If you prioritize gaming or require high performance for tasks like video editing or 3D modelling, the HP Omen 15, with its more robust graphics and cooling system, would be beneficial, but it's heavier and may have shorter battery life. On the other hand, if you value versatility, a sleek design, and longer battery life for everyday tasks, presentations, or light photo editing, the HP Spectre x360 14 offers a convertible touch screen and is more portable, though it won’t handle intensive tasks as seamlessly as the Omen. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP Omen 15
Good for gaming and AI
Very good battery life
Advantages of the HP Spectre x360 14
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
Very good portability
Best in class speakers
Key differences
General Use
7.9/10
8.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
318.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
384.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.4/10
The HP Spectre x360 14 is very good for general use, while the HP Omen 15 is good.
The HP Spectre x360 14 boasts superior portability and battery life due to its design and power-efficient components, making it very good for general use for those who are on the go, while its high-quality screen enhances the viewing experience. In contrast, the HP Omen 15, with its focus on stronger CPU and RAM, is good for general tasks but less portable and with shorter battery life, which is a trade-off for users who prioritize performance over mobility.
Gaming and AI
7.6/10
6.8/10
7.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
9.5/10
The HP Omen 15 is good for gaming and AI, while the HP Spectre x360 14 is only fair.
The HP Omen 15 has a more powerful GPU and higher screen refresh rate, which are crucial for smooth gaming and 3D rendering, whereas the HP Spectre x360 14, while having a good screen quality and CPU, doesn't match the Omen in terms of graphics performance, making it less suitable for demanding gaming and 3D applications. The Spectre is optimized more for general use and portability with its 2-in-1 design, thereby compromising on the high-end GPU and refresh rates that gamers and 3D professionals typically need.
Content Creation
7.8/10
8.7/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The HP Spectre x360 14 is very good for content creation, while the HP Omen 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
7.6/10
8.4/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The HP Spectre x360 14 is very good for software development, while the HP Omen 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
7.3/10
8.6/10
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
318.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
384.0 nits
The HP Spectre x360 14 has a better screen than the HP Omen 15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The HP Omen 15, while having good resolution and brightness, falls short in gaming due to a lower refresh rate which is crucial for smooth visuals in fast-paced games. The HP Spectre x360 14's display boasts strong color accuracy and resolution, beneficial for engineering and design where precise color representation and clarity are paramount. However, like the Omen, its lack of a high refresh rate diminishes its suitability for gaming and 3D applications where fluid motion is key.
Portability
Good
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
5.4 lbs
WEIGHT
3.4 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The HP Spectre x360 14 has very good portability, while the HP Omen 15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.2/10
8.5/10
The HP Spectre x360 14 has very good build quality, while the HP Omen 15 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$993
$1,630
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The HP Omen 15 has a price of $993 and the HP Spectre x360 14 costs $1,630.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers HP Spectre x360 14 to be very good for engineering and design, while the HP Omen 15 is good.
The HP Spectre x360 14, with its superior CPU and RAM, offers better multitasking and complex computational capabilities, essential for demanding engineering software, while its high-quality screen enhances visual precision for design work. Although the HP Omen 15 is also robust, with a strong GPU for rendering, it trades off a bit on portability and has a noisier operation, which may distract in quiet work environments.
Battery
10.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The HP Omen 15 has 10 hours of battery life. The HP Spectre x360 14 has 9 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 Omen 15 and the HP Spectre x360 14 compare to other laptops
"We consider around 1,260 Euros (~$1530) for a Ryzen 7 4800H, a GeForce RTX 2060, a 512 GB SSD and 16 GB dual-channel RAM to be a good offer that appeals to price-conscious gamers. Very high details are rarely a problem in the native resolution of 1,920 x 1,080. Buyers will also be spoiled with a top-notch battery life that even beats most other notebook classes. If HP now improves the speed of the WLAN module, the stability of the case and the repeatedly criticized picture quality, the competition will have to dress extra warmly."
"The numbers don’t lie — the HP Spectre x360 14 (2024) is a star, and a hell of a one at that. From performance to battery life, this machine is a dream. But why didn’t I give it a perfect score? Well, I wish the display performed better and that there were more ports to go around. If you’re itching for someone a little cheaper that offers a brighter display and significantly more battery life, I can only recommend the MacBook Pro 14 as a suitable substitute. Otherwise, the HP Spectre x360 14 (2024) is the perfect choice for those who want a reliable premium laptop."
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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.
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