The HP Envy x360 15" offers a larger screen with a touchscreen capability, making it suitable for those who prefer a more interactive experience. It has more USB-C ports, which could be useful if you plan to connect multiple peripherals. However, it's also heavier, which might make it less convenient to carry around compared to the lighter Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14". The IdeaPad may appeal to you if portability is a priority, and it has a fingerprint reader for added security. Both laptops have similar processing power and are well-suited for general use, but if you're looking for a better screen quality and battery life, the Lenovo might be more appealing. If you want a larger display and touch functionality, consider the HP Envy. Both are similarly priced, so your choice should be based on which features align best with your specific needs. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP Envy x360 15"
Good for general use
Good overall build quality
Very good speakers
Good keyboard
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14"
Very good portability
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.2/10
6.4/10
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
271.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
313.0 nits
The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" has a better screen than the HP Envy x360 15" for general use.
Both the HP Envy x360 15" and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" have screens that provide adequate clarity and brightness suitable for everyday tasks like browsing and document editing, but they lack the higher resolution and panel quality that premium models offer. For engineering and design, their displays don't cover the wider color gamuts required for accurate color work, which professionals in those fields typically need. When it comes to gaming and 3D, these laptops fall short as they don't offer the fast refresh rates necessary for smooth motion rendering and may not have the higher resolution or panel type needed for an immersive visual experience.
Portability
Good
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
4.4 lbs
WEIGHT
3.1 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 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
7.2/10
6.5/10
The HP Envy x360 15" has good build quality, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$518
$390
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
The HP Envy x360 15" has a price of $518 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" costs $390.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers HP Envy x360 15" to be good for general use, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" is only fair.
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
6.0/10
6.0/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
9.5/10
The HP Envy x360 15" and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The HP Envy x360 15" and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" are fair for gaming and 3D because they both have integrated Vega 7 graphics, which can handle light gaming and 3D applications but may struggle with more demanding software due to their moderate GPU capabilities.
Engineering and Design
6.5/10
6.1/10
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The HP Envy x360 15" and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" are both only fair for engineering and design.
The HP Envy x360 15" with its AMD Ryzen 5 CPU, Vega 7 GPU, and a full HD touchscreen display enhanced by its 2-in-1 convertible design is versatile for engineering tasks and presentations, but it's heavier and might not be as easy to carry around as the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14", which also has an AMD Ryzen 5 and Vega 7 GPU with a comparable full HD display but lacks a touchscreen and the convertible feature. Portability is better with the lighter Lenovo, while screen quality and flexibility for design work might be superior on the HP due to the touchscreen and convertible factors, despite both machines having fair keyboards, speakers, and managing operating noise decently.
Content Creation
7.3/10
7.1/10
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The HP Envy x360 15" and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" 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
7.2/10
7.1/10
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The HP Envy x360 15" and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" 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.
Battery
10.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The HP Envy x360 15" has 10 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" 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 Envy x360 15" and the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14" compare to other laptops
"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."
"The low-priced IdeaPad 3 14 delivers on core functionality. Lenovo's IdeaPad 3 14 meets all the basic requirements for an inexpensive office laptop. The matte IPS display is bright enough, the performance is high for the class, and the input devices are rock solid. In addition, the mostly quiet operation including the useful performance modes, cool surface temperatures, easy maintainability as well as expandable working and mass storage all contribute to the IdeaPad 3 14's value proposition."
Get a great deal on the HP Envy x360 15" or the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14"
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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