If you need high performance for gaming or demanding tasks, the ASUS ROG Flow X16 offers stronger graphics and processing power, making it a better choice. However, if your priority is a lightweight and versatile laptop, the HP Spectre x360 14 is more portable and has a sleek design for everyday use and productivity, with the added benefit of a convertible touchscreen. The ASUS will typically have shorter battery life due to its powerful hardware, whereas the HP will likely last longer on a charge, which is important if you're often on the go. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Flow X16
Good for gaming and AI
Advantages of the HP Spectre x360 14
Very good for software development
Very good portability
Good battery life
Key differences
General Use
8.0/10
8.7/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
502.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
384.0 nits
5.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.4/10
The HP Spectre x360 14 and ASUS ROG Flow X16 are both very good for general use, though the HP Spectre x360 14 is somewhat better.
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 features a powerful CPU and ample RAM, ensuring smooth performance for intensive tasks, and its high-quality screen is excellent for gaming and creative work, but it's less portable and has a shorter battery life compared to lighter laptops. The HP Spectre x360 14 offers a balance with a good CPU and RAM for general tasks, a high-quality screen, and greater portability due to its smaller size and longer battery life, making it a better option for those who prioritize working on the go.
Gaming and AI
7.6/10
6.8/10
7.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
9.5/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 is good for gaming and AI, while the HP Spectre x360 14 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Flow X16, with a higher-end GPU and faster screen refresh rate, excels in gaming and 3D applications, offering smoother visuals and better overall performance for these intense tasks. Meanwhile, the HP Spectre x360 14, while still capable with a decent CPU and good screen quality, falls short for demanding gaming and 3D work due to its less powerful GPU and lower refresh rate.
Content Creation
8.0/10
8.7/10
8.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The HP Spectre x360 14 and ASUS ROG Flow X16 are both very good for content creation, though the HP Spectre x360 14 is somewhat better.
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
7.7/10
8.4/10
8.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The HP Spectre x360 14 is very good for software development, while the ASUS ROG Flow X16 is good.
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
8.5/10
8.6/10
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
502.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
384.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 has a better screen than the HP Spectre x360 14 for gaming and AI, while the HP Spectre x360 14 has a better screen for general use, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, both the ASUS ROG Flow X16 and the HP Spectre x360 14 have panels with high resolution and brightness, making text clear and images vibrant, which contributes to their very good screen quality. In engineering and design tasks, the accurate color reproduction offered by wide color gamuts like DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB on these laptops ensures that professionals can trust the colors they see on screen for precise work. However, for 3D and gaming, the lower refresh rates on these screens may lead to less smooth visuals which are not ideal for fast-paced or highly detailed visual content, hence their poor screen quality in these scenarios.
Battery
5.5 Hours
9.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 has 5.5 hours of battery life. The HP Spectre x360 14 has 9 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.
Portability
Good
Very Good
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.4 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The HP Spectre x360 14 has very good portability, while the ASUS ROG Flow X16 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,300
$1,630
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 has a price of $1,300 and the HP Spectre x360 14 costs $1,630.
The HP Spectre x360 14 and ASUS ROG Flow X16 are both very good for engineering and design.
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 is equipped with high-performance CPU, GPU, and ample RAM, making it ideal for resource-intensive engineering software, and it boasts a high-quality screen, beneficial for design work; however, its power may affect portability and operating noise. Meanwhile, the HP Spectre x360 14 offers a balance of solid performance with portability, good keyboard and speakers, making it a versatile choice for engineering tasks, while still offering a high-quality screen suitable for design, but it may not handle extremely demanding tasks as smoothly as the ASUS.
Build Quality
8.5/10
8.5/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 and HP Spectre x360 14 both have very good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the ASUS ROG Flow X16 and the HP Spectre x360 14 compare to other laptops
"Above all else, the Asus ROG Flow X16 is one thing - versatile! It is a thin, mobile work device, it's a 2-in-1, tablet, a powerful workstation and even a gaming PC. But something even more surprising: It does all of these things really well without making any big blunders. It's anything but a lazy compromise. Because, despite its compact dimensions and 2-in-1 functionality, the hardware isn't throttled and boasts, at least in turbo mode, above-average performance."
"The numbers don’t lie — the HP Spectre x360 14 (2024) is a star, and a hell of a one at that. From performance to battery life, this machine is a dream. But why didn’t I give it a perfect score? Well, I wish the display performed better and that there were more ports to go around. If you’re itching for someone a little cheaper that offers a brighter display and significantly more battery life, I can only recommend the MacBook Pro 14 as a suitable substitute. Otherwise, the HP Spectre x360 14 (2024) is the perfect choice for those who want a reliable premium laptop."
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About ASUS
ASUS, a Taiwanese electronics brand, is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. The majority of their laptops are targeted towards personal use or gaming. Their most popular product lines include the budget-friendly VivoBook, more premium ZenBook, and their TUF and ROG gaming laptops, the latter of which has a reputation for excellent gaming performance.
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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