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Updated January 16, 2024·
When choosing between the HP Pavilion 15 and the Maypug 15" Laptop, consider your needs carefully. The HP Pavilion 15, while less expensive, comes with an Intel i3 processor, which makes it suited for general use and basic multitasking. If you're engaged in more demanding applications but still want a cost-effective solution, the Maypug 15" might be worth the extra money as it has a lower midrange price and includes an Intel Celeron processor, though this still isn't ideal for intensive tasks. Both laptops have a similar screen size and display quality, but the HP Pavilion tends to provide better battery life. If portability is a concern, the Maypug is slightly lighter. Ultimately, if budget is your primary concern and your computing needs are modest, the HP Pavilion 15 offers a solid choice, but if you can stretch your budget for slightly better performance, the Maypug 15" Laptop is an alternative to consider. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP Pavilion 15
- Good for general use
- Good for content creation
Advantages of the Maypug 15" Laptop
- Good battery life
Key differences
General Use
7.0
5.8
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
220.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
3.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
6.2/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
7.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.5/10
The HP Pavilion 15 is good for general use, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
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
5.6
4.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The HP Pavilion 15 is only fair for engineering and design, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The HP Pavilion 15 offers better performance for engineering and design tasks with a more capable processor, double the RAM, and a higher quality integrated GPU compared to the Maypug 15" Laptop, which falls short with a basic processor, less RAM, and a less powerful GPU, adversely impacting its capability for demanding software used in such fields.
Content Creation
7.1
5.9
4.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The HP Pavilion 15 is good for content creation, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
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
5.9
4.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
6.2/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The HP Pavilion 15 is only fair for software development, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
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
5.7
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
220.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
The HP Pavilion 15 has a better screen than the Maypug 15" Laptop for software development, and content creation, while the Maypug 15" Laptop has a better screen for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The HP Pavilion 15 and Maypug 15" Laptop both have screens that may not provide the crisp, clear visuals you'd expect for everyday tasks, as they lack in resolution and brightness, leading to less vibrant displays. For engineering and design, their inability to accurately represent a wide range of colors means that detailed graphics work may be hindered, potentially affecting the precision of your projects. Meanwhile, for gaming and 3D applications, the lower refresh rates can lead to less smooth visuals and slower response times, while the moderate importance of resolution and panel type also means these laptops might not deliver the most immersive experiences.
Battery
3.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The HP Pavilion 15 has 3 hours of battery life. The Maypug 15" Laptop 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.
Build Quality
6.2
5.1
The HP Pavilion 15 has only fair build quality, while the Maypug 15" Laptop has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$500
$600
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
$900
The HP Pavilion 15 has a price of $500 and the Maypug 15" Laptop costs $600.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
6.0
5.6
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers HP Pavilion 15 to be only fair for gaming and AI, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The HP Pavilion 15 offers better performance in gaming and 3D applications, as it is equipped with Intel UHD Xe Graphics which are superior to the Intel UHD Graphics found in the Maypug 15" Laptop. Both have similar screen refresh rates and resolutions, but a better GPU in the HP Pavilion 15 means smoother visuals and improved rendering capabilities for demanding tasks.
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
3.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The HP Pavilion 15 and Maypug 15" Laptop both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| HP Pavilion 15 | Maypug 15" Laptop |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$500 | $600 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2020 | January 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.5'' x 0.71'' | 14'' x 11.1'' x 0.78'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.75 lbs | 3.6 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.1" | 13.97" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.53" | 11.1" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i3-1115G4 | Intel Celeron N5095 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 3 Hours | 7 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 51 Wh | 29.6 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | TN | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1366 x 768 | 1366 x 768 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 220 nits | 200 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6.3/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.8/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8.8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6.3/10 | 6/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 4.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | No | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Alex Cox | August 2022
"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."
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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.
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