If you prefer a more budget-friendly option that still offers decent performance for everyday tasks like browsing and document editing, the HP Pavilion 15 could be your choice; however, it comes with lower screen resolution and less powerful graphics. On the other hand, the Lenovo Yoga 6, while being somewhat more expensive, provides better performance for more intensive tasks, such as video editing or light gaming, thanks to its higher processing power and improved graphics. It also features a higher resolution screen for better image quality and is more portable due to its smaller size and lighter weight. Additionally, the Yoga 6's 2-in-1 design allows it to double as a tablet, enhancing its versatility. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP Pavilion 15
The HP Pavilion 15 has no clear advantages over the Lenovo Yoga 6.
Advantages of the Lenovo Yoga 6
Good for engineering and design
Good for software development
Good overall build quality
Very good portability
Excellent battery life
Very good speakers
Key differences
General Use
7.0/10
7.6/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
220.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
271.0 nits
3.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
12.5 Hours
6.2/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.7/10
7.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.5/10
The Lenovo Yoga 6 and HP Pavilion 15 are both good for general use, though the Lenovo Yoga 6 is somewhat better.
PerfectRec’s General Use Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for general productivity, web browsing, streaming, video calls, and running a wide variety of apps and programs.
Engineering and Design
6.2/10
7.0/10
4.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo Yoga 6 is good for engineering and design, while the HP Pavilion 15 is only fair.
The HP Pavilion 15 has a basic CPU and GPU which make it suitable for light engineering tasks, but its TN screen with lower resolution can be a drawback for design work. In contrast, the Lenovo Yoga 6 is equipped with a more powerful CPU and GPU, plus an IPS screen with higher resolution and touch capabilities, offering better performance and visual experience for engineering and design applications.
Software Development
6.6/10
7.4/10
4.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
6.2/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.7/10
The Lenovo Yoga 6 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
6.7/10
15.6in
SIZE
13.3in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
220.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
271.0 nits
The Lenovo Yoga 6 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 may not provide the clarity and vibrancy for general activities like browsing and video streaming due to its lower resolution and brightness. For engineering and design, the Lenovo Yoga 6 might offer better color accuracy and a wider color range, which are critical for tasks such as graphic design or video editing. However, for gaming and 3D applications, both laptops may fall short, the HP more so than the Lenovo, as they likely lack the high refresh rates required for smooth motion and the resolution and panel type that affect image quality and viewing angles.
Battery
3.0 Hours
12.5 Hours
The HP Pavilion 15 has 3 hours of battery life. The Lenovo Yoga 6 has 12.5 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
13.3in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
3.0 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Lenovo Yoga 6 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
7.4/10
The Lenovo Yoga 6 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
$1,045
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The HP Pavilion 15 has a price of $600 and the Lenovo Yoga 6 costs $1,045.
The Lenovo Yoga 6 and HP Pavilion 15 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The HP Pavilion 15 and the Lenovo Yoga 6 are both rated fair for gaming and 3D applications primarily because their integrated GPUs, Intel UHD Xe G4 and AMD Vega 8 respectively, and their screen refresh rates, which are 60 Hz for both laptops, do not align with the high demands of modern gaming and intensive 3D tasks. While the Yoga 6 may offer slightly better screen quality with its IPS panel and higher resolution, neither laptop has the dedicated powerful GPU or rapid refresh rate needed for optimal gaming and 3D performance.
Content Creation
7.1/10
7.6/10
4.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo Yoga 6 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 Yoga 6 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 AMD R7-7730U in the Lenovo Yoga 6 13 provides a suitable answer to the limited cooling capabilities of a convertible - especially in tablet mode. It draws high computing power from a comparatively limited power supply so that less heat has to be dissipated at the same time."
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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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