If you prioritize a versatile design with a touchscreen and stylus support, the HP Spectre x360's convertible build allows for tablet-like use, which can be great for creativity and presentations, albeit at a higher cost and with slightly less portability due to its build. On the other hand, if you're looking for a more budget-friendly laptop with good all-around capabilities for everyday use, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i offers a lighter frame for easier travel, with sufficient performance for general tasks but may not be as suited for intensive graphics or engineering software. Give Feedback
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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
Best in class speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i
Very good battery life
Key differences
General Use
8.7/10
7.7/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
384.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
340.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
11.5 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
8.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.9/10
The HP Spectre x360 14 is very good for general use, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i is good.
The HP Spectre x360 14 offers a high-quality screen, robust CPU performance, and long battery life, making it ideal for power users who need efficiency and portability for a range of tasks. In contrast, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i, while still delivering decent performance and quality, might not match the Spectre's premium screen and battery life, positioning it as a more budget-friendly option for everyday tasks.
Gaming and AI
6.8/10
6.2/10
4.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
9.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
9.5/10
The HP Spectre x360 14 and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the HP Spectre x360 14 is somewhat better.
The HP Spectre x360 14 and the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i have integrated graphics that can handle light gaming and 3D tasks but may struggle with high-end games or intensive 3D applications due to the absence of dedicated GPUs. While both laptops offer decent processors and good screen quality, their lower refresh rates mean they aren't ideal for fast-paced gaming where smoother motion and responsiveness are crucial.
Engineering and Design
8.4/10
7.1/10
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
4.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The HP Spectre x360 14 is very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i is good.
The HP Spectre x360 14, with its robust CPU, ample RAM, high-quality dedicated GPU, and stellar screen quality, excels in handling complex engineering and design tasks effortlessly. In comparison, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i also offers adequate CPU and RAM for such tasks, its integrated GPU and screen quality, although good, may not provide the same level of detailed performance, making it a more budget-friendly but slightly less powerful option for users with intensive graphical or computational needs.
Content Creation
8.7/10
7.7/10
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The HP Spectre x360 14 is very good for content creation, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i 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
8.4/10
7.5/10
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The HP Spectre x360 14 is very good for software development, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i 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
8.6/10
6.9/10
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
384.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
340.0 nits
The HP Spectre x360 14 has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The HP Spectre x360 14 offers superior screen resolution and brightness, making it an excellent choice for everyday tasks and professional design work where detail and color accuracy matter. Its high-quality panel displays colors vividly, catering well to engineering and design needs due to better coverage of color gamuts like DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB. However, for gaming and 3D applications, its lower refresh rate might make it less suitable, as these tasks benefit more from smoother motion that comes with higher refresh rates.
Battery
9.0 Hours
11.5 Hours
The HP Spectre x360 14 has 9 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i has 11.5 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
Very Good
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
3.4 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i and HP Spectre x360 14 both have very good portability, though the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5/10
7.8/10
The HP Spectre x360 14 has very good build quality, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,630
$899
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The HP Spectre x360 14 has a price of $1,630 and the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i costs $899.
"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."
"Among Lenovo's multiple laptop brands, the IdeaPad family is decidedly the one designed for consumers: people who want decent performance at a reasonable price. Consider, then, this laptop a paragon for the pickier members of that crowd. With a 14-inch touch-enabled display, a comfortable keyboard, an Evo-certified Intel Core i7 11th Generation CPU, and the latest Windows 11 operating system, the IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro ultraportable ($1,199 as tested) is a slick mainstream machine at a bit of a premium price, and quite capable for everyday tasks."
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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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