If portability and high performance for tasks like video editing or 3D graphics are priorities, the MacBook Pro could be a better choice, though it tends to be pricier. However, if you're looking for a convertible laptop with a touchscreen and possibly a pen for drawing or taking notes, the HP Envy x360 might suit you better. The MacBook Pro generally offers a longer battery life and a more robust build quality, while the HP Envy is more versatile due to its 2-in-1 design. Consider what you'll use the laptop for most when making your decision. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019)
Good for engineering and design
Very good for content creation
Good overall display quality
Best in class overall build quality
Best in class speakers
Best in class keyboard
Advantages of the HP Envy x360 15"
The HP Envy x360 15" has no clear advantages over the Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019).
Key differences
General Use
7.8/10
7.2/10
3072 x 1920
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
477.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
271.0 nits
12.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
9.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019) and HP Envy x360 15" are both good for general use, though the Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019) is somewhat better.
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019) is equipped with a high-quality IPS screen with superior resolution, color coverage, and brightness that pair with a powerful Intel i7 CPU and ample RAM, making it optimal for general use with a focus on visual tasks, but its portability and battery life are just good. On the other hand, the HP Envy x360 15" has a touchscreen IPS display with moderate brightness and color coverage, includes the versatile AMD Ryzen 5 CPU, and its 2-in-1 convertible form factor supports general use with added flexibility, although its storage capacity and RAM are less than the MacBook, with only good battery life and portability.
Engineering and Design
7.5/10
6.5/10
4.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.6/10
4.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019) is good for engineering and design, while the HP Envy x360 15" is only fair.
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019) offers superior CPU, RAM, and GPU performance, along with a higher-quality display, making it well-suited for power-intensive engineering and design tasks, at the expense of being less portable than the HP Envy x360 15". In contrast, while the HP Envy x360 15" is more portable and still maintains a fair level of performance, its capabilities in CPU, RAM, GPU, and screen quality are less robust when compared to the MacBook Pro, which may impact demanding software applications used in engineering and design.
Content Creation
8.0/10
7.3/10
4.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.6/10
3072 x 1920
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019) is very good for content creation, while the HP Envy x360 15" is good.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Software Development
7.9/10
7.2/10
4.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
3072 x 1920
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
9.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019) and HP Envy x360 15" are both good for software development, though the Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019) is somewhat better.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
Screen Quality
7.8/10
6.2/10
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3072 x 1920
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
477.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
271.0 nits
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 has a better screen than the HP Envy x360 15" for general use, AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, the Apple MacBook Pro 16 offers a high-resolution display with excellent brightness and a panel type renowned for vivid colors and sharpness, while the HP Envy x360 15" has a fair display with lower brightness, making it less suitable for outdoor use or brightly lit environments. In engineering and design, the MacBook Pro excels with its wide color gamuts that ensure accurate color representation crucial for professional work, but the HP Envy's narrower color range may not satisfy those with a critical eye for color precision. When it comes to 3D applications, the MacBook Pro's screen falls short due to a standard refresh rate that can't keep up with fast-moving visuals, while the HP Envy also lags in performance for gaming and 3D, with both resolution and panel type being less optimal for the smooth and detailed graphics demanded in these areas.
Battery
12.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 has 12 hours of battery life. The HP Envy x360 15" has 10 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
Build Quality
10.0/10
7.2/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019) has best in class build quality, while the HP Envy x360 15" has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$569
$430
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
$900
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019) has a price of $569 and the HP Envy x360 15" costs $430.
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019) and HP Envy x360 15" are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019) with its AMD Radeon Pro GPU and standard screen refresh rate is fair for 3D applications but may not support many popular games due to macOS compatibility issues. The HP Envy x360, although having an integrated GPU that's less powerful compared to dedicated gaming GPUs and the same standard screen refresh rate, runs Windows, which supports a wider range of games, making it fair for gaming and 3D tasks.
Portability
Good
Good
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
4.3 lbs
WEIGHT
4.4 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019) and HP Envy x360 15" both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2019) and the HP Envy x360 15" compare to other laptops
"The Apple MacBook Pro 16 2023: M2 Max challenges GeForce RTX 3080 Ti. The new MacBook Pro 16 2023 with the M2 Max SoC is the most powerful laptop Apple has on sale right now. While we do not get the expected performance and efficiency improvements from completely new 3 nm chips, which we expected ahead of the launch, the 2023 model is still a solid update. The CPU of the M2 Max can be up to 20 % faster than the old model and we also see an advantage of 25-30 % for the GPU with 38 cores. However, both components also consume more power, so the efficiency did not change that much under maximum load."
"Despite its good looks, stellar webcam and comfortable keyboard, the Envy x360 15 is hard to recommend because of its dim, 16:9 display. If the display isn't an issue for you, just be sure to wait for a good sale price. Otherwise, a more modern two-in-one with a 16:10 display such as the Dell Inspiron 16 2-in-1 or Lenovo Yoga 7i 16 provides a larger workspace without adding much to the size and weight of the system."
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About Apple
Apple, an American technology company, is one of the world’s largest company in terms of market capitalization. Their MacBook laptops feature a slim, minimalistic design, class-leading battery life, and premium display and speaker quality. In 2020 Apple switched from using Intel processors to their own silicon chips which have excellent performance and efficiency. The macOS operating system is the second most widely used OS, after Windows.
About HP
HP, also known as Hewlett-Packard, is an American technology company that develops personal computers and computer peripherals. In the laptop industry, HP is known for its entry level Essential series laptops, its mid-range Pavilion, Envy, and Victus series, and high-end Omen and Spectre series, in addition to its business-oriented EliteBook, ProBook, and Dragonfly series laptops. HP laptops generally undercut other mainstream competitors in terms of price, placing itself as the value-oriented mainstream brand.
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