If you're considering the HP Spectre x360 14 and the Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2, think about how you'll use the laptop. The HP Spectre is less expensive and offers good performance for everyday tasks, with the added benefit of being light and easy to carry, making it suitable for users who value portability and affordability. The Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2, on the other hand, tends to have more powerful hardware suited for demanding tasks such as 3D work, machine learning, or gaming. However, it is heavier and usually more expensive, so it's ideal for users who need advanced capabilities and can justify the higher cost. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP Spectre x360 14
Very good overall display quality
Very good portability
Best in class speakers
Advantages of the Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2
Good for gaming and AI
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.8/10
7.7/10
4.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.5/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2400 x 1600
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
9.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.7/10
The Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 is good for gaming and AI, while the HP Spectre x360 14 is only fair.
The HP Spectre x360 14 typically has lower-end graphics hardware and standard screen refresh rates, making it less ideal for high-end gaming and 3D modeling than the Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2, which offers more powerful GPUs suitable for these tasks and may offer higher screen refresh rates for smoother visuals. While both have quality CPUs and screens, the Surface Laptop Studio 2's superior graphics performance primarily sets it apart for gaming and 3D applications.
Screen Quality
8.6/10
7.9/10
14.0in
SIZE
14.4in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2400 x 1600
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
384.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
503.0 nits
The HP Spectre x360 14 has a better screen than the Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The HP Spectre x360 14 and Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 both boast high-resolution displays with panel types that offer crisp and vibrant visuals for general usages such as web browsing and video streaming, making their screen quality great for everyday tasks. For engineering and design, their wide color gamuts ensure accurate color reproduction, which is essential for detailed work that requires color precision. However, for gaming and 3D applications, their lower refresh rates limit smoothness and responsiveness, thus their screen quality is less suitable for fast-paced or graphically intense activities.
Portability
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
14.4in
3.4 lbs
WEIGHT
4.4 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The HP Spectre x360 14 has very good portability, while the Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,630
$3,300
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The HP Spectre x360 14 has a price of $1,630 and the Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 costs $3,300.
The HP Spectre x360 14 and Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 are both very good for general use.
The HP Spectre x360 14 offers a balance of power and efficiency with a high-quality screen, making it excellent for everyday tasks, while its convertible design and long battery life enhance its portability. On the other hand, the Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2, with its robust CPU and ample RAM, handles more demanding tasks smoothly and its unique hinge offers versatility, though it's heavier and may not be as easy to carry around.
Engineering and Design
8.4/10
8.7/10
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
4.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
64.0 GB
The Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 and HP Spectre x360 14 are both very good for engineering and design.
The HP Spectre x360 14 and the Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 are highly suitable for engineering and design due to their powerful CPUs and ample RAM which handle demanding software with ease, and their high-quality screens and GPUs that ensure crisp visuals and smooth rendering of complex graphics. However, the Surface Laptop Studio 2 typically offers more graphical power for intensive tasks, while the Spectre is more portable and quieter, making it easier to work on-the-go.
Content Creation
8.7/10
8.4/10
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2400 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
64.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The HP Spectre x360 14 and Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 are both very good for content creation.
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
8.2/10
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
64.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2400 x 1600
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The HP Spectre x360 14 and Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 are both very good for software development.
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.
Battery
9.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The HP Spectre x360 14 has 9 hours of battery life. The Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 has 8 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
8.5/10
8.5/10
The HP Spectre x360 14 and Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 both have very good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the HP Spectre x360 14 and the Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 compare to other laptops
"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."
"The new Surface Laptop Studio with its foldable display is supposed to replace the old Surface Book and the overall impression is good after our review. The build quality and the materials are top-notch, the performance utilization of the two components is solid and the device does not show any major flaws in terms of display or speakers, either. The folding mechanism leaves a sold impression as well, but it remains to be seen how it will hold up over the years. The so-called presentation mode is also not ideal since it covers the whole keyboard."
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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 Microsoft
Microsoft is an American technology corporation. Microsoft is best known for their Windows operating system and Surface laptop series. The Surface Laptop is their standard notebook offering, while their Surface Go, Surface Pro, and Surface Studio are their 2-in-1/tablet offerings in order of increasing capability. Although Microsoft charges a premium price tag for their laptops, buyers can expect a well integrated and packaged device since Microsoft develops the Windows operating system.
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