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Updated January 12, 2024·
If you prioritize performance for tasks like intensive engineering or 3D work, then the HP Spectre x360, with its more robust processor, might be the better fit, despite it being pricier than the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360. However, the Samsung offers an OLED screen which means better color and contrast, especially if you're into watching movies or editing photos. The Galaxy Book3 360 is also lighter and hence more portable, making it a good choice if mobility is important to you. For everyday tasks and general use, either would work well, but if cost is a crucial factor, the Samsung may be more appealing. Both laptops offer the flexibility of a 2-in-1 design which allows them to function as both a laptop and a tablet. Give Feedback
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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
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360
- Very good portability
Key differences
Software Development
8.3
7.7
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
3072 x 1920
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The HP Spectre x360 is very good for software development, while the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 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
7.7
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3072 x 1920
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
406.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
The HP Spectre x360 has a better screen than the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 for software development, and content creation.
For general use, the HP Spectre x360 and Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 offer vivid and sharp displays with good resolutions and brightness levels, making texts clear and colors pop for activities like web browsing or document editing. For engineering and design, both laptops provide a wide range of colors with their coverage of color gamuts, which ensures accuracy when working with visual content. However, their lower refresh rates may detract from the experience in fast-paced 3D gaming, where smoother motion from higher refresh rates is a priority.
Battery
11.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The HP Spectre x360 has 11 hours of battery life. The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 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.
Portability
Good
Very Good
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
4.7 lbs
WEIGHT
3.2 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 has very good portability, while the HP Spectre x360 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5
7.8
The HP Spectre x360 has very good build quality, while the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,000
$1,299
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The HP Spectre x360 has a price of $1,000 and the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 costs $1,299.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.2
7.8
3072 x 1920
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
406.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
11.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.6/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers HP Spectre x360 to be very good for general use, while the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 is good.
The HP Spectre x360 is very good for general use because it has a powerful CPU and more RAM, which ensures smoother multitasking, and its screen offers better resolution and brightness, potentially enhancing productivity and entertainment experiences. Meanwhile, the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360, while also good for general use, is lighter and thinner making it more portable, has a high-quality OLED display with a wider color gamut for vibrant images, but comes with a less powerful CPU and lower screen resolution.
Gaming and AI
6.6
6.4
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
3072 x 1920
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
9.5/10
The HP Spectre x360 and Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The HP Spectre x360 is better suited for gaming and 3D applications due to its more powerful Intel i7-13700H processor and accompanying Iris Xe graphics, while the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360, which also has Iris Xe graphics, uses a less powerful Intel i7-1360P processor that may not perform as well under the same conditions.
Engineering and Design
8.0
7.6
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.2/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers HP Spectre x360 to be very good for engineering and design, while the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 is good.
The HP Spectre x360 shines for engineering and design use due to its strong Intel i7 processor paired with ample RAM and an Iris Xe GPU, which together handle demanding software well, complemented by a high-resolution IPS display for sharp images. Meanwhile, the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 also suits engineering and design tasks with a similar configuration but offers an OLED screen for vivid colors and contrast, and is lighter and slimmer, enhancing its portability. Both excel with high-quality keyboards and low operating noise, but trade-offs include the Spectre x360's superior screen resolution and size against the Galaxy Book3's portability and OLED technology.
Content Creation
8.2
7.8
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.2/10
3072 x 1920
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers HP Spectre x360 to be very good for content creation, while the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 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.
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How the HP Spectre x360 and the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| HP Spectre x360 | Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,000 | $1,299 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | March 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.7'' x 0.78'' | 14'' x 9'' x 0.54'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.74 lbs | 3.22 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.09" | 13.99" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.66" | 8.98" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13700H | Intel i7-1360P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
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 | 61.1 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | OLED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3072 x 1920 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 406 nits | 350 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.4/10 | 8.7/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8/10 | 9.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.6/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1440p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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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."
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Adam Speight | July 2023
"The Samsung Galaxy Book 3 360 isn’t a laptop that the Korean manufacturer has shouted from the rooftops about, and it seems to have gotten little attention from anywhere. But, it is absolutely a laptop worth paying attention to. Compared to higher-priced devices, like the Dell XPS 13 (2022) and Asus Zenbook S 13 OLED (2023), it manages to offer a similar day-to-day experience despite the price difference. It’s really hard to justify the extra cash unless a boosted display is a requirement of yours."
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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 Samsung
Samsung Electronics is one of the largest technology corporation by revenue. Based in South Korea, they are very well known for their wide range of phones, tablets, TVs and appliances. Their main line of laptops is the Galaxy Book series, launched in 2017. This range includes 2-in-1 convertible devices and standard notebooks, with a focus on portability and value for money.
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