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If your priority is saving money while still getting a solid laptop, the HP Envy x360 15" could be the right choice; however, the Lenovo Flex 5 16 offers a larger, higher resolution screen, more storage, and better performance due to its advanced processor. This makes the Flex 5 better suited for demanding tasks and multitasking. The tradeoff for the Flex 5's benefits is the higher price. Both laptops are 2-in-1 convertibles, adaptable for tablet use, but if portability is crucial, consider that the HP is slightly lighter though that difference may not be significant for everyday carrying. Exercise your judgment based on whether performance or cost savings take precedence for your needs. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP Envy x360 15"
- Very good speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo Flex 5 16
- Good for engineering and design
- Good overall display quality
Key differences
Engineering and Design
6.5
7.2
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 is good for engineering and design, while the HP Envy x360 15" is only fair.
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 outperforms the HP Envy x360 15" in engineering and design with its higher-resolution display, superior CPU, and doubled RAM, enhancing multitasking and complex tasks. Additionally, the Lenovo has a better GPU and higher screen quality, which contribute to an improved overall experience in visually demanding applications, despite both being similar in portability and having quality keyboards and speakers.
Screen Quality
6.2
7.3
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
271.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
400.0 nits
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 has a better screen than the HP Envy x360 15" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The HP Envy x360 has a screen that offers adequate resolution and brightness for everyday tasks and software-based engineering work, but its limited color range and standard refresh rate mean it's less suitable for color-sensitive design tasks and falls short for the fast-moving visuals in gaming and 3D rendering. The Lenovo Flex 5, with its higher-quality display, provides a more vibrant range of colors that benefits engineering and design professionals working with detailed color work, though, like the HP, its standard refresh rate isn't ideal for the high-speed action of gaming and 3D applications. Neither laptop, therefore, is optimized for gaming or 3D environments where high refresh rates are key for a smooth experience, but both serve well for general use and professional design tasks within their respective color performance and brightness capabilities.
Battery
10.0 Hours
11.5 Hours
The HP Envy x360 15" has 10 hours of battery life. The Lenovo Flex 5 16 has 11.5 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.
Cost
$430
$779
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The HP Envy x360 15" has a price of $430 and the Lenovo Flex 5 16 costs $779.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.2
7.6
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
271.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
400.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
11.5 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.4/10
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 and HP Envy x360 15" are both good for general use.
The HP Envy x360 15" with its AMD Ryzen processor, reasonable amount of RAM, and Full HD touchscreen offers reliable performance for general tasks while being light and compact for mobility and featuring a substantial battery life. On the other hand, the Lenovo Flex 5 16 provides a more powerful Intel i7 processor, double the RAM for smoother multitasking, a higher resolution screen for better image clarity, along with a slightly better battery life, but is slightly heavier, which may affect portability.
Gaming and AI
6.0
6.2
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 and HP Envy x360 15" are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The HP Envy x360 15" employs an integrated AMD GPU suitable for light gaming but may struggle with demanding 3D applications; it has a standard screen refresh rate, affecting fast-paced gaming. In contrast, the Lenovo Flex 5 16" features an integrated Intel GPU, suitable for similar gaming experiences, and offers a higher resolution display for crisp visuals, yet it too comes with the same standard refresh rate, both limiting their potential for competitive gaming.
Content Creation
7.3
7.6
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 and HP Envy x360 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.
Software Development
7.2
7.5
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 and HP Envy x360 15" are both good for software development.
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.
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
4.4 lbs
WEIGHT
4.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The HP Envy x360 15" and Lenovo Flex 5 16 both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.2
7.0
The HP Envy x360 15" and Lenovo Flex 5 16 both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the HP Envy x360 15" and the Lenovo Flex 5 16 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| HP Envy x360 15" | Lenovo Flex 5 16 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$430 | $779 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2023 | April 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9'' x 0.72'' | 14.1'' x 10'' x 0.74'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.43 lbs | 4.63 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.07" | 14.09" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.99" | 9.99" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 5 7530U | Intel i7-1255U | |
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 | 11.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 55 Wh | 52.5 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 271 nits | 400 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 7/10 | |
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 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8.4/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
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 | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 2 | |
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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Andreas Osthoff | April 2023
"The Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 is a solidly equipped, 2-in-1 in the lower price segment. Performance is definitely sufficient for everyday tasks and in tests the battery proved itself to be very economical. That aside, there is a lot of standard fare on show and a search for real highlights ends in vain. The low color coverage and reflective display can be avoided by going for an optional 2.5K display but this also presumably results in poorer battery life. The cooling uses only one fan and leads to a raised temperature on one side of the device under load. Additionally, there is very loud fan noise, also under load or when gaming. On top of that, we also occasionally noticed electronic noises."
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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 Lenovo
Lenovo is a Chinese technology company, and one of the largest personal computer vendor. They are well known for a variety of technology products, including laptops. Their consumer series include their entry level IdeaPad and LOQ series and mid-to-high-end Yoga and Legion series. On the business-oriented side, their series include their entry-level ThinkBook series and mid-to-high-end ThinkPad series. Lenovo laptops offer strong performance for reasonable prices, and are often on sale.
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