Question 1

Which is better, HP Pavilion Gaming Desktop TG01 or Lenovo IdeaCentre Gaming 5?

Accepted Answer

Based on our testing, the Lenovo IdeaCentre Gaming 5 scores higher overall at 8.6/10. The HP Pavilion Gaming Desktop TG01 scored 8.4/10 and the Lenovo IdeaCentre Gaming 5 scored 8.6/10 in our Best Gaming PCs Under $500 2026 evaluation.

Question 2

Is the HP Pavilion Gaming Desktop TG01 worth it over the Lenovo IdeaCentre Gaming 5?

Accepted Answer

The HP Pavilion Gaming Desktop TG01 scores 8.4/10 while the Lenovo IdeaCentre Gaming 5 scores 8.6/10. The HP Pavilion Gaming Desktop TG01 is our "Best Overall" pick in the Best Gaming PCs Under $500 2026 category.

HP Pavilion Gaming Desktop TG01 vs Lenovo IdeaCentre Gaming 5: Which to Buy?