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Updated January 10, 2024·
The HP Envy 17 offers a larger screen and longer battery life, which might be beneficial if you prefer a bigger display and less frequent charging, but its size and weight make it less portable. Though typically less expensive, it may fall slightly behind in performance during heavy tasks like 3D rendering or machine learning. On the other hand, the HP Spectre x360 boasts a higher resolution screen with better color coverage, making it superior for tasks that require color accuracy, such as photo editing. Its lighter weight enhances portability, and it has a better build quality, webcam, and speaker system, but these features come at a higher cost. If budget is a concern and portability isn't crucial, the Envy 17 could serve well, while the Spectre x360 is a more robust option for on-the-go use and visually intensive work. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP Envy 17
- The HP Envy 17 has no clear advantages over the HP Spectre x360.
Advantages of the HP Spectre x360
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good battery life
- Best in class speakers
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.5
8.2
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3072 x 1920
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
329.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
406.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
11.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.3/10
The HP Spectre x360 is very good for general use, while the HP Envy 17 is good.
The HP Spectre x360 is rated very good for general use because it has a higher resolution display, better speaker and webcam quality, and provides more battery life alongside its versatility as a 2-in-1 convertible, which outweighs the slightly larger screen of the HP Envy 17. While both have similar CPU and RAM, the Spectre's superior portability score indicates it's easier to carry around, making it more suitable for users who need a high-quality, flexible, and portable device.
Engineering and Design
7.4
8.0
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The HP Spectre x360 is very good for engineering and design, while the HP Envy 17 is good.
The HP Envy 17 and HP Spectre x360 both feature robust processors, ample RAM, and integrated graphics well-suited for engineering and design; however, the Spectre x360 offers a superior screen resolution and versatility as a 2-in-1 convertible device.
Content Creation
7.5
8.2
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3072 x 1920
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The HP Spectre x360 is very good for content creation, while the HP Envy 17 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
7.5
8.3
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3072 x 1920
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The HP Spectre x360 is very good for software development, while the HP Envy 17 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
6.8
7.6
17.3in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3072 x 1920
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
329.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
406.0 nits
The HP Spectre x360 has a better screen than the HP Envy 17 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The HP Envy 17 offers a large, bright display with high resolution, great for everyday tasks and detailed engineering work, but its slower refresh rate makes it less ideal for the fast-paced visuals required in gaming and 3D applications. The HP Spectre x360 boasts not only high resolution and brightness but also strong color accuracy, providing vibrant visuals for general use and precision for professional design, yet like the Envy, falls short for gaming due to its lower refresh rate. The quality in both machines is compromised for gaming and 3D work, where smoother motion through higher refresh rates is crucial for an immersive experience.
Battery
8.0 Hours
11.0 Hours
The HP Envy 17 has 8 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
7.2
8.5
The HP Spectre x360 has very good build quality, while the HP Envy 17 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
6.4
6.6
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3072 x 1920
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The HP Spectre x360 and HP Envy 17 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The HP Spectre x360 is rated higher for gaming and 3D tasks than the HP Envy 17 mainly because, despite both laptops having similar GPUs and refresh rates, the Spectre x360 has a higher battery capacity which can sustain longer gaming sessions and a higher-resolution screen for more detailed visuals. Additionally, while both CPUs are the same, the Spectre's screen quality in terms of resolution and colorspace coverage outshines that of the Envy 17, offering a more immersive gaming experience.
Portability
Good
Good
17.3in
SIZE
16.0in
5.4 lbs
WEIGHT
4.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The HP Spectre x360 and HP Envy 17 both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,000
$1,000
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The HP Envy 17 has a price of $1,000 and the HP Spectre x360 costs $1,000.
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How the HP Envy 17 and the HP Spectre x360 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| HP Envy 17 | HP Spectre x360 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,000 | $1,000 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.7'' x 10.2'' x 0.77'' | 14.1'' x 9.7'' x 0.78'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.49 lbs | 4.74 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.68" | 14.09" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.2" | 9.66" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13700H | Intel i7-13700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 11 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 55 Wh | 90 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 17.3" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 3072 x 1920 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 329 nits | 406 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7/10 | 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 | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 9.6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1440p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 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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Marcus Schwarten | April 2023
"In our test, the HP Envy 17-cr0079ng presents itself as a balanced multimedia laptop. Thanks to its solid CPU performance and dedicated entry-level GeForce, it can also be used for playing video games, as long as the demands aren't too high. Those looking for more can find it in the Dell XPS 17 for example."
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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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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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