If affordability is a primary concern, the HP Pavilion 15 may be preferable as it typically has a lower price. If you're seeking a more robust build, a lighter device, or premium features, the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga could justify the higher expense. The ThinkPad is likely to offer superior portability and a more versatile user experience with its 2-in-1 design. However, the HP Pavilion 15 may provide a balance between cost and performance for everyday tasks and moderate workloads. Keep in mind that battery life may also vary, with the ThinkPad possibly offering more longevity on a single charge, which is important if you are often on the move. Evaluate the importance of these factors relative to your typical laptop use to make your decision. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP Pavilion 15
The HP Pavilion 15 has no clear advantages over the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga.
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga
Good for software development
Good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Excellent portability
Good battery life
Good speakers
Good keyboard
Key differences
Software Development
6.6/10
7.3/10
4.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
6.2/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga 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
7.3/10
15.6in
SIZE
13.5in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
220.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
451.0 nits
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga 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 in resolution and brightness, making it subpar for activities that demand visual clarity and vibrancy, such as general use. Although it has a decent panel type, it falls short in color accuracy and range needed for engineering and design tasks, where precise color representation is critical. For gaming and 3D work, its screen is hindered by a lower refresh rate, which is key for smooth motion and fast-paced visuals.
Battery
3.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The HP Pavilion 15 has 3 hours of battery life. The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga has 8 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
Excellent
15.6in
SIZE
13.5in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
2.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.4in
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga has excellent 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 X1 Titanium Yoga 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
$725
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The HP Pavilion 15 has a price of $600 and the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga costs $725.
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga and HP Pavilion 15 are both good for general use.
The HP Pavilion 15 offers ample storage and a full-sized keyboard but has a lower-resolution screen and a relatively heavier build, making it less portable compared to the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga, which boasts a high-resolution display, a lightweight and convertible design suited for on-the-go use, and generally higher build quality, although with less built-in storage.
Gaming and AI
6.0/10
6.0/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
9.1/10
The HP Pavilion 15 and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga 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.
Engineering and Design
6.2/10
6.7/10
4.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.9/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga and HP Pavilion 15 are both only fair for engineering and design.
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga offers superior performance for engineering and design tasks due to its advanced processor and better integrated graphics, along with a high-resolution, color-accurate IPS display, advantageous for detailed visuals. Conversely, the HP Pavilion 15, with a more basic processor and lower-resolution TN panel, won't perform as well or display colors as vividly, but is designed for less demanding tasks and potentially favored for its larger screen and inclusive number pad if high portability and screen quality are less critical.
Content Creation
7.1/10
7.3/10
4.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.9/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga 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.
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How the HP Pavilion 15 and the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga 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."
"The ThinkPad X1 Titanium is a showcase of what Lenovo thinks business computing will look like in the near future. People want thinner, lighter laptops with high-quality screens and enough computing power to get their work done. The X1 Titanium achieves these goals with some controversial but innovative design choices, including a redesigned keyboard and a pared-down port selection."
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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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