When choosing between the HP Spectre x360 14 and Lenovo ThinkBook 13x, consider that while the Spectre may be less expensive, it also provides the flexibility of a 2-in-1 with touch screen capabilities, which is great for general use and creativity-oriented tasks. The ThinkBook, on the other hand, often offers a bit more performance suited for business users or more demanding applications. If portability is a priority, the ThinkBook is typically lighter and slimmer, but that can come at the cost of slightly shorter battery life compared to the Spectre, which is still quite portable and offers a longer-lasting battery. 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 overall build quality
Best in class speakers
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x
Excellent portability
Key differences
General Use
8.7/10
7.9/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
384.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
500.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 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 Lenovo ThinkBook 13x is good.
The HP Spectre x360 14 boasts a robust CPU and ample RAM that handle multitasking with ease, a high-quality screen for vivid visuals, and a battery that lasts all day, all packed in a sleek, portable form. On the other hand, the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x also offers decent processing power and memory for everyday tasks, comes with a good display, and is lightweight, but it might not match the HP's endurance on battery life.
Content Creation
8.7/10
8.0/10
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.6/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The HP Spectre x360 14 and Lenovo ThinkBook 13x are both very good for content creation, though the HP Spectre x360 14 is somewhat better.
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
7.9/10
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The HP Spectre x360 14 is very good for software development, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x 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
8.2/10
14.0in
SIZE
13.5in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
384.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
500.0 nits
The HP Spectre x360 14 has a better screen than the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, both the HP Spectre x360 14 and Lenovo ThinkBook 13x offer clear, bright displays with high resolution that make viewing documents and browsing the web a pleasant experience. When it comes to engineering and design, their screens cover a wide range of colors, offering the accuracy and vividness professionals need for tasks like photo editing or CAD work. However, their lower refresh rates mean that while engaging in gaming or working with 3D rendering, there may be noticeable lag or motion blur, making them less suitable for those specific activities.
Portability
Very Good
Excellent
14.0in
SIZE
13.5in
3.4 lbs
WEIGHT
2.7 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x has excellent portability, while the HP Spectre x360 14 has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5/10
7.6/10
The HP Spectre x360 14 has very good build quality, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,630
$1,399
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The HP Spectre x360 14 has a price of $1,630 and the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x costs $1,399.
The HP Spectre x360 14 and Lenovo ThinkBook 13x are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The HP Spectre x360 14 and Lenovo ThinkBook 13x possess GPUs that handle games and 3D applications adequately but are not specialized for high-performance gaming, leading to a fair experience in these areas. While they have decent CPUs and screen quality, their lower screen refresh rates are not ideal for the fast-paced visuals often necessary in gaming and certain 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
8.4/10
7.9/10
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.6/10
4.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers HP Spectre x360 14 to be very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x is good.
The HP Spectre x360 14 offers superior CPU, RAM, and GPU capabilities, which are essential for demanding engineering software and tasks, alongside a high-quality screen that benefits design work; it also has a solid keyboard and decent speakers but may be a bit heavier and noisier under load. On the other hand, the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x, while still capable for engineering and design due to its good performance specs and screen, is lighter and quieter, making it more portable, though its build may compromise slightly on keyboard and audio quality.
Battery
9.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The HP Spectre x360 14 has 9 hours of battery life. The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x 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.
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How the HP Spectre x360 14 and the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x 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."
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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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