Lenovo V15 (Gen 5) vs HP OmniBook 7 16
The HP OmniBook 7 16 has the edge: it lasts longer on a charge, has more storage and has Thunderbolt or USB4. The Lenovo V15 still is lighter and has Ethernet, so it's worth a look if that matters more to you.
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Key differences
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Performance
Evenly matched
Both have the power for photo and video editing, with 16 GB of memory each.
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Gaming
HP OmniBook 7 16 wins
The HP OmniBook 7 16's built-in graphics manages light and older games, while the Lenovo V15's built-in graphics isn't made for games.
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Display
Evenly matched
Closely matched screens: 15.6" Full HD against 16" Full HD 300 nits.
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Battery life
HP OmniBook 7 16 wins
The HP OmniBook 7 16 should last longer: up to 21.75 hours against up to 11.2 hours.
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Connectivity
HP OmniBook 7 16 wins
The HP OmniBook 7 16 is better connected. Only it has Thunderbolt/USB4.
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Portability
Lenovo V15 wins
The Lenovo V15 is easier to carry at 1.61 kg, against 1.91 kg.
Other differences
- Storage HP OmniBook 7 16 wins
The HP OmniBook 7 16 has twice the storage: 1 TB against 512 GB.
- Extras HP OmniBook 7 16 wins
Only the HP OmniBook 7 16 has a backlit keyboard.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Lenovo V15 if…
- You'll move it around the house or office: it's 0.3 kg lighter.
- You plug things in: it has Ethernet (for wired internet).
- You might want more memory later: you can add it yourself.
Choose the HP OmniBook 7 16 if…
- You work away from a plug: it should last longer on a charge (its maker claims up to 21.75 hours).
- You store lots of photos, videos or games: it has 1 TB of storage.
- You plug things in: it has Thunderbolt or USB4 (for fast docks and drives).
- You want a backlit keyboard, handy for typing in dim rooms.
Full spec comparison
The HP OmniBook 7 16 leads on battery and weight and extras; elsewhere the two are closely matched.
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Performance
Each laptop has its strengths on performance.
The Lenovo V15 can be upgraded, while the HP OmniBook 7 16 has more storage.
| Spec | Lenovo V15 (Gen 5) | HP OmniBook 7 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i5-13420H | Intel Core Ultra 5 225H |
| Graphics | Intel UHD Graphics | Intel Arc 130T |
| Memory (RAM) | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory type | DDR5-5200 | DDR5-5600 |
| Maximum memory | 32 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory upgrades | Upgradeable (slots) | Soldered (not upgradeable) |
| Storage | 512 GB | 1 TB |
| Storage type | SSD | SSD |
| Storage interface | PCIe NVMe M.2 2242 | PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 2280 |
| Storage slots | 1 | 2 |
Screen
On the screen, it comes down to what you need.
The HP OmniBook 7 16 has a slightly bigger screen: 16" against 15.6". The HP OmniBook 7 16 has a slightly bigger screen, and the Lenovo V15 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Lenovo V15 (Gen 5) | HP OmniBook 7 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 15.6" | 16" |
| Resolution | Full HD (1920 x 1080) | Full HD+ (1920 x 1200) |
| Aspect ratio | 16:9 | 16:10 |
| Panel | — | IPS |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Variable refresh (VRR) | No | No |
| Brightness | — | 300 nits |
| Colour range | 45% NTSC | 62.5% sRGB |
| HDR | None | None |
| Finish | Matte | Matte |
| Touchscreen | No | No |
Battery and size
Each laptop has its strengths on battery and weight.
The Lenovo V15 is lighter, while the HP OmniBook 7 16 lasts longer on a charge and is slimmer.
| Spec | Lenovo V15 (Gen 5) | HP OmniBook 7 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery life (maker claim) | Up to 11.2 hours | Up to 21.75 hours |
| Battery capacity | 47 Wh | 70 Wh |
| Charger | — | 100 W |
| Charges via | round tip / USB-C PD | USB-C |
| Fast charging | 80% in 1 hour (Rapid Charge) | approximately 50% in 30 minutes |
| Weight | 1.61 kg | 1.91 kg |
| Dimensions | 359.2 x 235.8 x 18.3 mm | 357.8 x 254.8 x 15 mm |
| Materials | PC-ABS lid and base | Glacier silver aluminum, sandblasted anodized finish |
| Durability | MIL-STD-810H | US military-grade standard testing |
| Colour | Business Black | Glacier silver |
| Colours available | Business Black, Luna Grey | Glacier silver, Meteor silver |
Ports and wireless
The HP OmniBook 7 16 is ahead on ports and wireless.
The Lenovo V15 has Ethernet, while the HP OmniBook 7 16 has Thunderbolt or USB4 and has Wi-Fi 6E.
| Spec | Lenovo V15 (Gen 5) | HP OmniBook 7 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Ports | 2x USB-A 5Gbps, 1x USB-C 5Gbps (USB PD 45-65W, DisplayPort 1.2), 1x HDMI 1.4b, 1x 3.5 mm audio, 1x Gigabit Ethernet RJ-45, 1x round-tip power | 1x USB-A 10 Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen 2), 1x USB-A 5 Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen 1), 1x USB-C 10 Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen 2; charging, DisplayPort 1.4a, Sleep and Charge), 1x Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C 40 Gbps; charging, DisplayPort 2.1, Sleep and Charge), 1x HDMI 2.1, 1x 3.5 mm headphone/microphone combo |
| Thunderbolt / USB4 | None | Thunderbolt 4 |
| External displays (max) | 2 | 2 |
| Card reader | None | None |
| Ethernet | 1 GbE RJ-45 | None |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Wi-Fi card | Wi-Fi 6 802.11ax 2x2 M.2 card | Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX211 (2x2) |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.2 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Mobile data | None | None |
Features
The HP OmniBook 7 16 is ahead on extras.
It has a backlit keyboard and has a sharper webcam, and the Lenovo V15 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Lenovo V15 (Gen 5) | HP OmniBook 7 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Webcam | 720p | 5 MP + IR |
| Webcam privacy | physical shutter | physical shutter |
| Backlit keyboard | No | Yes |
| Keyboard | spill-resistant, numeric keypad, 1.3 mm travel, Copilot key, non-backlit | Full-size, backlit, soft gray, numeric keypad |
| Login | — | Face |
| Number pad | Yes | Yes |
| Touchpad | 62 x 104 mm Mylar Precision touchpad | HP Imagepad, Precision touchpad with multitouch gestures |
| Speakers | 2x 1.5W | Dual speakers, DTS:X Ultra, HP Audio Boost, Poly Studio |
| Microphones | dual-array | dual-array digital microphones |
| Pen | No | No |
| Security | Kensington Nano lock | TPM 2.0 (firmware), camera privacy shutter, mic mute key |
Software and model
The HP OmniBook 7 16 is ahead on software and updates.
It is newer, and the Lenovo V15 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Lenovo V15 (Gen 5) | HP OmniBook 7 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Home |
| Model number | — | BG3G9EA |
| Released | 2024 | 2025 |