Considering the HP Pavilion 15 is significantly less expensive than the Lenovo Legion Slim 5i, the Pavilion 15 will appeal to those on a tight budget. It's a practical choice for general use with moderate performance capabilities. In contrast, the Legion Slim 5i is pricier but offers a superior processor and graphics card, making it suited for gaming, 3D applications, and intensive engineering tasks. Additionally, the Slim 5i has a higher resolution and quality display, but it is heavier and less portable than the Pavilion 15. It's essential to select a laptop that aligns with your main requirements and budget constraints. If you prioritize performance for demanding tasks and a better screen, the Legion Slim 5i is justified despite its higher cost, but if general use and savings are your priority, the Pavilion 15 is a solid choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP Pavilion 15
Good portability
Advantages of the Lenovo Legion Slim 5i
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Good battery life
Good speakers
Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.0/10
7.9/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
220.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
343.0 nits
3.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
6.2/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
7.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.7/10
The Lenovo Legion Slim 5i and HP Pavilion 15 are both good for general use, though the Lenovo Legion Slim 5i is somewhat better.
The HP Pavilion 15 is suitable for general use thanks to its adequate RAM, storage, and a CPU that handles everyday tasks well, complemented by good portability due to its lower weight and excellent battery life; however, its screen quality isn't as sharp or bright compared to higher-end displays. The Lenovo Legion Slim 5i, also fit for general use, offers a more powerful CPU and high screen quality, including better resolution and color coverage, but is less portable due to its heavier weight and has shorter battery life, although still quite reasonable for its performance tier.
Gaming and AI
6.0/10
8.0/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.4/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Lenovo Legion Slim 5i is very good for gaming and AI, while the HP Pavilion 15 is only fair.
The HP Pavilion 15 has a basic integrated GPU and a screen refresh rate of 60Hz, limiting its gaming and 3D performance, while the Lenovo Legion Slim 5i is equipped with a powerful Nvidia graphics card and offers a higher screen refresh rate of 165Hz for smoother visuals, thus providing a superior gaming and 3D experience.
Engineering and Design
6.2/10
8.4/10
4.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo Legion Slim 5i is very good for engineering and design, while the HP Pavilion 15 is only fair.
The HP Pavilion 15, with an entry-level processor and integrated graphics, is less suitable for demanding engineering applications, and its lower resolution screen doesn't match the clarity offered by higher-quality panels. In contrast, the Lenovo Legion Slim 5i provides powerful performance through its advanced processor and dedicated graphics card, making it very good for engineering and design, and its higher resolution, better screen type, and color accuracy enhance the visual experience for detailed work.
Content Creation
7.1/10
8.0/10
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 Legion Slim 5i is very good for content creation, while the HP Pavilion 15 is good.
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
7.8/10
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
8.5/10
The Lenovo Legion Slim 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
8.0/10
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
220.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
343.0 nits
The Lenovo Legion Slim 5i 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 screen lacks vibrancy and clarity due to subpar resolution and lower brightness levels, which may affect the viewing experience during everyday tasks. For engineering and design, accurate color reproduction is crucial and the Pavilion's screen falls short in displaying the full spectrum of colors, potentially leading to less than accurate designs. While the Legion Slim 5i offers a sharp and bright display suitable for general use and professional tasks, its lower refresh rate makes it less ideal for the smooth visuals required in high-speed gaming and 3D modeling.
Battery
3.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The HP Pavilion 15 has 3 hours of battery life. The Lenovo Legion Slim 5i has 7 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
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
5.2 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The HP Pavilion 15 has good portability, while the Lenovo Legion Slim 5i has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.2/10
7.4/10
The Lenovo Legion Slim 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
$1,055
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The HP Pavilion 15 has a price of $600 and the Lenovo Legion Slim 5i costs $1,055.
"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."
"The Lenovo Legion Slim 5 Gen 8 acknowledges that a gaming laptop doesn’t have to be as thick as possible and can still ensure adequate cooling when the muscles need flexing. To this end, in the Slim 5 Gen 8, it finds a neat balance of refined, trimmed-down design that still lets its internals cruise (even above their max power ratings). Lenovo then added in some high-end build quality with an altogether excellent keyboard that’s useful for both work and play."
Get a great deal on the HP Pavilion 15 or the Lenovo Legion Slim 5i
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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