HP OMEN Transcend 14vsLenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 5

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HP
HP OMEN Transcend 14
OMEN Transcend 14

Quick Stats

The HP OMEN Transcend 14's performance is compromised for portability, lacking in raw power and gaming capabilities.
The HP Omen Transcend 14's build quality is its strongest feature, a major selling point.
The HP OMEN Transcend 14 has a stunning OLED screen with vibrant colors and exceptional brightness.
The HP OMEN Transcend 14 features a stunning OLED screen and robust cooling system for optimal performance.
Lenovo
Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 5
ThinkPad P14s Gen 5

Quick Stats

The Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 5 offers respectable general usage and demanding workload performance capabilities.
The Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 5 boasts an excellent build quality with a sturdy aluminum chassis.
The Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 5's display offers vibrant colors, crisp text, and excellent resolution for creative tasks.
The Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 5 offers multiple connectivity options, upgradable memory, and a powerful Intel Arc iGPU.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
HP OMEN Transcend 14
Winner
#124
Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 5
#129
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
HP OMEN Transcend 14
#504
Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 5
#351
Winner
Display
HP OMEN Transcend 14
#33
Winner
Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 5
#253
Performance
HP OMEN Transcend 14
#215
Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 5
#51
Winner
Build
HP OMEN Transcend 14
#605
Winner
Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 5
#685
Features
HP OMEN Transcend 14
#386
Winner
Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 5
#502

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Specifications Comparison
Specification
HP HP OMEN Transcend 14
Lenovo Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 5
up to 32GB
up to 128GB
up to 2000GB SSD
up to 4000GB SSD
Intel Core Ultra 9 185H
Intel Core Ultra 9 185H
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 (Laptop, 65W)
NVIDIA RTX 500 Ada Generation (50W)
1x 2280 M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 See photo
1x 2280 M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 See photo

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

HP OMEN Transcend 14

Strengths

The laptop has a beautifully robust screen with gorgeous OLED display, making it perfect for creators.
It is very portable and thin, making it ideal for those who need to work or game on the go.
The CPU in the laptop is very capable when used as a CPU alone, doing a good job of handling tasks.
The laptop can handle some light gaming, accelerating workflows with its Nvidia Graphics.
It has a nice little metal package and keyboard that's perfect for doing work.

Weaknesses

The laptop is extremely expensive, priced at $3,000 Canadian dollars in Canada.
It cannot compete with gaming laptops, even smaller ones like the Legion 5 Slim or Asus G14, in terms of performance.
The GPU wattage is reduced due to the thin design, making it less powerful than other gaming laptops.
The charger itself only has 140 Watts, which is not a lot for a system with this CPU and GPU combination.
The laptop's name as a 'gaming laptop' is misleading, as it's actually more suitable for creators who want to do some light gaming.

Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 5

Strengths

The built quality is excellent, sturdy and premium with an aluminium chassis.
The new 1.5mm keyboard is comfortable to type on for long hours.
There are plenty of ports to choose from: two Thunderbolt ports, two USB-A ports, HDMI, and RJ45 Ethernet port.
Upgrades are available for memory up to 96GB and m.2 SSD slots.

Weaknesses

The Intel Arc is a useful iGPU, but the optional entry-level RTX 500 AER is not as powerful as one might expect from a mobile workstation.
At full retail price, the ThinkPad P14s Gen 5 is in an ultra-competitive space where your money can go a long way elsewhere.
No configurable option for 4G LTE or 5G connectivity is a letdown
The price starts at £1,210 or $1,568 before taxes, which may be too high for some users
Read Full Reviews

HP OMEN Transcend 14

The HP Omen Transcend 14 is a premium laptop that defies categorization as purely a gaming device or a creator's tool. With a powerful Intel Core i9 processor and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 GPU, it can handle demanding tasks, but its slim design and limited cooling system hold it back from true gaming performance. This review will explore whether this laptop is best suited for creators who need a portable powerhouse or if its gaming capabilities are merely an afterthought.

Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 5

The Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 5 is a mobile workstation that promises power and portability in a compact 14-inch package. With its sturdy aluminum chassis, comfortable keyboard, and generous port selection, this laptop appears to be well-suited for creative professionals and corporate users who value practicality over substance. Under the hood, the Intel Core Ultra 755h processor and Arc 8 core iGPU deliver respectable performance, although the optional Nvidia RTX 500 AER GPU may leave some wanting more graphical oomph.

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