The HP Envy x360 15" is the more budget-friendly option compared to the Lenovo LOQ 16, with a tradeoff in storage capacity, RAM, and GPU performance. It offers greater battery life for typical use, a touchscreen, lighter weight, and has a higher general-use performance suited for everyday tasks. The Lenovo LOQ 16, priced higher, features double the storage, more RAM, a stronger GPU with ray tracing, a higher refresh rate and resolution display, and better specifications for 3D tasks, machine learning, and engineering software, but it is heavier and has lesser battery life, making it less portable. Depending on the intended use, the HP might be suited for lighter, more portable computing needs, while the Lenovo is tailored for more intensive tasks despite being less convenient for constant travel. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP Envy x360 15"
Good portability
Very good battery life
Very good speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo LOQ 16
Good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Good overall display quality
Very good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.0/10
7.5/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The Lenovo LOQ 16 is good for gaming and AI, while the HP Envy x360 15" is only fair.
The HP Envy x360 15" has an integrated GPU with a screen refresh rate suitable for casual gaming, while the Lenovo LOQ 16's dedicated Nvidia graphics and higher screen refresh rate provide a smoother and more visually responsive experience for gaming and 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
6.5/10
7.9/10
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.0/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo LOQ 16 is good for engineering and design, while the HP Envy x360 15" is only fair.
The Lenovo LOQ 16, with its higher-powered Ryzen 7 processor, RTX GPU, and double the RAM, outperforms the HP Envy x360 15 which comes with a Ryzen 5 and integrated Vega graphics, making the Lenovo more capable for demanding engineering and design tasks. Additionally, the Lenovo boasts a higher resolution and brighter screen that better suits precision work, whereas the HP's strength lies in its lighter weight and 2-in-1 flexibility, making it easier to carry and versatile for presentations or casual usage.
Screen Quality
6.2/10
7.2/10
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
271.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
329.0 nits
The Lenovo LOQ 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 15" offers a balance suitable for general tasks and engineering with its adequate resolution and brightness, but it lacks the high refresh rate desired for smooth 3D and gaming experiences. The Lenovo LOQ 16 provides a sharper image and better color representation, making it more fitting for precise engineering and design work, yet it still falls short for gaming due to a lower refresh rate. For users less concerned with gaming and more focused on everyday and professional applications, the Lenovo LOQ 16's superior screen may justify the choice despite its inability to deliver the gaming performance that high refresh rates would offer.
Battery
10.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The HP Envy x360 15" has 10 hours of battery life. The Lenovo LOQ 16 has 6 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.
Portability
Good
Fair
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
4.4 lbs
WEIGHT
5.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The HP Envy x360 15" has good portability, while the Lenovo LOQ 16 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$430
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$1,000
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$1,600
The HP Envy x360 15" has a price of $430 and the Lenovo LOQ 16 costs $1,000.
The Lenovo LOQ 16 and HP Envy x360 15" are both good for general use.
The HP Envy x360 15's AMD Ryzen 5 processor, 8GB of RAM, and 1080p touchscreen display make it versatile for everyday tasks and its 2-in-1 convertible design increases its utility, whereas the Lenovo LOQ 16, with a more powerful AMD Ryzen 7 processor, 16GB of RAM, and a higher resolution display, also offers greater performance that can handle more demanding applications, though it may sacrifice some portability due to its larger size and weight.
Content Creation
7.3/10
7.6/10
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo LOQ 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
7.2/10
7.5/10
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo LOQ 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.
Build Quality
7.2/10
7.4/10
The Lenovo LOQ 16 and HP Envy x360 15" 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 LOQ 16 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."
"Gaming laptops with an RTX 4060 are available starting from about 1,000 Euros (~$1,060), even in 16-inch format. For the supposedly affordable Lenovo LOQ 16 (1,500 Euros, ~$1,591), the manufacturer particularly saves in the equipment and materials compared to the more expensive Legion series. In addition, the LOQ is slightly heavier and more bulky. What remains is anything but a laptop full of difficult compromises. Instead, this is a more than solid gaming laptop that focusses on the 3D performance.Q is slightly heavier and more bulky."
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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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