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Updated January 12, 2024·
If cost is a primary concern and you're looking for basic functionality for things like web browsing, word processing, and light media consumption, the HP Pavilion 15 could be a suitable choice due to its typically lower price. However, if you're interested in a laptop with more versatility, such as a touchscreen and the ability to use it as a tablet, the Lenovo Flex 5 16 offers these features, albeit at a higher cost. The Flex 5 may also provide better performance, which can be important for more demanding tasks like graphic design or multitasking with multiple programs open. Remember that investing in the Lenovo could also provide you with a larger screen, which is excellent for productivity or entertainment but could reduce portability compared to the smaller HP Pavilion. Battery life is another aspect to consider; a laptop with a longer battery life will be more convenient if you're frequently on the move. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP Pavilion 15
- The HP Pavilion 15 has no clear advantages over the Lenovo Flex 5 16.
Advantages of the Lenovo Flex 5 16
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for software development
- Good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- Very good battery life
- Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.0
7.6
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
220.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
400.0 nits
3.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
11.5 Hours
6.2/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.4/10
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 and HP Pavilion 15 are both good for general use, though the Lenovo Flex 5 16 is somewhat better.
PerfectRec’s General Use Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for general productivity, web browsing, streaming, video calls, and running a wide variety of apps and programs.
Engineering and Design
6.2
7.2
4.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 is good for engineering and design, while the HP Pavilion 15 is only fair.
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 offers superior performance for engineering and design thanks to its more powerful i7 processor, higher resolution and better quality IPS display, and enhanced integrated graphics; the screen also provides better brightness and color accuracy, further benefiting design work. While the HP Pavilion 15 has a less powerful i3 processor and a lower resolution TN panel which is less suitable for such tasks, it is lighter and slightly more portable which may be an advantage for users on the move, but does not compensate for its reduced performance in demanding applications.
Software Development
6.6
7.5
4.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
6.2/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 is good for software development, while the HP Pavilion 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
5.3
7.3
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
220.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
400.0 nits
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 has a better screen than the HP Pavilion 15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The HP Pavilion 15's display may be less vibrant and sharp, making it less ideal for any purpose where clarity and detail are key, such as general activities, work in engineering, or enjoying visuals in gaming and 3D applications. On the other hand, the Lenovo Flex 5 16's higher quality panel offers better color reproduction and brightness, which benefits general use and professional tasks in engineering and design that rely on accurate color representation. However, because gaming and 3D work often require fast screen refresh rates to keep up with rapid movements, and the Flex 5 16 doesn't excel in this area, it may not provide the smoothest experience for those specific activities.
Battery
3.0 Hours
11.5 Hours
The HP Pavilion 15 has 3 hours of battery life. The Lenovo Flex 5 16 has 11.5 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.
Build Quality
6.2
7.0
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 has good build quality, while the HP Pavilion 15 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$600
$700
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The HP Pavilion 15 has a price of $600 and the Lenovo Flex 5 16 costs $700.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
6.0
6.2
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 and HP Pavilion 15 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The HP Pavilion 15, equipped with an Intel UHD graphics, and the Lenovo Flex 5 16, with a newer Intel Iris Xe graphics, both provide fair gaming and 3D capabilities, but neither offers high-end graphics necessary for demanding games and 3D applications. The Pavilion 15's TN panel and lower resolution are less impressive compared to the Flex 5's IPS display with higher resolution and touch capability, but both laptops feature screens with standard refresh rates which may limit the smoothness in fast-paced gaming scenarios.
Content Creation
7.1
7.6
4.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 and HP Pavilion 15 are both 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.
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
4.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The HP Pavilion 15 and Lenovo Flex 5 16 both have good portability.
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How the HP Pavilion 15 and the Lenovo Flex 5 16 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| HP Pavilion 15 | Lenovo Flex 5 16 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$600 | $700 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2020 | April 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.5'' x 0.71'' | 14.1'' x 10'' x 0.74'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.75 lbs | 4.63 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.1" | 14.09" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.53" | 9.99" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i3-1115G4 | Intel i7-1255U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 3 Hours | 11.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 51 Wh | 52.5 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | TN | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1366 x 768 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 220 nits | 400 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6.3/10 | 7/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.8/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8.8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6.3/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | No | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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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."
Lenovo Flex 5 16
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Andreas Osthoff | April 2023
"The Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 is a solidly equipped, 2-in-1 in the lower price segment. Performance is definitely sufficient for everyday tasks and in tests the battery proved itself to be very economical. That aside, there is a lot of standard fare on show and a search for real highlights ends in vain. The low color coverage and reflective display can be avoided by going for an optional 2.5K display but this also presumably results in poorer battery life. The cooling uses only one fan and leads to a raised temperature on one side of the device under load. Additionally, there is very loud fan noise, also under load or when gaming. On top of that, we also occasionally noticed electronic noises."
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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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