When choosing between the HP Pavilion 15 and the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i, consider your priorities. If you're looking for a less expensive option for general use, the HP Pavilion 15, which is also lighter and thus more portable, can be a suitable choice. However, if higher performance is crucial for tasks like 3D work, machine learning, or gaming, the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i with its better processor and graphics card would be more appropriate despite its higher price and slightly heavier build. The Lenovo also has a higher quality display and longer battery life, advantageous if you often work on the go without access to power. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP Pavilion 15
The HP Pavilion 15 has no clear advantages over the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i.
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i
Very good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Good for software development
Good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Good battery life
Good speakers
Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.0/10
7.7/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
220.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
409.0 nits
3.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
6.2/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i and HP Pavilion 15 are both good for general use, though the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i is somewhat better.
The HP Pavilion 15 is equipped with a basic processor, ample RAM, standard screen resolution, and decent battery life, making it suitable for tasks like web browsing, office applications, and media consumption; it's lighter in weight, enhancing its portability. In contrast, the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i offers a high-performance processor, superior screen quality with a higher resolution and brightness, and a more powerful battery but is slightly heavier, which slightly compromises its portability; its advanced specs make it well-suited for more demanding general use and multitasking.
Gaming and AI
6.0/10
7.4/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.7/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i is good for gaming and AI, while the HP Pavilion 15 is only fair.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i outperforms the HP Pavilion 15 in gaming and 3D tasks primarily because it has a more powerful Nvidia RTX 4050 graphics card and a higher screen refresh rate of 120, delivering smoother visuals and better graphic rendering.
Engineering and Design
6.2/10
8.1/10
4.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i is very good for engineering and design, while the HP Pavilion 15 is only fair.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i outshines the HP Pavilion 15 in engineering and design use primarily due to its superior processor and graphics card, essential for demanding tasks, whereas the HP has more basic CPU and integrated graphics unsuitable for intense workloads. Additionally, the Lenovo's high-quality IPS display with greater resolution and color accuracy provides a better visual experience for design compared to the HP's lower-grade TN panel with limited screen quality.
Content Creation
7.1/10
7.7/10
4.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i and HP Pavilion 15 are both good for content creation, though the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i is somewhat better.
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
6.6/10
7.7/10
4.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
6.2/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i 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
5.3/10
7.8/10
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
220.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
409.0 nits
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i has a better screen than the HP Pavilion 15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
If you prioritize a sharp, vibrant display for everyday tasks like browsing the internet and watching videos, the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i stands out with its high resolution and brightness, making it a superior choice for general use over the HP Pavilion 15. For professionals in engineering and design who rely on accurate colors for their work, the Lenovo's good adherence to professional color standards like DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB offers an advantage, although it's not top-of-the-line. However, if your main interest is in 3D work or gaming, the HP Pavilion 15's lower refresh rate could be a letdown, whereas the Lenovo, despite a better screen in other respects, still doesn't meet the high refresh rate requirement that's critical for a smooth visual experience in fast-paced 3D environments.
Battery
3.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The HP Pavilion 15 has 3 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i 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.
Build Quality
6.2/10
7.6/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i 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
$860
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The HP Pavilion 15 has a price of $600 and the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i costs $860.
"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’s IdeaPad Pro 5i represents an impressive opening salvo for Meteor Lake in the ultraportable space against familiar foes from AMD and Apple. Not only does the Core Ultra 5 125H processor provide good performance across the board, but battery life remains a strong point against the Acer Swift Edge 16 with its AMD Ryzen 7 7840U processor. It can’t quite match the endurance of the 15-inch MacBook Pro, but the gap is shrinking."
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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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