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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X offers high performance for intensive engineering tasks and creative work due to a powerful processor and advanced graphics but it's quite heavy, making it less portable. It also has a premium price tag. In contrast, the HP Spectre x360 is more affordable, lighter for better portability, and it has a considerably longer battery life. If you're not focused on the most demanding tasks and prefer a device that's easier to carry around and won't require charging as often, the HP Spectre x360 could serve your needs well. Both laptops have high-quality keyboards and touchscreens with a similar size, but the ASUS has a better display for color-sensitive work. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good overall display quality
Advantages of the HP Spectre x360
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good battery life
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.5
6.6
6.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
3072 x 1920
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is good for gaming and AI, while the HP Spectre x360 is only fair.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is equipped with a Nvidia RTX 3060 which offers robust performance for gaming and 3D applications, while both the Zenbook and the HP Spectre x360 have a screen refresh rate of 60Hz which is suitable but not top-tier for gaming. The Spectre relies on the Intel Iris Xe graphics which, though capable, aren't as powerful as dedicated GPUs like the Nvidia RTX 3060 found in the ASUS.
Engineering and Design
8.6
8.0
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
6.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X and HP Spectre x360 are both very good for engineering and design, though the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is somewhat better.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X's superior GPU (RTX 3060) and high-quality screen make it very suitable for demanding engineering and design tasks, offering robust performance and detailed visuals. In contrast, while the HP Spectre x360 has a capable CPU and good screen resolution, its integrated graphics are less powerful, making it a more portable but less optimal choice for intensive graphical work.
Screen Quality
8.3
7.6
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
3072 x 1920
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
354.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
406.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has a better screen than the HP Spectre x360 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and content creation.
For general use, both the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X and the HP Spectre x360 offer vivid displays with high resolution and brightness, providing a sharp and clear visual experience. Their wide color gamuts ensure accurate color reproduction essential for engineering and design tasks, allowing for precision work with visual elements. However, their lower refresh rates, while not an issue for day-to-day tasks or professional design, could lead to less smooth visuals during gaming or running 3D applications where higher refresh rates are beneficial to keep up with fast-paced action or complex rendering.
Battery
7.0 Hours
11.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has 7 hours of battery life. The HP Spectre x360 has 11 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
7.6
8.5
The HP Spectre x360 has very good build quality, while the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,300
$1,000
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has a price of $1,300 and the HP Spectre x360 costs $1,000.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.3
8.2
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
3072 x 1920
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
354.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
406.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
11.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.3/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X and HP Spectre x360 are both very good for general use.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X offers a high-resolution OLED screen, ample RAM, and a powerful CPU, which makes it excellent for general use, but its battery life and higher weight reduce its portability compared to the HP Spectre x360. On the other hand, the HP Spectre x360 provides similar CPU and RAM specifications, excellent speaker and build quality, longer battery life, and is lighter, enhancing its portability for general use, though its screen resolution and GPU are less powerful than the ASUS.
Content Creation
8.5
8.2
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
3072 x 1920
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X and HP Spectre x360 are both very good for content creation.
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
8.2
8.3
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
3072 x 1920
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The HP Spectre x360 and ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X are both very good for software development.
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.
Portability
Good
Good
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
5.2 lbs
WEIGHT
4.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X and HP Spectre x360 both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X and the HP Spectre x360 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X | HP Spectre x360 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,300 | $1,000 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 1, 2022 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 9.9'' x 0.7'' | 14.1'' x 9.7'' x 0.78'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.29 lbs | 4.74 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.98" | 14.09" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.88" | 9.66" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12700H | Intel i7-13700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7 Hours | 11 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 96 Wh | 90 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | OLED | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3840 x 2400 | 3072 x 1920 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 354 nits | 406 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.6/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.4/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.5/10 | 9.6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1440p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X
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Marc Herter, Alex Wätzel | November 2023
"The new Zenbook Pro 16X is more powerful, quieter and doesn't need to shy away from dedicated workstations and gamers. It is also comparatively compact, and our test device is the best Zenbook that we've reviewed so far. It seems equally suitable for content creators and gamers or anyone looking for a very powerful laptop that is still slim."
HP Spectre x360
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Eric Grevstad | August 2022
"As we said, Lenovo's Yoga 9i is a tough competitor to the Spectre with an equally admirable OLED display. We're sad that neither of them has an HDMI port nor a niche or slot to hold the stylus, though the HP wins points for its bundled mini docking station and magnetically attached pen. Your choice will come down to screen shape—and in our eyes, just as seeing an OLED screen spoils you for an IPS panel, enjoying a tall 3:2 display spoils you for a more conventional view. The HP Spectre x360 13.5 is our new favorite 2-in-1."
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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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