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Updated January 10, 2024· Prices updated 24 hours ago
The HP Envy x360 15" offers a budget-friendly option with decent performance for everyday tasks, but the HP Spectre x360 comes at a higher cost with better specifications, including more storage and RAM, a more powerful processor, and a higher resolution display, which can enhance experiences like photo editing or watching movies. The Spectre also has a slightly larger battery, potentially offering longer use between charges. If cost is a primary concern and your needs are relatively basic, the Envy may suffice, however, if you require higher performance and better screen quality, the Spectre could justify its additional expense. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP Envy x360 15"
- The HP Envy x360 15" 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
- Best in class speakers
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.2
8.2
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3072 x 1920
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
271.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
406.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
11.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.3/10
The HP Spectre x360 is very good for general use, while the HP Envy x360 15" is good.
The HP Spectre x360 outshines the HP Envy x360 15" for general use with its higher-quality screen, doubling the RAM for smoother multitasking, and a more powerful processor suitable for demanding applications. While both are 2-in-1 convertibles with touchscreens, the Spectre also offers longer battery life, and greater portability, despite being slightly heavier due to its metal build compared to the Envy's plastic .
Gaming and AI
6.0
6.6
3.6/10
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
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The HP Spectre x360 and HP Envy x360 15" are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the HP Spectre x360 is somewhat better.
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.
Engineering and Design
6.5
8.0
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The HP Spectre x360 is very good for engineering and design, while the HP Envy x360 15" is only fair.
The HP Spectre x360 offers superior performance for engineering and design due to its more powerful Intel i7 processor, double the RAM, and higher-resolution screen compared to the HP Envy x360 15", which has an AMD Ryzen 5 processor and less RAM, making it fair for such tasks. While both laptops boast similar features like 2-in-1 convertibility and high-quality build, the Spectre's advanced screen quality and higher capacity for computational power give it an edge in more demanding applications.
Content Creation
7.3
8.2
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3072 x 1920
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The HP Spectre x360 is very good for content creation, while the HP Envy x360 15" 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
7.2
8.3
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
8.0 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 x360 15" 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
6.2
7.6
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3072 x 1920
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
271.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
406.0 nits
The HP Spectre x360 has a better screen than the HP Envy x360 15" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, the Spectre's screen offers clearer, sharper images and more brightness than the Envy's, making it better for everyday tasks like browsing and watching videos. The Spectre also excels in engineering and design due to its superior color accuracy and coverage of professional color spaces, which ensures that designs and visual projects are displayed with precise colors. However, both the HP Envy and Spectre are not suitable for gaming or 3D work due to their lower refresh rates, which can result in less smooth visuals in fast-paced scenarios.
Battery
10.0 Hours
11.0 Hours
The HP Envy x360 15" has 10 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 x360 15" has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$430
$1,000
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The HP Envy x360 15" has a price of $430 and the HP Spectre x360 costs $1,000.
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Key similarities
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
4.4 lbs
WEIGHT
4.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The HP Envy x360 15" and HP Spectre x360 both have good portability.
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How the HP Envy x360 15" and the HP Spectre x360 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| HP Envy x360 15" | HP Spectre x360 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$430 | $1,000 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2023 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9'' x 0.72'' | 14.1'' x 9.7'' x 0.78'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.43 lbs | 4.74 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.07" | 14.09" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.99" | 9.66" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 5 7530U | Intel i7-13700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 10 Hours | 11 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 55 Wh | 90 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 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 | 271 nits | 406 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.7/10 | 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 | 8.8/10 | 8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8.4/10 | 9.6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1440p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 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 | N/A | 4 | |
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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."
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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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