The HP Spectre x360 14 offers superior performance and build quality compared to the Packard Bell Cloudbook, making it better suited for demanding tasks and engineering software; its higher price reflects this. Conversely, the Cloudbook is more budget-friendly, providing basic functionality suitable for general use like web browsing and document editing, with the tradeoff being less power for intensive tasks. If portability and battery life are crucial, the Spectre's likely better in these areas too, but consider the extra weight and cost that come with these improvements. Choose the Spectre if performance and quality are priorities, or the Cloudbook for casual use and savings. 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 Packard Bell Cloudbook 14"
The Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" has no clear advantages over the HP Spectre x360 14.
Key differences
General Use
8.7/10
5.7/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
384.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
4.6/10
8.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.1/10
The HP Spectre x360 14 is very good for general use, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
The HP Spectre x360 14 offers a more powerful CPU and more RAM, leading to faster and smoother performance, along with a high-quality screen, better portability, and longer battery life, which are very important for a satisfying general use experience. In contrast, the Packard Bell Cloudbook may fall short in these areas, hindering performance and comfort, despite its adequate storage, keyboard, and speaker quality which are only somewhat important.
Gaming and AI
6.8/10
5.5/10
4.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
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
8.7/10
The HP Spectre x360 14 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
The HP Spectre x360 14 features a more powerful GPU, which greatly enhances gaming and 3D performance, and it typically has a higher screen refresh rate for smoother visuals. In contrast, the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" has a less capable GPU and lower screen refresh rate, leading to poorer performance in these activities.
Engineering and Design
8.4/10
5.5/10
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
4.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
The HP Spectre x360 14 is very good for engineering and design, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
The HP Spectre x360 14 has a faster CPU, more RAM, and a superior GPU compared to the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14", which makes it better suited for demanding engineering software and higher quality visuals. Additionally, the Spectre's higher screen resolution and quality will provide a clearer and more detailed display for design work, though it may be less portable and have a higher operating noise than the lighter Cloudbook.
Content Creation
8.7/10
5.9/10
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The HP Spectre x360 14 is very good for content creation, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
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
5.9/10
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
4.6/10
The HP Spectre x360 14 is very good for software development, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
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
5.8/10
14.0in
SIZE
14.1in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
384.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
The HP Spectre x360 14 has a better screen than the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The HP Spectre x360 14 boasts high resolution and brightness, making it ideal for general use due to crisp visuals, but its standard refresh rate is less suitable for gaming, where smoother motion is crucial. For engineering and design, its wide color coverage meets the demand for accurate color reproduction, yet its lackluster refresh rates don't align with the 3D gaming requirements where high refresh rates are key. In contrast, the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" falls short in providing the necessary screen quality across all areas due to its lower resolution and brightness, coupled with insufficient color range and refresh rate for the mentioned specialized tasks.
Battery
9.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The HP Spectre x360 14 has 9 hours of battery life. The Packard Bell Cloudbook 14 has 7 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
5.1/10
The HP Spectre x360 14 has very good build quality, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,630
$350
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The HP Spectre x360 14 has a price of $1,630 and the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" costs $350.
"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."
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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.
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