If you prioritize a higher performance and better display for tasks like engineering or creative work, the HP Dragonfly Pro 14" is a better choice since it has more powerful processing, better screen quality, and higher resolution. Despite being pricier, it's also lighter which makes it more portable. On the other hand, if you're looking for a more economical option for general use, the HP Envy x360 15" could serve you well. It offers a larger screen and is still capable for daily tasks, but has lower performance capabilities and a smaller storage space compared to the Dragonfly Pro. Keep in mind, the Envy's larger screen size makes it slightly less portable. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP Dragonfly Pro 14"
Very good for general use
Good for engineering and design
Good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Very good portability
Best in class speakers
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the HP Envy x360 15"
The HP Envy x360 15" has no clear advantages over the HP Dragonfly Pro 14".
Key differences
General Use
8.0/10
7.2/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
405.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
271.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
8.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" is very good for general use, while the HP Envy x360 15" is good.
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" boasts a more powerful CPU and double the RAM of the HP Envy x360 15", supporting demanding tasks with greater ease, complemented by a screen that provides higher resolution, brightness, and color accuracy, all in a lighter package for enhanced portability and longer battery life. Meanwhile, the Envy x360 offers a larger screen and the versatility of a convertible 2-in-1 design but has lower storage capacity and screen quality, and while it has excellent heat management, it falls short on overall performance compared to the Dragonfly Pro.
Engineering and Design
7.6/10
6.5/10
7.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.6/10
3.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" is good for engineering and design, while the HP Envy x360 15" is only fair.
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" is better for engineering and design because it has more RAM and a higher performance CPU and GPU, crucial for demanding applications, plus a superior display in terms of resolution and color accuracy, important for design precision. In contrast, the HP Envy x360 15" offers less RAM, a less powerful CPU and GPU, and a display with lower resolution and color coverage, which may affect performance in engineering simulations and detailed design work.
Content Creation
7.9/10
7.3/10
7.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.6/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" and HP Envy x360 15" are both good for content creation, though the HP Dragonfly Pro 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
7.8/10
7.2/10
7.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" and HP Envy x360 15" are both good for software development, though the HP Dragonfly Pro 14" 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
7.1/10
6.2/10
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
405.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
271.0 nits
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" has a better screen than the HP Envy x360 15" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The HP Dragonfly Pro's screen boasts a combination of high resolution and brightness, making it excellent for general use and detailed engineering tasks where clarity is crucial. Its color gamut coverage ensures accurate color reproduction, a significant aspect for engineering and design work. However, its lower refresh rate limits its appeal for gaming and 3D applications, where smoother visuals are essential.
Portability
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3.4 lbs
WEIGHT
4.4 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" has very good portability, while the HP Envy x360 15" has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5/10
7.2/10
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" has very good 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
$1,400
$430
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" has a price of $1,400 and the HP Envy x360 15" costs $430.
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" and HP Envy x360 15" are both only fair for gaming and AI.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Battery
10.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" has 10 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.
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How the HP Dragonfly Pro 14" and the HP Envy x360 15" compare to other laptops
"I’d say that the HP Dragonfly Pro checks off most of the boxes for this freelancer. It feels nice to use, is zippy and responsive, has great speakers, and even has a relatively sane price. Although it’s an unorthodox choice to pick AMD for this kind of machine, it’s clear that when Ryzen is given a chance to shine, it can kick a lot of butt."
"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."
Get a great deal on the HP Dragonfly Pro 14" or the HP Envy x360 15"
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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