0/10
7.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The HP Omen Transcend 14 is very good for engineering and design, while the MSI Bravo 15 is good.
The HP Omen Transcend 14, with its superior CPU, higher RAM, and robust GPU, delivers better performance for demanding engineering software and provides a crisp screen for intricate design work. The MSI Bravo 15 offers considerable capabilities for engineering tasks too, but it sacrifices some screen quality and processing power, which could impact the smoothness of running complex applications, although it may be favored for its relatively better portability and quieter operation.
Content Creation
8.3/10
7.1/10
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.0/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The HP Omen Transcend 14 is very good for content creation, while the MSI Bravo 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
8.1/10
6.8/10
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The HP Omen Transcend 14 is very good for software development, while the MSI Bravo 15 is only fair.
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
6.9/10
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
400.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
267.0 nits
The HP Omen Transcend 14 has a better screen than the MSI Bravo 15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The HP Omen Transcend 14 offers a sharp display with high resolution and brightness suitable for a variety of tasks and excellent color accuracy beneficial for engineering and design work. However, its lower refresh rate makes it less suitable for gaming and 3D applications where smooth motion is key. The MSI Bravo 15, while providing a decent display for everyday tasks, falls short in both color range for professional design and engineering needs and gaming performance due to its lower refresh rate.
Battery
11.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The HP Omen Transcend 14 has 11 hours of battery life. The MSI Bravo 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
4.9 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The HP Omen Transcend 14 has good portability, while the MSI Bravo 15 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,699
$999
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The HP Omen Transcend 14 has a price of $1,699 and the MSI Bravo 15 costs $999.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers HP Omen Transcend 14 to have good build quality, while the MSI Bravo 15 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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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 MSI
MSI, also known as Micro-Star International, is a Taiwanese technology corporation. MSI is known for their wide range of gaming devices. Their series include the entry-level Cyborg/Thin and Sword/Katana series, the mid-range Bravo/Delta and Crosshair/Pulse series, and their high-end Vector, Raider, Stealth, and Titan GT series. At every performance level, MSI offers a variety of devices with varying balances between performance, battery life, weight, and price, making them a solid option to consider at every price point.
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