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Updated March 22, 2024·
If you prioritize versatility and powerful performance for tasks like video editing or design work, and don't mind spending more, the HP Spectre x360 14 with its 2-in-1 convertible design could serve you well. However, if you're looking for something that's lighter and easier to carry around for everyday tasks such as browsing and document editing, and you're keen on saving money, the LG Ultra 13 would be a practical choice with the added benefit of longer battery life for on-the-go use. 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
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the LG Ultra 13
- Excellent portability
- Very good battery life
Key differences
General Use
8.7
7.2
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
384.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.3/10
The HP Spectre x360 14 is very good for general use, while the LG Ultra 13 is good.
The HP Spectre x360 14 offers robust performance with a high-quality CPU and ample RAM, plus it features a superior screen and long battery life, making it excellent for a range of tasks and enjoyable media consumption while still remaining portable. On the other hand, the LG Ultra 13, while also providing satisfactory performance and good portability, falls slightly behind in screen quality and battery life, but it is still a solid choice for day-to-day activities.
Gaming and AI
6.8
6.1
4.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
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
8.0/10
The HP Spectre x360 14 and LG Ultra 13 are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the HP Spectre x360 14 is somewhat better.
Both the HP Spectre x360 14 and the LG Ultra 13 are equipped with integrated graphics and standard screen refresh rates, which are enough to run less demanding games, but they might struggle with the latest titles on high settings. The HP's and LG's processors and screen quality provide a smooth experience for general use and casual gaming, but they don't match the capabilities of dedicated gaming laptops with higher-spec graphics and faster screens.
Engineering and Design
8.4
6.6
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.7/10
4.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The HP Spectre x360 14 is very good for engineering and design, while the LG Ultra 13 is only fair.
The HP Spectre x360 14, with its powerful CPU, ample RAM, and high-quality GPU, excels for demanding engineering tasks and design work while also offering a superior screen for detailed visuals. In contrast, the LG Ultra 13, while still capable for engineering and design, provides greater portability and a quieter operation but with slightly less focus on raw performance and screen quality.
Content Creation
8.7
7.2
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.7/10
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 LG Ultra 13 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
7.2
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The HP Spectre x360 14 is very good for software development, while the LG Ultra 13 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
6.9
14.0in
SIZE
13.3in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
384.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
The HP Spectre x360 14 has a better screen than the LG Ultra 13 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The HP Spectre x360 14 excels in general use and engineering/design due to its high-resolution display with vibrant colors and brightness, making it ideal for productivity and visual work. Its color gamut coverage is beneficial for professionals who need color accuracy for detailed designs. However, for gaming and 3D applications, it falls short because the refresh rate isn't as high as what these activities typically demand, leading to less fluid motion on-screen.
Portability
Very Good
Excellent
14.0in
SIZE
13.3in
3.4 lbs
WEIGHT
2.1 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The LG Ultra 13 has excellent portability, while the HP Spectre x360 14 has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5
7.4
The HP Spectre x360 14 has very good build quality, while the LG Ultra 13 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,630
$529
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The HP Spectre x360 14 has a price of $1,630 and the LG Ultra 13 costs $529.
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Key similarities
Battery
9.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The HP Spectre x360 14 has 9 hours of battery life. The LG Ultra 13 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.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| HP Spectre x360 14 | LG Ultra 13 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,630 | $529 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2024 | January 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.4'' x 8.7'' x 0.67'' | 12.1'' x 8.1'' x 0.6'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.45 lbs | 2.16 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.35" | 12.08" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.68" | 8.14" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | AMD Ryzen 7 4700U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 10 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 68 Wh | 51 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 13.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | OLED | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2880 x 1800 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 120Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 384 nits | 300 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.4/10 | 9.3/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 9.5/10 | 8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 2160p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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Rami Tabari | February 2024
"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."
LG Ultra 13
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Joshua Goldman | April 2017
"The 13.3-inch LG Gram is a fine fit if you need to travel as light as possible for as long as possible without spending a fortune to do it. It might not be particularly sturdy or have an eye-catching design and its webcam is less than ideal, but with its sharp touch display, comfortable backlit keyboard, responsive touchpad and a fingerprint reader for extra security, the Gram makes a respectible everyday laptop for business or school work."
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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 LG
LG is a South Korean conglomerate company. While LG is mainly known for various products outside of technology, LG also develops laptops. Within the laptop industry, they are known for their thin-and-light Gram series, as well as their value-oriented Ultra series. LG laptops offer very thin and light laptops with phenomenal battery life, and are often on sale.
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