A comparison of specs, key information, reviews, and best pricing from top retailers
Last updated -- hours ago | Report incorrect information
Company ProductName Specs
Company ProductName Specs
What we think
The PerfectRec laptop team Learn more
Updated January 10, 2024·
The HP Spectre x360 is usually a bit pricier than the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro; it offers greater storage capacity and a touchscreen with a higher resolution, which can be helpful for detailed work and entertainment. However, the Lenovo has a dedicated Nvidia RTX 3050 graphics card and a higher refresh rate screen, making it a preferred choice for gaming and 3D applications. Both have similar portability and battery life for typical use, but the Lenovo's lighter weight may appeal to those frequently on the move. For engineering and general use, either laptop will serve well, with the HP perhaps having a slight edge due to its processor, but this comes with a slightly higher cost. Give Feedback
this description is based on the product variant with some specs and product variant with some specs. At the time of writing, the variant with some specs cost some dollars and the variant with some specs cost some dollars.
Advantages of the HP Spectre x360
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall build quality
- Best in class speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro
- The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro has no clear advantages over the HP Spectre x360.
Key differences
General Use
8.2
7.5
3072 x 1920
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
406.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
409.0 nits
11.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
The HP Spectre x360 is very good for general use, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro is good.
The HP Spectre x360 excels in general use with a high-quality display, long battery life, and a powerful processor making it very responsive for various tasks, although it's a bit heavier and has slightly more audible operating noise. In contrast, the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro also performs well for general use, offering a high-refresh-rate screen and solid performance, but compromises slightly on battery life and has a lower-quality keyboard and speakers compared to the Spectre x360.
Engineering and Design
8.0
7.2
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The HP Spectre x360 is very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro is good.
The HP Spectre x360 stands out for engineering and design use due to its high-resolution touch-enabled display and powerful integrated graphics, which help in intricate design work, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro packs a punch with a dedicated Nvidia RTX 3050 graphics card, ideal for engineering simulations and assisted with a screen that has higher refresh rate, although it lacks a touchscreen. The Spectre x360 offers the versatility of a 2-in-1 convertible form factor for hands-on tasks, but the IdeaPad 5 Pro's dedicated GPU might be the deciding factor for performance-intensive engineering software, though it comes at the cost of a marginally heavier body and no touchscreen functionality.
Content Creation
8.2
7.5
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
3072 x 1920
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The HP Spectre x360 is very good for content creation, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 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
8.3
7.4
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
3072 x 1920
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The HP Spectre x360 is very good for software development, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 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
7.6
7.8
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
3072 x 1920
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
406.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
409.0 nits
The HP Spectre x360 has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro for general use, engineering and design, software development, and content creation, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro has a better screen for gaming and AI.
The Spectre x360 excels in general use and engineering due to its vibrant and sharp display, offering high resolution and brightness, making it great for productivity and visual tasks that require accuracy. Its color fidelity across wide color gamuts like DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB ensures that colors are rich and precise, crucial for professional design work. However, its lower refresh rate affects gaming and 3D performance, where smoother motion and quicker screen updates are key for an immersive experience.
Battery
11.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The HP Spectre x360 has 11 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 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.
Build Quality
8.5
7.6
The HP Spectre x360 has very good build quality, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,000
$1,162
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
The HP Spectre x360 has a price of $1,000 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro costs $1,162.
Let Us Help Find Your Perfect Laptop
Find your new laptop
Key similarities
Gaming and AI
6.6
6.5
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.3/10
3072 x 1920
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The HP Spectre x360 and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The HP Spectre x360's integrated graphics are good for light gaming and 3D applications but might not handle high-end games as effectively as the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro, which has a dedicated Nvidia RTX 3050 GPU known for better gaming performance. Additionally, the Lenovo has a higher screen refresh rate, which provides smoother visuals important in gaming, compared to the HP's lower refresh rate display.
Portability
Good
Good
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
4.7 lbs
WEIGHT
4.3 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro and HP Spectre x360 both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Give feedback
We’re constantly working to improve.
How the HP Spectre x360 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| HP Spectre x360 | Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,000 | $1,162 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.7'' x 0.78'' | 14'' x 9.9'' x 0.67'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.74 lbs | 4.3 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.09" | 14.02" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.66" | 9.88" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13700H | AMD Ryzen 5 6600HS | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 11 Hours | 10 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 75 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3072 x 1920 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 120Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 406 nits | 409 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.4/10 | 7.7/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8/10 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.6/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1440p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 1 | 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 | 4 | N/A | |
Shopping
HP Spectre x360
See more
Dig into reviews and images
PCMag
Eric Grevstad | August 2022
"As we said, Lenovo's Yoga 9i is a tough competitor to the Spectre with an equally admirable OLED display. We're sad that neither of them has an HDMI port nor a niche or slot to hold the stylus, though the HP wins points for its bundled mini docking station and magnetically attached pen. Your choice will come down to screen shape—and in our eyes, just as seeing an OLED screen spoils you for an IPS panel, enjoying a tall 3:2 display spoils you for a more conventional view. The HP Spectre x360 13.5 is our new favorite 2-in-1."
Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro
See more
Dig into reviews and images
NotebookCheck
Florian Glaser | September 2022
"The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro turns out a successful all-rounder that, aside from 3D applications, always strikes a good or very good figure. This begins with the elegant metal case that isn't particularly light but fairly robust, giving a high-quality impression. The input devices are also better than those of many competitors. Both the keyboard and the touchpad are attractive and comfortable. In addition, the performance of the Ryzen 5 6600HS is easily able to keep up with the Intel competitors."
Get a great deal on the HP Spectre x360 or the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro
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.
Give feedback
We're constantly perfecting our model
Laptop guides you might be interested in
More comparisons for you
Compare HP Spectre x360 vs. LG Ultra 16
VS
Compare HP Spectre x360 vs. Dell Inspiron 16 5625
VS
Compare HP Spectre x360 vs. ASUS TUF Gaming F17
VS
Compare Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro vs. ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14
VS
Compare Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro vs. ASUS TUF Dash 15
VS
Compare Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro vs. Acer Predator Triton 300
VS
FAQs
FAQs about laptops
Why trust us
This information was produced and vetted by the PerfectRec laptops team. We are a product research and recommendation organization that meticulously reviews and evaluates the latest laptop information and makes it digestible for you.
By the numbers
380
Laptops evaluated
48,640
Laptops stats compiled
13
Proprietary Laptops ratings developed
100,395
Recommendations made
21,753
Consumer hours saved
About the laptop team
Joe Golden, Ph.D
CEO and Laptops Editor
Joe is an entrepreneur and lifelong electronics enthusiast with a Ph.D in Economics from the University of Michigan.
Jason Lew
Staff Expert & Software Engineer
Jason is a staff expert and software engineer that has been making laptop recommendations for 7 years and moderates one of the largest laptop subreddits.
Chandradeep Chowdhury
Staff Expert & Software Engineer
Chandradeep is a staff expert and software engineer and expert in televisions and monitors. He’s been making monitor recommendations for ten years.
Craig Russell
Laptops Expert
Craig is a UK-based laptops expert. Craig works in IT, where he recommends and supports laptops and PCs for clients and has been recommending laptops on Reddit for five years.
Featured in
