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Updated January 16, 2024·
The HP Envy x360 15" offers better versatility with its 2-in-1 convertible feature, which allows it to be used as both a laptop and a tablet. It has a higher-quality IPS display, which means better color reproduction and viewing angles, but it comes at a higher cost. The HP Pavilion 15, while more affordable, provides more storage and a larger memory size, which can be beneficial for multitasking and data storage. However, the Pavilion's display uses TN panel technology which generally offers lower color accuracy and narrower viewing angles compared to the IPS panel of the Envy. If premium build quality, display, and flexibility are top priorities and within your budget, the Envy x360 could be a better choice. Conversely, if you need more storage and memory within a tight budget and can compromise on display and build quality, the Pavilion 15 would suit your needs. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP Envy x360 15"
- Good for software development
- Good overall build quality
- Very good battery life
- Very good speakers
- Good keyboard
Advantages of the HP Pavilion 15
- The HP Pavilion 15 has no clear advantages over the HP Envy x360 15".
Key differences
Software Development
7.2
6.6
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.2/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.2/10
The HP Envy x360 15" is good for software development, while the HP Pavilion 15 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
6.2
5.3
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
271.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
The HP Envy x360 15" has a better screen than the HP Pavilion 15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and software development.
The HP Envy x360 15" offers decent screen quality for general use because it has a satisfactory balance of resolution and brightness, making it suitable for everyday tasks like browsing and video streaming. For engineering and design, its fair screen quality is due to its ability to represent colors reasonably well, although it may not fully cover professional color gamuts. In contrast, its poor screen quality for Gaming and 3D is due to a lower refresh rate, which results in less smooth visuals, a critical aspect for fast-paced games and 3D applications.
Battery
10.0 Hours
3.0 Hours
The HP Envy x360 15" has 10 hours of battery life. The HP Pavilion 15 has 3 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
6.2
The HP Envy x360 15" has good build quality, while the HP Pavilion 15 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$430
$570
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
$900
The HP Envy x360 15" has a price of $430 and the HP Pavilion 15 costs $570.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.2
7.0
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
271.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
3.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.2/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.7/10
The HP Envy x360 15" and HP Pavilion 15 are both good for general use.
PerfectRec’s General Use Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for general productivity, web browsing, streaming, video calls, and running a wide variety of apps and programs.
Gaming and AI
6.0
6.0
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The HP Pavilion 15 and HP Envy x360 15" are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The HP Envy x360 15" and HP Pavilion 15 are considered fair for gaming and 3D because they both have integrated GPUs and standard screen refresh rates that provide a decent, but not high-end, gaming experience. The Envy x360 features an AMD Vega GPU and an IPS display with a resolution of 1920 x 1080, while the Pavilion 15 has an Intel UHD Xe GPU with a lesser resolution TN display of 1366 x 768, both with screen refresh rates of 60Hz.
Engineering and Design
6.5
6.2
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.2/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The HP Envy x360 15" and HP Pavilion 15 are both only fair for engineering and design.
The HP Envy x360 15" offers a better screen quality with a higher resolution IPS display and is a 2-in-1 convertible, providing flexibility for engineering and design tasks, but it has less RAM compared to the Pavilion which may affect performance on intensive tasks.
Content Creation
7.3
7.1
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
The HP Envy x360 15" and HP Pavilion 15 are both 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.
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
4.4 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The HP Pavilion 15 and HP Envy x360 15" both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| HP Envy x360 15" | HP Pavilion 15 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$430 | $570 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2023 | August 1, 2020 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9'' x 0.72'' | 14.1'' x 9.5'' x 0.71'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.43 lbs | 3.75 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.07" | 14.1" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.99" | 9.53" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 5 7530U | Intel i3-1115G4 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 10 Hours | 3 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 55 Wh | 51 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | TN | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1366 x 768 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 271 nits | 220 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 6.3/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.7/10 | 7.8/10 | |
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 | 8.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 6.3/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8.4/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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HP Envy x360 15"
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Matt Elliott | January 2023
"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."
HP Pavilion 15
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Alex Cox | August 2022
"The HP Pavilion 15 carries a fair amount of power and a sharp display in its handsome slimline shell. It's not perfect, but it's a hard worker. This is wonderfully designed and totes a heck of a lot of desktop power, with the added benefit of a decent webcam and a full-sized keyboard. If you're getting down to business on a budget, it's a great fit."
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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.
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