HP Pavilion 15
HP Pavilion 15
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GENERAL USE: Good—7.0/10
GAMING/AI: Fair—6.0/10
ENG/DESIGN: Fair—6.2/10
SOFTWARE DEV: Fair—6.6/10
CONTENT CREATION: Good—7.1/10
PORTABILITY: Good—7.7/10
BATTERY: Poor—5.1/10
OVERALL SCREEN QUALITY: Poor—5.3/10
OVERALL PERFORMANCE: Fair—6.6/10
SIZE: 15.6"
The HP Pavilion 15 is a budget-friendly laptop that offers a large storage capacity and decent RAM, making it capable for general use like web browsing, office applications, and media consumption. It comes with an Intel i3 processor and integrated graphics, which are suitable for basic tasks but may not handle 3D rendering, machine learning, or intensive gaming well. The battery capacity is adequate, and with a 15.6-inch TN panel display, it provides a large screen size, but the lower screen resolution might not be as sharp as some other models. It lacks a touchscreen feature and has a standard 60Hz refresh rate. It's also portable, at a weight that is manageable for carrying around. This laptop comes with a number pad and a range of connectivity options including USB-C. However, with the modest processing power and display characteristics, it may not be the best choice for engineering tasks or scenarios where high performance is needed. Consider the HP Pavilion 15 if you're looking for an affordable laptop for everyday tasks and don't require high-end graphics or a top-end processor. Give Feedback
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Evaluation
Pros
- Good battery life for typical use
- Number pad on keyboard
- Good general use performance
- Excellent heat management
Cons
- I3 processor limits performance
- Low screen resolution
- No touchscreen feature
- Limited color space coverage
Ratings by Category
Operating Noise:4.6
PerfectRec’s Operating Noise Score is based on fan noise measurements. Laptops with a fanless design, such as Macbooks, receive the maximum score.
Portability:4.3
PerfectRec’s portability rating takes into account the volume and thickness of the laptop as well as its weight.
Content Creation:4.1
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, and video editing work.
In addition to a strong emphasis on overall performance, this score also places very high importance on screen quality. Heat management, storage, keyboard and speaker quality are also incorporated, with fan noise rounding out this score.
General Use:4.0
The HP Pavilion 15 is equipped with adequate RAM and a solid-state drive for swift general performance, and its high-quality keyboard facilitates comfortable typing for everyday tasks. However, the moderate screen quality might not be ideal for color-critical work; still, its portability and long battery life make it a good choice for daily use and mobility.
Software Development:3.6
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software development.
In addition to a strong emphasis on overall performance, this score also places very high importance on screen quality. Heat management, storage, keyboard and speaker quality are also incorporated, with fan noise rounding out this score.
Engineering & Design:3.3
The HP Pavilion 15 offers a basic CPU and integrated GPU that may challenge running intensive engineering and design software smoothly, and its screen quality is limited by low resolution and modest color coverage, which are not ideal for detail-oriented tasks. While its keyboard and portability are good, these factors might not compensate for the performance and screen limitations in professional contexts where power and visual precision are paramount.
Build Quality:3.3
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, chassis rigidity, and overall reliability. Our assessment of build quality includes many details that are difficult to quantify. Our laptop experts use their best judgment to produce the final score.
Keyboard Quality:3.3
The Keyboard Quality score is based on the PerfectRec experts’ assessment of tactile feedback, typing comfort, keyboard reliability and typing noise.
Gaming & AI:3.1
The HP Pavilion 15 is fair for gaming and 3D because it sports an integrated GPU which is not as powerful as dedicated gaming GPUs, limiting performance in graphics-intensive tasks. Additionally, it has a standard screen refresh rate of 60Hz which is adequate for casual gaming but may not deliver the smooth visuals desired for fast-paced games and high-quality 3D rendering.
Full Specs
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
| Price | $413 | ||
Release Date | August 1, 2020 | ||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.5'' x 0.71'' | ||
Weight | 3.75 lbs | ||
Width | 14.1" | ||
Depth | 9.53" | ||
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | Intel i3-1115G4 | ||
Graphics | UHD Xe G4 | ||
Mux Switch / Advanced Optimus | No | ||
RAM | 16 GB | ||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | ||
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | 3 Hours | ||
Battery Capacity | 51 Wh | ||
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | ||
Display Technology | TN | ||
Resolution | 1366 x 768 | ||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | ||
Display Brightness | 220 nits | ||
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score  | 6.3/10 | ||
Portability Score | 7.8/10 | ||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | ||
Premium Business Laptop | No | ||
Fan Noise Score | 8.8/10 | ||
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | 6.3/10 | ||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.5/10 | ||
Webcam | 720p | ||
Fingerprint Reader | No | ||
Backlit Keyboard | No | ||
Number Pad | Yes | ||
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | 2 | ||
USB-C ports | 1 | ||
USB-C Charging | No | ||
Display Outputs | 1 | ||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | ||
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Alex Cox | August 2022
"The HP Pavilion 15 carries a fair amount of power and a sharp display in its handsome slimline shell. It's not perfect, but it's a hard worker. This is wonderfully designed and totes a heck of a lot of desktop power, with the added benefit of a decent webcam and a full-sized keyboard. If you're getting down to business on a budget, it's a great fit."
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