HP - Spectre x360 2-in-1 13.5" Touchscreen Laptop - Intel Evo Platform - Core i7 - 16GB Memory - 1TB SSD + 32GB Intel Optane - Nightfall Black

Name: HP - Spectre x360 2-in-1 13.5" Touchscreen Laptop - Intel Evo Platform - Core i7 - 16GB Memory - 1TB SSD + 32GB Intel Optane - Nightfall Black
Brand: HP
SKU: 6428660
Rating: 4.4 (615 reviews)

Model: 14-ea0023dx

SKU: 6428660

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Key Specs
- Screen Size: 13.5 inches (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
- Screen Resolution: 3000 x 2000 (Screens come in a range of resolutions (measured in pixels, horizontal x vertical). The higher the resolution, the greater the picture quality.)
- Touch Screen: true (Touch-screen devices make navigating more intuitive. Using a touch-screen display, you can do things such as tap to select, hold and drag to move items, swipe to scroll, and pinch to zoom.)
- Processor Model: Intel 11th Generation Core i7 Evo Platform (Your computer's processor is like its brain. Working in combination with system memory, the power of the processor determines the complexity of software you can run, how many programs you can have open at the same time, and how fast those programs will run. Most computers feature an AMD, Intel or Snapdragon processor.)
- CPU Base Clock Frequency: 4.7 gigahertz (Actual central processing unit (CPU) speed may vary by device configuration and design. The average rate at which the processor is able to execute tasks under normal operating conditions as asserted by the manufacturer.)
- Storage Type: SSD
- Total Storage Capacity: 1000 gigabytes
- System Memory (RAM): 16 gigabytes (Random-access memory (RAM) is a computing device's short-term data storage, which allows active information to be accessed quickly. The size and type of RAM determines how efficiently the device can handle large amounts of information at one time. For example, gaming or video editing requires more RAM for optimal performance.)
- Graphics: Intel Iris Xe Graphics (Often referred to as a "graphics processing unit" (GPU), this device is responsible for displaying image content and decoding/encoding video content in programs and games.)
- Display Connector(s): 2 x Thunderbolt 4 (The number and type of connectors used to connect to an external display.)
- Battery Chemistry: Lithium-ion polymer
- 2-in-1 Design: true (A laptop and a tablet combined in one lightweight, portable device. Sometimes referred to as "convertible" or "hybrid" laptops, these devices deliver the processing power and keyboard of a laptop. When you're ready to play, either detach the screen or fold your 2-in-1 into tablet mode to comfortably watch movies, play games, read an e-book and more.)
- Backlit Keyboard: true (Integrated lights allow for visibility of the keys in low-light conditions.)
General
- Brand: HP
- Model Number: 14-ea0023dx
- Product Name: Spectre x360 2-in-1 13.5" Touchscreen Laptop - Intel Evo Platform - Core i7 - 16GB Memory - 1TB SSD + 32GB Intel Optane
- Color: Nightfall Black
- Year of Release: 2020
Display
- Display Type: OLED
- Screen Size: 13.5 inches (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
- Screen Resolution: 3000 x 2000 (Screens come in a range of resolutions (measured in pixels, horizontal x vertical). The higher the resolution, the greater the picture quality.)
- Stylus Input: Active (An active stylus/pen is able to communicate directly with a compatible device; active electromagnetic resonance (EMR) pens are powered via a device's screen and active electrostatic (AES) pens require an additional power source. A passive stylus does not have electronic features and is compatible with most capacitative touch screens.)
- Touch Screen: true (Touch-screen devices make navigating more intuitive. Using a touch-screen display, you can do things such as tap to select, hold and drag to move items, swipe to scroll, and pinch to zoom.)
Processor
- Processor Brand: Intel
- Processor Model: Intel 11th Generation Core i7 Evo Platform (Your computer's processor is like its brain. Working in combination with system memory, the power of the processor determines the complexity of software you can run, how many programs you can have open at the same time, and how fast those programs will run. Most computers feature an AMD, Intel or Snapdragon processor.)
- Processor Model Number: 1165G7
- CPU Base Clock Frequency: 4.7 gigahertz (Actual central processing unit (CPU) speed may vary by device configuration and design. The average rate at which the processor is able to execute tasks under normal operating conditions as asserted by the manufacturer.)
- Number of CPU Cores: 4-core (quad-core) (A core, or "brain" of a CPU, allows it to receive and execute instructions. Each core can work independently or together to perform parallel operations.)
Storage
- Storage Type: SSD
- Total Storage Capacity: 1000 gigabytes
- Solid State Drive Capacity: 1000 gigabytes (The amount of data that can be stored on the device's solid state drive (SSD). SSD is a flash-based storage with faster speeds than a hard disk drive (HDD).)
- Solid State Drive Interface: NVMe (Connects the solid state drive to the host system. PCI and SATA interfaces are the most common; PCI interfaces are typically faster, but SATA interfaces are compatible with a wider range of systems.)
Memory
- System Memory (RAM): 16 gigabytes (Random-access memory (RAM) is a computing device's short-term data storage, which allows active information to be accessed quickly. The size and type of RAM determines how efficiently the device can handle large amounts of information at one time. For example, gaming or video editing requires more RAM for optimal performance.)
- Type of Memory (RAM): LPDDR4 SDRAM (Each type of RAM delivers a different level of speed, bandwidth, energy efficiency and performance.)
- System Memory RAM Speed: 3200 megahertz (How fast the information-storing hardware operates. The faster the RAM, the faster memory can be transferred to other system components. Ultimately, faster RAM improves operational efficiency.)
Graphics
- Graphics Type: Integrated (Dedicated graphics uses a separate graphics card for processing video images. Because it does not use memory from the system's RAM, there is no extra burden on the CPU and graphics are processed more efficiently. Integrated graphics shares system RAM to process video images.)
- GPU Brand: Intel
- Graphics: Intel Iris Xe Graphics (Often referred to as a "graphics processing unit" (GPU), this device is responsible for displaying image content and decoding/encoding video content in programs and games.)
Compatibility
- Operating System: Windows 11 Home (The operating system manages all software and hardware, including files, memory and connected devices. Most importantly, it lets you interact with your device and your programs in a visual way; otherwise, you'd be typing computer code to get anything done.)
- Voice Assistant Built-in: Amazon Alexa (A digital assistant built into the device that uses voice commands to answer questions and control smart devices.)
- Works With: Amazon Alexa (Compatible with or able to be connected to other smart devices or applications.)
Connectivity
- Display Connector(s): 2 x Thunderbolt 4 (The number and type of connectors used to connect to an external display.)
- Number of HDMI Outputs (Total): 0
- Number of DisplayPort Outputs (Total): 0
- Number of Thunderbolt Ports (Total): 2
- USB Ports: 1 x USB-A 3.2 (The number and type of USB ports the product has.)
- Number of USB Ports (Total): 3
- Headphone Jack: true (The device features an interface that allows for the connection of headphones.)
- Wireless Connectivity: Wi-Fi (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a short distance without the use of wires or cables.)
- Wireless Standard: AX (The wireless networking protocol used by the device. Each iteration of the protocol is based on the 802.11 standard developed by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Standards Association. Denoted by letters following 802.11 (802.11a, 802.11ac, etc.), each version, published in alphabetical order, encompasses all previous versions.)
- Number Of Ethernet Ports: 0
Cooling
- CPU Cooling System: Air
Power
- Battery Cells: 4-cell
- Battery Chemistry: Lithium-ion polymer
Camera
- Front-Facing Camera: true
- Front Facing Camera Video Resolution: 720p (Refers to the number of pixels, both horizontally and vertically, used by the camera facing the user to capture video. The higher the resolution the finer the video detail that can be seen.)
- Built-In Microphone: true
Features
- 2-in-1 Design: true (A laptop and a tablet combined in one lightweight, portable device. Sometimes referred to as "convertible" or "hybrid" laptops, these devices deliver the processing power and keyboard of a laptop. When you're ready to play, either detach the screen or fold your 2-in-1 into tablet mode to comfortably watch movies, play games, read an e-book and more.)
- Backlit Keyboard: true (Integrated lights allow for visibility of the keys in low-light conditions.)
- Customizable Keyboard Lighting: No
- Touchpad Type: Multi-touch
- Media Card Reader: true (A hardware device that allows for access to data on a memory card and enables the transfer of its files to a computer. These devices may have one or multiple slots for various types of memory cards, and may be integrated into the computer or available as an external device.)
- Customizable Case Lighting: false
- Audio Technology: Audio by Bang & Olufsen with quad speakers
- Speaker Type: Bang & Olufsen quad speakers
- Security Features: Fingerprint reader, Privacy camera
- Cable Lock Slot: None
- Casing Material: Aluminum
Dimensions
- Product Height: 0.67 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Width: 11.75 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Depth: 8.67 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Weight: 3 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
Certifications Listings & Approvals
- ENERGY STAR Certified: true (Devices carrying the ENERGY STAR service mark, such as computer products and peripherals, kitchen appliances, and other products, generally use 20% to 30% less energy than required by federal standards.)
- EPEAT Qualified: true (The Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool (EPEAT) was designed to provide an environmental assessment tool for purchasers. In order to qualify for EPEAT, a product must meet all 23 required criteria.)
- EPEAT Level: Silver (The Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool (EPEAT) was designed to provide an environmental assessment tool for purchasers. In order to qualify for EPEAT, a product must meet all 23 required criteria. Products are rated Bronze, Silver or Gold based on how many of 28 optional criteria they meet (below 50%, 50%, 75%).)
Included
- Included Software: Windows 11 Home
- Optical Drive Type: None (An optical disk drive (ODD) uses a laser light to read data from or write data to an optical disc. These discs include CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Discs. This allows you to play music or watch movies using prerecorded discs.)
- Numeric Keypad: false
- Stylus Included: true
Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 1 year
- Warranty - Labor: 1 year
Other
- UPC: 195122364649

HP Spectre x360 2-in-1 PC automatically adapts to your surroundings for the best onscreen image, adjusts performance settings based on your needs and provides useful privacy features with a click. The high definition display with 3:2 aspect ratio gives you more area to work with so you can scroll less.

Windows 11 Operating System: Windows 11 has all the power and security of Windows 10 with a redesigned and refreshed look. It also comes with new tools, sounds, and apps. Every detail has been considered. All of it comes together to bring you a refreshing experience on your PC.
13.5" 3K2K OLED Touch Panel: The high definition display with 3:2 aspect ratio gives you more area to work with so you can scroll less.
Intel® Evo™ Platform: The perfect combination of performance, responsiveness and battery life. Enjoy amazing performance with the 11th Gen Intel® Core™ i7 processor. Experience vivid colors with Intel® Iris® Xe graphics. Stay productive with fast-charging, long-lasting battery.
16GB system memory for intense multitasking and gaming: Reams of high-bandwidth LPDDR RAM to smoothly run your graphics-heavy PC games and video-editing applications, as well as numerous programs and browser tabs all at once.
1TB Solid State Drive (PCI-e): Save files fast and store more data. With massive amounts of storage and advanced communication power, PCI-e SSDs are great for major gaming applications, multiple servers, daily backups, and more.
Intel® Iris® Xe graphics: Impressive performance for creating, gaming, and entertainment. A new level of graphics performance and crisp, stunning visuals – with the convenience of a thin & light laptop.
Effortlessly connect with Gigabit Wifi: Enjoy a smoother wireless experience with Wi-Fi 6 (2x2) and Bluetooth® 5.0 combo, all your connections are solid and up to 3x faster file transfer speeds than Wi-Fi 5.
Intel® Optane™ Memory H10 with Solid State Storage: Launch your most used apps at faster speeds. Accomplish more in less time with two breakthrough technologies in a single form factor while seamlessly loading heavy duty images and videos.
Backlit keyboard: Keep going even in dimly lit rooms or aboard red-eye flights. With an illuminated keyboard, you can type comfortably in more environments.
An exceptionally rich audio experience: With HP Quad Speakers, HP Audio Boost, and custom tuning by the experts at Bang & Olufsen, entertainment comes to life with sound you can feel. Awaken your senses with PC audio perfection.
Fingerprint reader: Seamlessly log in to your device in any position with the touch of your finger. Patented 3-D fingerprint technology ensures secure access.
Privacy Camera Shutter Key: No more unsightly tape and tacky gum to hide your private moments. Ensure your privacy and security with a visible, physical shutter key that turns off your PC’s camera when not in use.
360° geared hinge: Innovatively engineered to rotate 360 degrees so that you can use your device in four positions.
Energy efficiency your way: HP is committed to global citizenship and environmental responsibility. Do the environment—and your wallet—a favor when you use the HP Spectre x360 that meets strict energy-efficiency and helps reduce your carbon footprint.
Alexa Built-In*: With Alexa on your PC, you can voice control your day at home and on the go. Just ask, and Alexa can add an appointment to your calendar, turn on the lights, set a reminder, or play today's hits.
Windows 11 Operating System: Windows 11 has all the power and security of Windows 10 with a redesigned and refreshed look. It also comes with new tools, sounds, and apps. Every detail has been considered. All of it comes together to bring you a refreshing experience on your PC.
13.5" 3K2K OLED Touch Panel: The high definition display with 3:2 aspect ratio gives you more area to work with so you can scroll less.
Intel® Evo™ Platform: The perfect combination of performance, responsiveness and battery life. Enjoy amazing performance with the 11th Gen Intel® Core™ i7 processor. Experience vivid colors with Intel® Iris® Xe graphics. Stay productive with fast-charging, long-lasting battery.
16GB system memory for intense multitasking and gaming: Reams of high-bandwidth LPDDR RAM to smoothly run your graphics-heavy PC games and video-editing applications, as well as numerous programs and browser tabs all at once.
1TB Solid State Drive (PCI-e): Save files fast and store more data. With massive amounts of storage and advanced communication power, PCI-e SSDs are great for major gaming applications, multiple servers, daily backups, and more.
Intel® Iris® Xe graphics: Impressive performance for creating, gaming, and entertainment. A new level of graphics performance and crisp, stunning visuals – with the convenience of a thin & light laptop.
Effortlessly connect with Gigabit Wifi: Enjoy a smoother wireless experience with Wi-Fi 6 (2x2) and Bluetooth® 5.0 combo, all your connections are solid and up to 3x faster file transfer speeds than Wi-Fi 5.
Intel® Optane™ Memory H10 with Solid State Storage: Launch your most used apps at faster speeds. Accomplish more in less time with two breakthrough technologies in a single form factor while seamlessly loading heavy duty images and videos.
Backlit keyboard: Keep going even in dimly lit rooms or aboard red-eye flights. With an illuminated keyboard, you can type comfortably in more environments.
An exceptionally rich audio experience: With HP Quad Speakers, HP Audio Boost, and custom tuning by the experts at Bang & Olufsen, entertainment comes to life with sound you can feel. Awaken your senses with PC audio perfection.
Fingerprint reader: Seamlessly log in to your device in any position with the touch of your finger. Patented 3-D fingerprint technology ensures secure access.
Privacy Camera Shutter Key: No more unsightly tape and tacky gum to hide your private moments. Ensure your privacy and security with a visible, physical shutter key that turns off your PC’s camera when not in use.
360° geared hinge: Innovatively engineered to rotate 360 degrees so that you can use your device in four positions.
Energy efficiency your way: HP is committed to global citizenship and environmental responsibility. Do the environment—and your wallet—a favor when you use the HP Spectre x360 that meets strict energy-efficiency and helps reduce your carbon footprint.
Alexa Built-In*: With Alexa on your PC, you can voice control your day at home and on the go. Just ask, and Alexa can add an appointment to your calendar, turn on the lights, set a reminder, or play today's hits.

Whats Included

HP Spectre x360 Convertible 14-ea0023dx Laptop
AC Adapter
4 cell Battery
HP Rechargeable MPP2.0 Tilt Pen in nightfall black
Protective sleeve
HP Spectre x360 Convertible 14-ea0023dx Laptop
AC Adapter
4 cell Battery
HP Rechargeable MPP2.0 Tilt Pen in nightfall black
Protective sleeve

Product Manuals

Q: Is the 14” Spectre going to be available with a high resolution IPS display? On HP’s website, the only choices for IPS are 1920x1280. It would be nice if there was an option for those that dislike OLED, but still want high resolution display.

A: As someone who appreciates high resolution IPS displays for their non-PWM flickering panels I share the same thoughts, but unfortunately it seems they went the exact same route as the Spectre x360 13.3 does in only offering 1080p IPS or 4K OLED (3K in this case). Which to me seems unfair as this is made with 3:2 for productivity where now people who want a higher quality display will suffer from PWM flickering/possible burn in from having white images for extended periods of time, or have to choose a lower quality one where text won't appear as sharp since it's not 3K. Truly a blunder from HP here.

Q: I have read a lot about the faults of HP computers and am undecided about buying, are the new models reliable in the long run?

A: My sense, having bought 2 Spectres (both the 2017-model *and* the late 2020 14 OLED 3:2) is that HP has steadily increased both its build quality and quality control. My only complaint with the 2017 Spectre was the underwhelming battery life. HP solved that problem, while also adding a taller display for productivity, a bundled pen that works very well with the touchscreen, and what I think is a gorgeous, convenient gem cut design with an angled rear USB-C port. Every item out of the box felt more premium 3 years later, except the leather sleeve. But most other 2-in-1s don't have a sleeve included, so it's all gravy. Intel Evo certification creates a fast and efficient experience. Feels more like starting a cell phone than a traditional WIndows machine.

Q: Is the 16 GB RAM 16x1 or 8x2? Is there a RAM expansion slot? Is the RAM upgradeable or soldered on? Is there an empty RAM slot or both slots are taken up by the 16 GB RAM?

A: The RAM on this model is not upgradeable.

Q: Does this model have the BrightView, anti-reflection, 400 nits screen? Does that anti-reflective screen resemble a matte screen? I've always had laptops with matte screens, but they've become hard to find. Thanks!

A: Yes, screen on my machine is anti reflective.

Q: What is the battery life better of the spectre 360x 2 and 1, 13.5 inch 1920 x1080 compared to the spectre 360x 2 and 1, 13.5 inch 3000 x 2000?

A: HP claims up to 17 hours battery life but all manufacturers inflate their own estimates. With normal use you should get half of that (possibly more).

Q: Does the webcam support Windows Hello like previous Specters?

A: From what I've read about this laptop in articles online, the webcam should still support Windows hello as well as have fingerprint unlock.

Q: Does this laptop have TPM 2.0, so it can be used with bitlocker?

A: This laptop will have TPM 2.0. And it can be used with Bitlocker. But you may need to upgrade to Windows 10 Pro, which has Bitlocker. Here are more details: https://www.windowscentral.com/how-use-bitlocker-encryption-windows-10

Q: Which specific version Intel graphics chip does this PC use?

A: This model will use Intel's new Iris Xe Graphics chip.

Customers are saying

Customers commend the Spectre x360 for its stunning OLED screen, lightweight design, and impressive battery life. They appreciate its powerful performance and sleek design. However, some users have concerns about overheating, fan noise, speaker quality, camera quality, and pre-installed bloatware.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
The Goldilocks Laptop
During this review, I will be referencing my previous review of the 2020 HP Spectre x360 15" a lot. Take a look here: https://www.reddit.com/r/spectrex360/comments/gvxb9g/hp_spectre_x360_156_2020_laptop_review/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web2x&context=3 HP Spectre x360 13.5" (2020) | 14-ea0023dx Cost: $1,599.99 + Tax (Bestbuy) Initial thoughts and background story: I had this laptop in my sights about 1 month before it's official release date. As soon as the laptop appeared on Bestbuy's website, I set it to notify me as soon as it was available to purchase. The day it was available to purchase I was able to place an order. I chose delivery as it stated it would be delivered in 2 days. This turned out to not be the case and one week after the expected delivery date I called Bestbuy's customer support number and asked about the status update on my laptop order. The representative was extremely helpful and stated that the laptop was lost in traffic as it was never picked up by UPS and the computer in the warehouse just automatically printed the label and it was never scanned. I was given the option to either have it reshipped or have it fully refunded. I suggested a 3rd option of changing the order to an in-store pickup and the customer service rep was helpful throughout the whole process. The following day I got an email notification that my device was ready for pickup at my nearby Bestbuy. I was ecstatic and shocked at how quickly everything worked out. The moral of the story is: If possible, select in-store pickup. Laptop Drivers: https://support.hp.com/us-en/drivers/selfservice/hp-spectre-x360-convertible-laptop-pc-14-ea0000/35698516/model/2100028129?sku=1H9M0UA Data Sheet: https://files.bbystatic.com/sI0LlBmMe2h%2F094HQvvVdA%3D%3D/Datasheet Pros: Another beautiful display. The resolution is 3000 x 2000 which is not exactly 4k but the difference is minimal. (This specific unit had no issues with OLED uniformity and colors were spot on. My previous HP Spectre x360 15" had a green tint on light gray backgrounds and it was very annoying. I'm glad this issue is not present on this laptop) An even better typing experience. For some reason, the laptop feels like it has more key travel and the spacing of the keys feel precise. The alignment to the trackpad is centered and not left-sided as compared to the 15" model. The only thing I had to adjust for was the page function keys on the most right sides of the laptop (And I'm going to miss the numpad. That may or may not be something of importance to everyone but it was a welcome feature especially for using the calculator or entering your PIN quicker) Build quality is top-notch. There is no flex on the bottom of the chassis and no keyboard wobble on a flat surface. (Unfortunately, the laptop does not openly perfectly with one hand. About half-way when opening the laptop, the bottom starts to lift up slightly. It is still do-able however) Windows Hello still works exceptionally fast. The placement of the fingerprint reader is in the keyboard layout and I enjoy the greater size of the scanner as it makes me more likely to use the fingerprint scanner. Speed: For some reason, this laptop feels consistently faster & snappier as compared to my previous 15" laptop. Even though there is no dedicated GPU, the integrated Iris XE graphics seem to be just what I need. Video playback is buttery smooth. There are no frame drops when playing 4k HDR 60 FPS videos on YouTube. I even managed to play 8k 60 FPS videos just fine as well with little to no frame drops. Size: This is the goldilocks Spectre x360 in my opinion. The 15" seemed to be way too large to fully utilize all the features of the 360-degree functionality. Tablet mode was a no go. The 13" seemed to be way too small for productivity. But the 14" just happens to give that extra vertical screen real estate that is a game-changer. Scrolling on Reddit and writing code feels so nice on this laptop. Tablet mode feels useable and a feature I enjoy greatly Weight: The weight of this laptop is light yet feels solid and well constructed. The 15" was a tad bit too heavy. The network speeds are just as fast as the previous models. (Reaching speeds of 500 Mbps up & down while being a floor above my router) Begone propriety AC adapter. No more blue tip chargers for this laptop. The laptop comes with a 65 W USB-C Charger and I'm able to use the chargers around the house whenever I need it. I use a 90W USB-C Charger to power this device) (Don't trust that HP Website mislabel, its a headphone jack) The screen-to-body ratio is still 90% while being a 3:2 aspect ratio. That ASPECT RATIO though. It really is nice. Scroll less. See more. Adaptive color profiles. The system is able to automatically detect the surroundings to find the best color profile for your uses. The included HP Rechargeable MPP 2.0 Tilt Pen was a nice add-on that many companies overlook. Battery life has improved as compared to the 15" laptop in my case. I'm getting upwards of 9 hours on this laptop and I believe it's due to all the built in AI features that this laptop has. The Smart Sense profile in the command center automatically detects the best mode for specific use cases. The Webcam privacy filter is COOOOL. The placement of the switch is on the keyboard and when you press this key, the camera becomes disabled and white stripes cover the webcam. This laptop uses 2x 8GB Micron Technology 4267MHz. I get speeds around the 3800 MHz range and woah why is this an underlooked feature. On BestBuy's website, it states that there is only 3200 MHz RAM but that is not the case it seems. Everything just feels snappy, smooth, safe, and beautiful. THUNDERBOLT 4 USB-C Cons: Still a terrible webcam. yup :(. Just make sure you got great lighting. The temperatures do lean towards the warm side but I must say that they are not as hot as previous models. I credit this to the Smart Sense profile switching that kicks in the fans every so often when heavy usage is detected. The temperature is not burning hot. It is more of a sauna temperature warm. Speakers aren't the best of the best. They are a tiny bit quieter than the 15" model but it is still loud and the quality is on point. Still a fingerprint magnet for the exterior. Side Notes/Comments: The laptop drivers on the website may not be up at the moment but that is the link that was provided from the software. Still the classic bloatware in the system. I did not fully reinstall the operating system but instead just manually removed the applications that I did not want as I was setting up the device. (Such as Express VPN, McAfee, OneDrive Promos, Alexa) Honestly, I don't see the "dot pattern" that was reported on previous models. Maybe it's there but it's too small for me to see I believe they added AI noise reduction for the microphone so that is an improvement to be noted. The in-bag detection is a nice idea and I have to fully test that out. The Iris XE Graphics are about the same level as the Nvidia MX350. Just if anyone was wondering. The laptop is 3 lbs or 1.36 kg Y'all should check out HP Quickdrop. (A way to transfer files from your phone to the computer, quickly and seamlessly
Posted 5 years ago by rawl
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Next level
Purchased the HP Spectre 360 2in1 13.5 inch in Nightfall Black. The wrapping definitely matches the price point, giving a feeling of receiving a high-end product throughout the unboxing process. And the computer is a beauty. Inside the box is the laptop itself, a patent leather laptop sleeve and a stylus pen. The laptop speed is super fast while executing tasks such as streaming Netflix, YouTube etc., using Microsoft Office products, using a variety of other applications, checking email and running multiple tasks at the same time (i.e. multiple windows open and streaming simultaneously). The high definition screen provides a crisp image that is easy to look at and makes viewing pleasurable and the 3:2 aspect ratio makes you forget you have a smaller device. I didn't want to carry around a heavy 15 inch laptop and with this screen you don't feel like you've compromised screen size at all. I love the fingerprint reader, between having to remember so many passwords and constant threat of cyber security compromise it adds a little bit of comfort. The battery life is decent for a laptop but nowhere near 10 hours for example I was taking an online proctored exam where there was only one application running and the microphone and webcam and the battery nearly died 3.5 hours into the exam. Overall I am pleased with my purchase and have even purchased an additional for a family member that was in need of replacement PC. Given the expensive price and cons listed below I still made the investment. And although I would purchase again I gave it a 4 star instead of 5 for the cons listed in this review (would've given it a 4.5 if that were an option). Pros: Beautiful, fast, extra accessories, screen display (both quality of image and end to end display), amount of SSD storage, compact size and finger print reader. Cons: Expensive, low quality webcam, the nightfall black body/display screen show fingerprints and shorter battery life than expected.
Posted 4 years ago by Happycamper
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent laptop - great value
As an owner of a 2016 Spectre x360, I thought it was time to upgrade. I purchased the 14 inch Tiger Lake Spectre x360-14 on November 13, 2020. I have been very pleased with the 2020 model thus far. Size: I found my 2016 Spectre to be an ideal size and weight compared to any prior laptop I had owned. This model raises the bar. With a 14 inch diagonally measured screen, the 2020 model laptop is actually slightly smaller than the 2016 model. Bigger screen, smaller overall size. How did they do that? It’s all in reducing the size of the screen bezels, that wasted space around the borders of the screen, which are very slim in the 2020 Spectre. I really wanted more screen space, but would not consider a 15 inch screen because of the size and weight. I didn’t think it could get any better than my 2016 Spectre, but it does. Battery life: This is the weak point of the 2020 Spectre x360-14 for some people. The OLED screen extracts a big penalty on battery life over an IPS screen. I got about 5.5 hours with the screen on the entire time, web browsing, etc. At 19% remaining, Battery Saver kicked in and reduced screen brightness. It seemed like the processor slowed also as it was not as responsive, but still quite useable. The Spectre lasted another 40 minutes until at 7% remaining, a popup said to turn off or connect the power supply which I did. So a little under six hours of use with the screen on. Unless I’m on an airplane, I generally use a laptop with the power supply attached, so I don’t see this as huge limitation for me. Keyboard: The keyboard is much better than the 2016 model. Keys are not as slippery, much better marked (can’t really read the symbols on the silver keys on the 2016). The 2020 model has larger markings, larger keys and a better feel overall. Keyboard illumination from back lit LEDs is superb. On 2016 Spectre, there is one mode of illumination that provides some backlight but it is quite uneven on the keyboard and stays on all the time when activated. On the 2020 Spectre, illumination is even, with two levels of brightness, and after about 8 seconds, it turns off if no keys are touched. Touchpad: The 2020 Spectre’s touchpad is a huge improvement over 2016. This was a weak point of the 2016 model for me. The earlier touchpad was just “inaccurate” in that the slightest touches would move the cursor when unintended. Sensitivity adjustments never worked. With the 2020 model, the touchpad works like it should. I was surprised to find it uses an Elan driver as some reviews indicated it used Microsoft Precision drivers which appear to be the best. Screen: The best feature of this laptop is the 3:2 screen ratio. You quickly realize how much more enjoyable and less tiring using this screen layout is compared to a 16:9. The only thing a 16:9 screen is good for is watching movies. If you use a laptop for anything else, you will appreciate this change to the original laptop screen format. It simply takes less eye and head movement and scrolling to acquire the same information on a 3:2 screen than on a 16:9 screen if viewing text and images. This alone is a reason to buy this computer. I think we will see this become the standard laptop screen format very soon. The OLED display is quite good. I can see an improvement in resolution between this 3K version and my 2016 FHD IPS screen. Whites are truly white, not gray as on the 2016 model. Text is clearer. I have not played with the auto adjustment features yet. It’s currently turned off. The screen brightness can be set so high you can read a book from the light it produces, whereas the 2016 display brightness was typically set at almost 100% to produce a useable image indoors. Color rendition appears to be quite good, though even with HP Display Control app set at “Native – No optimization applied” I thought the color saturation was a bit too high for natural looking color. Other modes on Display Control produce even higher color saturation. There are a lot of options for adjusting the screen color and brightness. It will take some time to find the right one(s) for me. I have not noticed any of the grid lines that some users report. Overall, another major improvement over the 2016 model. Speed: What can I say, it’s faster than my four year old Spectre, which I found adequate for word processing, web browsing, etc. But the 2020 Tiger Lake model is clearly more responsive. What counts for me is how it performs on the tasks I use it for. I don’t play computers games, and would not expect this laptop (without a dedicated GPU) to be adequate for hardcore gamers, but for my use, it is more than adequate. Just FYI, Best Buy’s Specification for this laptop reports that it uses 3200 MHz memory. This is incorrect. The installed memory is actually two Micron Technology 8 Gig RAM modules of 4267 MHz memory. Heat: Yes, the laptop gets warm on your lap, but never uncomfortably so. I would say it’s the same as the 2016 Spectre, but obviously with a much faster processor, better display and all the other improvements. I never heard any fan noise. Sound: I found the sound quality good, not great. Bear in mind if you are listening to things like YouTube, audio quality of the original media varies considerably. There’s a lot of bad audio on the internet, and no speakers can improve something that was poorly recorded. But for content that was properly recorded, I found the sound quite good, and volume levels adequate. Signon: Windows Hello facial recognition works flawlessly and instantly. It took about a minute to set it up. I was not offered the option to store a fingerprint, probably because I had setup the Hello and PIN options, but I’ll probably teach it my fingerprint just in case. Power supply: The 2020 Spectre comes with a 65 watt HP USB C Power Delivery charger, but fortunately the laptop can use any USB C charger that produces at least that minimum power. The 2016 Spectre would give you a pop up if you connected anything other than HP’s charger telling you it recommended you use the factory charger. That was a total annoyance, even though it would still charge with non-HP chargers. No silly warnings on the 2020 model. This allows me to use a dual port Aukey charger that charges both my phone and the Spectre at the same time with a single charger. WiFi: Not much to say here other than the WiFi gave equal or slightly better performance compared to other WiFi devices on my home network. I tend to use wired gigabit Ethernet (with an Ethernet to USB C adapter that I purchased – not included with the Spectre) for the best speeds, but on both 802.11 AC and AX access points, the WiFi speeds were very close to what I measured on wired ethernet tests. I noticed that the Spectre detected an AX access point and gave a pop up when connected to that device alerting me that it had established an AX (WiFi 6) connection. Webcam: I have not tested this. Other reviewers are critical of the picture quality in the sense that the 2020 Spectre’s webcam is no better than that on webcams from a few years ago. That’s probably true. It’s just a 720p webcam. If you want a better webcam, buy a better webcam and plug it into a USB port. Overall impression: The 2020 Spectre x360-14 is a superb laptop. I rarely used the tablet mode on my 2016 model, but I still have not found a better laptop for my needs. It’s fast, lightweight, has an excellent screen and keyboard, more storage than most people will ever use and simply meets all my needs. Yes, there are cheaper laptops, but my four year old 2016 Spectre is still working quite well, and I expect to get at least another four years from the 2020 model. The 3:2 ratio screen really is reason enough to justify an upgrade. You simply have to spend about an hour with this format to realize how much better this screen ratio is compared to the 16:9 screen format that has been the only choice for many years. Over the years, I have used laptops by Dell, Lenovo and HP (including some designed for business customers). Some of the business models might be slightly more robust in terms of construction, but none had the same combination of features and performance that the 2020 Spectre x360-14 offers. Highly recommended. Price match warning: A week after I purchased the laptop, Best Buy’s website showed a significant price reduction over what I had just paid. My phone call to Best Buy’s 800 number resulted in a polite: we can’t price match this item. I was unable to get any explanation why since I was well within the return period and the lower price was from Best Buy itself. I went to the local BB store where I had purchased the laptop. The helpful employee said when he tried to process a price match, the computer said it was ineligible because it was part of a bundle. I explained that it was not a bundle, but Best Buy had offered a slight discount on a Logitech mouse and a Microsoft 365 subscription if purchased at the same time as the laptop. (This same offer applies to almost all BB laptops.) So the $35 or so I saved by buying the accessories at the same time I purchased the laptop had made me ineligible for a refund of a couple of hundred dollars because Best Buy considered this a bundle purchase. Best Buy needs to fix this. I was ready to return the computer on the last day of the return period and purchase another one when it went on sale, but a very helpful assistant manager in the store was able to work it out to complete the price match. Until Best Buy fixes this, I would forego any accessories purchased on the same order as the laptop.
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