Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (2025) vs HP OMEN Transcend 14 (2026): Which Laptop Should You Buy?
Quick Verdict
The HP OMEN Transcend 14 (2026) scores 8.0 versus 7.6 for the Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (2025), making it the stronger all-rounder. The HP OMEN Transcend 14 (2026) is the cheaper option at $2,399. Choose based on the use cases below: the OMEN Transcend 14 (2026) leads overall, while the Legion Pro 5 (2025) can still be the better pick for specific needs.
Key Differences
- Faster overall: Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (2025) (Geekbench multi 19,200 vs 16,800).
- Longer battery: HP OMEN Transcend 14 (2026) (8.4h vs 6.4h web).
- Lighter: HP OMEN Transcend 14 (2026) (1.63 kg vs 2.5 kg).
- Display: IPS (Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (2025)) vs OLED (HP OMEN Transcend 14 (2026)).
- Cheaper: HP OMEN Transcend 14 (2026) (saves about $100 CAD).
Legion Pro 5 (2025) vs OMEN Transcend 14 (2026): Full Breakdown
Performance: the Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (2025) is the stronger performer, posting a multi-core Geekbench score of 19,200 against 16,800 for the HP OMEN Transcend 14 (2026) — roughly 14% faster in CPU-heavy work like exports and compiling. In our 1080p gaming suite, the Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (2025) averaged 118 FPS versus 112 FPS. The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (2025) is the better pick if you game or edit video.
Battery and portability: the HP OMEN Transcend 14 (2026) lasts longer away from a charger, running 8.4 hours in our web-browsing test versus 6.4 hours. The HP OMEN Transcend 14 (2026) is also easier to carry at 1.63 kg versus 2.5 kg, which matters if you commute or travel.
Display: the Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (2025) uses a 16-inch IPS panel (2560 x 1600, 240Hz), while the HP OMEN Transcend 14 (2026) has a 14-inch OLED panel (2880 x 1800, 120Hz). The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (2025) measured brighter at 512 nits, and covered 86% of DCI-P3 — relevant for outdoor use and colour work.
Price and value: the HP OMEN Transcend 14 (2026) is the cheaper option in Canada, about $100 less than the Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (2025). Weighed against our test scores (7.6 vs 8.0 overall), the Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (2025) offers the better value for the money, while the HP OMEN Transcend 14 (2026) is the stronger laptop outright if budget is not the deciding factor.
For the complete testing data, read our full Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (2025) review and HP OMEN Transcend 14 (2026) review.
Where these laptops rank
Both the Legion Pro 5 (2025) and the OMEN Transcend 14 (2026) feature in these BestLaptop.ca rankings:
Winner by Use Case
Specs & Scores Comparison
| Spec | Legion Pro 5 (2025) | OMEN Transcend 14 (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 7.6 | 8.0 ✓ |
| Price (CAD) | $2,499 | $2,399 ✓ |
| CPU | Intel Core i9-14900HX | Intel Core Ultra 9 285H |
| GPU | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 (140W) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 (90W) |
| RAM | 32GB DDR5 | 32GB LPDDR5x |
| Storage | 1000GB | 1000GB |
| Display | 16" IPS | 14" OLED |
| Brightness | 512 nits ✓ | 398 nits |
| Battery (web) | 6.4 h | 8.4 h ✓ |
| Weight | 2.5 kg | 1.63 kg ✓ |
| Geekbench multi | 19,200 ✓ | 16,800 |
| Gaming (1080p) | 118 fps ✓ | 112 fps |
| OS | Windows 11 | Windows 11 |
| Warranty | 1-year limited | 1-year limited |
Which Should You Buy?
The HP OMEN Transcend 14 (2026) scores 8.0 versus 7.6 for the Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (2025), making it the stronger all-rounder. The HP OMEN Transcend 14 (2026) is the cheaper option at $2,399. Choose based on the use cases below: the OMEN Transcend 14 (2026) leads overall, while the Legion Pro 5 (2025) can still be the better pick for specific needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I buy the Legion Pro 5 (2025) or the OMEN Transcend 14 (2026)?
The HP OMEN Transcend 14 (2026) scores 8.0 versus 7.6 for the Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (2025), making it the stronger all-rounder. The HP OMEN Transcend 14 (2026) is the cheaper option at $2,399. Choose based on the use cases below: the OMEN Transcend 14 (2026) leads overall, while the Legion Pro 5 (2025) can still be the better pick for specific needs.
Which is better for school?
The HP OMEN Transcend 14 (2026) is the better choice for school.
Which is better for business?
The HP OMEN Transcend 14 (2026) is the better choice for business.
Which is better for gaming?
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (2025) is the better choice for gaming.
Which is better for multimedia?
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (2025) is the better choice for multimedia.
Which is better for programming?
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (2025) is the better choice for programming.
Which is better for travel?
The HP OMEN Transcend 14 (2026) is the better choice for travel.
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