Help me choose between PPO and HDHP

I started a new job recently and I'm very confused by the medical insurance options my new employer offers. It's simple in that there's only a PPO option and a HDHP option. But I'm confused because the broker as well as several coworkers have all mentioned that the HDHP option is hands down the superior choice in pretty much all scenarios. I've always understood that HDHPs are generally better/cheaper for those who don't see the doctor much or have a lot of health issues, so I don't really understand why everyone's saying that's the clear winner here?

PPO HDHP Annual payroll deduction / annual healthcare cost $729 $587 Annual out of pocket maximum (for individual) $3,000 $3,000 Annual employer HSA contribution $0 $750 Annual deductible (for individual) $500 $1,600

Detailed comparison of the 2 plans: https://imgur.com/a/tg3oBJ9

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