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Updated January 10, 2024·
The HP 14" Laptop is more budget-friendly and offers good general use performance with ample storage. It's bulkier and heavier, making it less portable, and does not have a touchscreen. On the other hand, the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 costs more, but offers superior screen quality with its OLED panel and a better battery life, along with greater storage and memory. It's lighter and has a better portability score, and the inclusion of a touchscreen adds versatility. For rigorous tasks like engineering, 3D rendering, or machine learning, consider the Galaxy Book2 360 for its higher performance. If your tasks are generally less demanding and cost is a major consideration, the HP may suffice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP 14" Laptop
- The HP 14" Laptop has no clear advantages over the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360.
Advantages of the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360
- Good for general use
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for software development
- Good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- Excellent portability
- Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
6.7
7.6
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
265.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
375.0 nits
8.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.3/10
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 is good for general use, while the HP 14" Laptop is only fair.
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 offers more RAM and a higher quality OLED screen than the HP 14" Laptop, factors that contribute to its better suitability for general use with smoother multitasking and more vibrant display. Additionally, the Galaxy Book2 360 boasts longer battery life and a lighter, convertible form factor, enhancing portability and versatility compared to the heavier and less adaptable HP 14" Laptop.
Engineering and Design
6.0
7.3
4.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 is good for engineering and design, while the HP 14" Laptop is only fair.
The HP 14" Laptop offers standard capabilities suitable for engineering and design tasks with its AMD Ryzen 5 CPU, integrated Vega 7 GPU, and 8 GB RAM, along with a 14-inch IPS display which provides decent screen quality but may lack in high-end color accuracy or contrast. In contrast, the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 comes with a more powerful Intel i7 CPU, Iris Xe graphics, 16 GB RAM, and a 13.3-inch OLED touchscreen that boasts higher brightness, color coverage, and contrast, offering better performance and visual fidelity desirable for more intensive engineering and design applications.
Content Creation
7.0
7.6
4.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 and HP 14" Laptop are both good for content creation, though the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 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
6.8
7.4
4.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 is good for software development, while the HP 14" Laptop is only fair.
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
6.3
7.8
14.0in
SIZE
13.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
265.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
375.0 nits
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 has a better screen than the HP 14" Laptop for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The HP 14" Laptop offers adequate clarity and brightness for everyday activities like browsing and document editing, but it doesn't have the high color accuracy and wide color gamut needed for precision engineering and design work. Meanwhile, the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360's superior screen delivers vibrant, accurate colors and better resolution that make it more suitable for professional creative tasks, though neither are optimal for gaming or 3D because they lack the high refresh rates required for smooth motion and fast-paced visuals. For gaming or working with 3D applications, you'd ideally look for a laptop with a higher refresh rate and good resolution to ensure a better visual experience.
Portability
Very Good
Excellent
14.0in
SIZE
13.3in
3.2 lbs
WEIGHT
2.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 has excellent portability, while the HP 14" Laptop has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.0
7.8
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 has good build quality, while the HP 14" Laptop has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$418
$800
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The HP 14" Laptop has a price of $418 and the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 costs $800.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
5.8
6.2
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
9.5/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 to be only fair for gaming and AI, while the HP 14" Laptop is poor.
The HP 14" Laptop has an AMD Ryzen 5 5500U Vega 7 GPU and a standard 60Hz screen refresh rate, which is adequate for casual gaming and 3D applications but may struggle with demanding games and tasks. Similarly, the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360's Intel i7-1255U Iris Xe graphics and 60Hz refresh rate offer passable performance for general use and light gaming but may not handle intense gaming and 3D workloads smoothly.
Battery
8.5 Hours
8.0 Hours
The HP 14" Laptop has 8.5 hours of battery life. The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 has 8 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.
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How the HP 14" Laptop and the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| HP 14" Laptop | Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$418 | $800 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 1, 2021 | July 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.8'' x 8.9'' x 0.7'' | 12'' x 8'' x 0.51'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.22 lbs | 2.56 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.76" | 11.98" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.86" | 7.95" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 5 5500U | Intel i7-1255U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8.5 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 41 Wh | 61.1 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 13.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | OLED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 265 nits | 375 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.3/10 | 9.4/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8.8/10 | 9.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | No | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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HP 14" Laptop
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Consumer Reports
Nicholas De Leon | October 2022
"This feels like an ideal laptop for someone who doesn’t want to spend a lot of money on a laptop and isn’t too bothered by things like build quality or construction. It’s a laptop that will be used to pay bills, keep track of expenses, do some online shopping, and will be tucked away in a spare bedroom/home office. It’s an appliance designed to do a job without fuss. It’s not a premium experience—the materials do feel a little cheap, the display won’t exactly wow you, and the battery life is nothing to write home about, especially if you’ve used more expensive devices. But overall it’s not too shabby, especially for the price."
Samsung Galaxy Book2 360
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Cliff Joseph | June 2022
"Samsung gets all the basics right with the Book2 360. Its convertible design works well in both laptop and tablet modes, yet still manages to be highly portable, with impressive battery life and eye-catching AMOLED display. The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 measures just 12.9mm thick and weighs 1.16kg, making it one of the most affordable ultra-portables currently available. It’s sturdily built too, so it can cope with life on the road."
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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.
About Samsung
Samsung Electronics is one of the largest technology corporation by revenue. Based in South Korea, they are very well known for their wide range of phones, tablets, TVs and appliances. Their main line of laptops is the Galaxy Book series, launched in 2017. This range includes 2-in-1 convertible devices and standard notebooks, with a focus on portability and value for money.
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