When selecting between the HP Envy x360 15" and the Lenovo ThinkPad P16, consider the Envy x360 for its more palatable price and decent performance for everyday needs, plus a touchscreen for versatility. However, the ThinkPad P16 is pricier but offers superior performance, suited to demanding engineering software and 3D rendering, with a high-resolution screen that excels in color accuracy. The Envy is lighter, making it more portable, but the ThinkPad’s larger battery might mean longer use between charges, despite its heavier build. Choose the Envy if budget and portability are priorities, and the ThinkPad if you need top-notch performance and a premium display. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP Envy x360 15"
Good portability
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkPad P16
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Excellent speakers
Excellent keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.2/10
8.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
271.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
569.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
5.8/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 is very good for general use, while the HP Envy x360 15" is good.
The HP Envy x360 15" offers versatility as a 2-in-1 convertible, suitable for everyday tasks with modest processing power, sufficient for general use and entertainment, along with a portable design and reasonable battery life. In contrast, the Lenovo ThinkPad P16, while less portable due to its larger size and weight, provides more powerful CPU and graphics performance, a significantly better screen, and larger storage capacity, making it more suitable for demanding applications and multitasking.
Gaming and AI
6.0/10
6.9/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 and HP Envy x360 15" are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 is somewhat better.
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 is better suited for gaming and 3D applications because it is equipped with an Nvidia RTX A1000 graphics card which outperforms the integrated Vega 7 graphics in the HP Envy x360 15". Both laptops have the same screen refresh rate, but the ThinkPad P16 has a higher resolution and screen quality which contribute to a better viewing experience for gaming and 3D content.
Engineering and Design
6.5/10
8.3/10
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.5/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 is very good for engineering and design, while the HP Envy x360 15" is only fair.
The HP Envy x360 15" is less suitable for engineering and design due to its mid-range processor, graphics, and screen resolution, making it less capable of handling complex tasks and detailed visual work associated with those fields. On the other hand, the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 includes a high-end processor, professional-grade graphics, and a higher resolution screen, which provide the necessary power and visual clarity for demanding engineering and design applications.
Content Creation
7.3/10
8.2/10
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 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
7.2/10
8.4/10
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 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
6.2/10
8.2/10
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
271.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
569.0 nits
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 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 HP Envy x360 15" offers a decent balance of resolution and brightness, but may not stand out against competitors like the Lenovo ThinkPad P16, which boasts higher resolution and brightness, providing clearer and more vibrant visuals. In engineering and design, the ThinkPad P16 excels with a wider color gamut, crucial for accuracy in color-intensive tasks, whereas the HP Envy's narrower color spectrum could limit professionals. For 3D and gaming, both the HP Envy and the ThinkPad P16 fall short with lower refresh rates, which means less fluid motion and responsiveness during high-paced activities compared to laptops specifically geared towards such uses.
Portability
Good
Poor
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
4.4 lbs
WEIGHT
6.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
1.2in
The HP Envy x360 15" has good portability, while the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.2/10
8.5/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 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
$1,449
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The HP Envy x360 15" has a price of $430 and the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 costs $1,449.
"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."
"It's only a few months since we gave the MSI CreatorPro X17 one of our rare 4.5-star ratings and our top mobile workstation honor, but the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 matches that achievement in a more premium overall build. Ultimately, its build quality, screen, and keyboard give our latest Editors' Choice nod to the Lenovo—it's enough of a monster on almost all fronts that it simply cannot be ignored."
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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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