If you prioritize saving money and are looking for basic functionality, the HP Pavilion 15 is a more budget-friendly option than the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i. However, if you are seeking higher performance for intensive tasks and better display quality, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i comes with a more powerful processor and higher resolution screen, albeit at a higher cost. The Lenovo is also lighter and has a smaller screen size, which may be preferable if you value portability. Both laptops offer similar memory size, but the HP has a larger storage capacity. Choose the HP Pavilion 15 for cost savings and sufficient performance for everyday tasks, or the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i if you're willing to invest more for a boost in processing power and display quality for more demanding applications. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP Pavilion 15
The HP Pavilion 15 has no clear advantages over the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i.
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i
Good for engineering and design
Good for software development
Good overall build quality
Very good portability
Very good battery life
Good speakers
Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.0/10
7.7/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
220.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
340.0 nits
3.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
11.5 Hours
6.2/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.9/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i and HP Pavilion 15 are both good for general use, though the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i is somewhat better.
The HP Pavilion 15 is equipped with a solid amount of RAM and a capable processor for routine tasks, but its screen quality and resolution are lower, making it less suitable for tasks that require high visual fidelity; it's also slightly heavier, affecting portability, although it provides a large storage capacity. In contrast, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i, with its sharper screen and higher resolution, delivers a better viewing experience, and its superior processor along with a robust battery life make it an excellent option for demanding general-use applications, all while maintaining a lighter build for easier mobility.
Engineering and Design
6.2/10
7.1/10
4.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i is good for engineering and design, while the HP Pavilion 15 is only fair.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i has a high-performance CPU and graphics, an IPS display with higher resolution and better color coverage, making it well-suited for engineering and design tasks, whereas the HP Pavilion 15 has a lower-tier CPU and graphics, and a lower resolution TN display, which makes it less ideal for such tasks, despite having similar RAM and storage capacity.
Content Creation
7.1/10
7.7/10
4.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i and HP Pavilion 15 are both good for content creation, though the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i 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
7.5/10
4.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.2/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i 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
6.9/10
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
220.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
340.0 nits
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i has a better screen than the HP Pavilion 15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i outshines the HP Pavilion 15 as it offers a better combination of resolution, panel type, and brightness, providing a crisper and more vibrant display. When it comes to engineering and design, the IdeaPad Slim 7i's ability to represent a wider range of colors due to superior color gamuts makes it conducive to precise visual work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the Pavilion 15, despite its poorer display quality, may suffer less due to a lower refresh rate, which is a key aspect that the IdeaPad Slim 7i lacks, resulting in less fluid motion.
Battery
3.0 Hours
11.5 Hours
The HP Pavilion 15 has 3 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i 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.
Portability
Good
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i has very good portability, while the HP Pavilion 15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.2/10
7.8/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i 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
$899
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The HP Pavilion 15 has a price of $600 and the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i costs $899.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i and HP Pavilion 15 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
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How the HP Pavilion 15 and the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i compare to other laptops
"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."
"Among Lenovo's multiple laptop brands, the IdeaPad family is decidedly the one designed for consumers: people who want decent performance at a reasonable price. Consider, then, this laptop a paragon for the pickier members of that crowd. With a 14-inch touch-enabled display, a comfortable keyboard, an Evo-certified Intel Core i7 11th Generation CPU, and the latest Windows 11 operating system, the IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro ultraportable ($1,199 as tested) is a slick mainstream machine at a bit of a premium price, and quite capable for everyday tasks."
Get a great deal on the HP Pavilion 15 or the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i
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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