The HP Omen Transcend 14, being less expensive, is a great choice for budget-conscious users needing a balance of performance and portability for everyday tasks and some gaming. The Razer Blade 18 offers higher performance for demanding applications, like 3D rendering or intensive engineering software, and is better suited for gaming with its larger screen, but it's also heavier and costlier. If you prioritize high-end gaming or performance over cost and portability, the Razer is an attractive option, otherwise, the HP provides significant savings without severely compromising on performance for general use. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP Omen Transcend 14
Good portability
Very good battery life
Advantages of the Razer Blade 18
Excellent for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good overall build quality
Best in class speakers
Excellent keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.9/10
8.9/10
7.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.9/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.2/10
The Razer Blade 18 is very good for gaming and AI, while the HP Omen Transcend 14 is good.
The HP Omen Transcend 14 offers a capable GPU and high screen refresh rate, making it suitable for gaming and 3D applications, but for those seeking top-tier graphics performance and the smoothest visuals, the Razer Blade 18's superior GPU and even higher refresh rate provide a more premium experience. While both laptops have powerful CPUs and high-quality screens, the Razer's emphasis on cutting-edge components makes it particularly outstanding for demanding gaming and 3D tasks.
Engineering and Design
8.5/10
9.3/10
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
7.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The Razer Blade 18 is excellent for engineering and design, while the HP Omen Transcend 14 is very good.
The HP Omen Transcend 14 offers a robust CPU and ample RAM essential for engineering tasks, with a high-quality screen that aids in precision work, whereas the Razer Blade 18's superior GPU and larger, top-tier screen enhances performance in demanding design applications. While the Omen is more portable and quieter, the Razer Blade's keyboard and speaker quality are better suited for extended work sessions and multimedia use.
Screen Quality
8.6/10
8.9/10
14.0in
SIZE
18.0in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
400.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
524.0 nits
The HP Omen Transcend 14 has a better screen than the Razer Blade 18 for engineering and design, while the Razer Blade 18 has a better screen for gaming and AI, content creation, and software development.
When considering screen quality for general use, both the HP Omen Transcend 14 and the Razer Blade 18 offer high resolutions and bright displays, ensuring crisp and clear imagery for everyday tasks and media consumption. For engineering and design, these laptops provide wide color coverage, necessary for precise color work, but this doesn't directly relate to gaming performance. However, for gaming and 3D, their screens lack high refresh rates, which are crucial for smooth motion and responsiveness during fast-paced games and animations.
Battery
11.0 Hours
4.0 Hours
The HP Omen Transcend 14 has 11 hours of battery life. The Razer Blade 18 has 4 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
18.0in
3.8 lbs
WEIGHT
6.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The HP Omen Transcend 14 has good portability, while the Razer Blade 18 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.2/10
8.5/10
The Razer Blade 18 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
$3,200
$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 Razer Blade 18 costs $3,200.
The Razer Blade 18 and HP Omen Transcend 14 are both very good for general use.
The HP Omen Transcend 14, with its capable CPU and ample RAM, promises smooth and responsive performance for everyday tasks, combined with a high-quality screen and portability that makes it ideal for on-the-go users, though battery life may not be as long as some users need. The Razer Blade 18 also delivers top-notch performance and a striking screen that's enjoyable to use, but it emphasizes power over portability and has a larger form factor that might not suit those frequently moving around, yet it still maintains respectable battery life for its size.
Content Creation
8.3/10
8.6/10
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Razer Blade 18 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
8.5/10
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Razer Blade 18 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 Razer Blade 18 compare to other laptops
"Razer made a powerful laptop in the Blade 18, showing off a beautiful and fast display and the same high-quality build we’ve come to expect from this product line. It’s also quite expensive, which is hardly a surprise, but bears repeating even in this price range. It’s pricier than the Scar 18 despite an inferior GPU and half the storage, so you really have to want the Blade 18’s design to justify the cost."
Get a great deal on the HP Omen Transcend 14 or the Razer Blade 18
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 Razer
Razer is an American-Singaporean technology company. Razer is best known for their Blade series laptops, well known for their strong performance and sleek design. Although Razer charges a premium price tag for their laptops, buyers can expect a stealthy laptop with clean fit and finish and strong performance. All of their models offer great portability and build quality compared to other gaming laptops.
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