If you're on a tight budget and primarily use your laptop for everyday tasks like web browsing, watching videos, and basic office work, the HP Pavilion 15 can offer decent performance without breaking the bank. However, if you require a laptop for more demanding applications such as engineering software, 3D modeling, or occasional gaming, and you also need a more durable build with better security features, investing in the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 would be beneficial despite the higher cost. The ThinkPad typically also offers a more comfortable keyboard, making it preferable for long typing sessions, and it may have better battery life, which is ideal for users who need to work on the go. Keep in mind, though, that the ThinkPad is usually heavier, making it less convenient to carry around compared to the lighter Pavilion. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP Pavilion 15
The HP Pavilion 15 has no clear advantages over the Lenovo ThinkPad T14.
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkPad T14
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall build quality
Very good portability
Good battery life
Good speakers
Excellent keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.0/10
8.5/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
220.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
3.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
6.2/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
7.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.5/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is very good for general use, while the HP Pavilion 15 is good.
The HP Pavilion 15, while sufficient for everyday tasks, may fall short in terms of processing speed and multitasking capability compared to the Lenovo ThinkPad T14, which offers a more powerful CPU and additional RAM for smoother performance. The ThinkPad T14 also has a better screen, longer battery life, and is more portable, but the Pavilion 15 often comes at a lower price point, making it a budget-friendly option for users with less demanding needs.
Gaming and AI
6.0/10
6.7/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.0/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.3/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 and HP Pavilion 15 are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is somewhat better.
The HP Pavilion 15 and Lenovo ThinkPad T14 have GPUs suitable for light gaming and running 3D applications, but they don't match high-end gaming laptops, so they won't handle the most demanding games or 3D tasks smoothly. The ThinkPad typically has superior build quality and a better keyboard for typing, but the Pavilion often offers a touch screen option, which can enhance interactivity, especially for creative tasks.
Engineering and Design
6.2/10
8.0/10
4.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is very good for engineering and design, while the HP Pavilion 15 is only fair.
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 generally offers a more robust CPU, more RAM, and a better GPU compared to the HP Pavilion 15, which makes it handle demanding engineering software more efficiently and provide better screen quality for detailed design work. While both are somewhat portable, the ThinkPad's superior keyboard quality can be a significant advantage for long programming or design sessions, even though the Pavilion might have an edge in speaker quality and be a bit quieter under load.
Content Creation
7.1/10
8.3/10
4.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 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
8.3/10
4.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
6.2/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is very 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 1200
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
220.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 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 suffers in quality due to lower resolution and brightness, which are crucial for clarity and visibility in various lighting conditions for general use, and its color range is limited, affecting precision needed in engineering and design. The Lenovo ThinkPad T14, with a higher resolution and brightness, provides sharper and clearer images for everyday tasks and professional work, but its color space may not fully meet the high standards required for color-critical engineering and design. For Gaming and 3D, both laptops aren't ideal as they lack high refresh rates, though resolution and panel quality suffice for casual gaming.
Battery
3.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The HP Pavilion 15 has 3 hours of battery life. The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has 9 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
0.7in
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 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
8.0/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has very 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
$1,241
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The HP Pavilion 15 has a price of $600 and the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 costs $1,241.
"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."
"We like a lot about this laptop. It has many ports, with the inclusion of RJ45-Ethernet as a defining feature. WWAN is upgradable for maximum flexibility and the ThinkPad has many security functions. Working with the ThinkPad input devices is a lot of fun, and Lenovo puts in a serviceable Low Power panel. The AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 7840U delivers a great performance and does not drain the battery fast. Fan noise and temperatures are nothing special, but also far away from bad. With the user replaceable keyboard, the ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 has a special feature rarely present on most modern laptops."
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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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