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Spectre x360 2-in-1 13.3" Touch-Screen Laptop - Intel Core i7 - 16GB Memory - 512GB Solid State Drive - HP finish in natural silver

Model: 13-AE012DX
SKU: 6080223
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  • Key Specs
    • Screen Size: 13.3 inches (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
    • Screen Resolution: 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) (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 8th Generation Core i7 (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: 1.8 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: 512 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 UHD Graphics 620 (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 3 (The number and type of connectors used to connect to an external display.)
    • Battery Chemistry: Lithium-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: 13-AE012DX
    • Product Name: Spectre x360 2-in-1 13.3" Touch-Screen Laptop - Intel Core i7 - 16GB Memory - 512GB Solid State Drive
    • Color: HP finish in natural silver
    • Year of Release: 2017
  • Display
    • Display Type: LED
    • Screen Size: 13.3 inches (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
    • Screen Resolution: 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) (Screens come in a range of resolutions (measured in pixels, horizontal x vertical). The higher the resolution, the greater the picture quality.)
    • Stylus Input: Built for Windows Ink (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 8th Generation Core i7 (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: 8550U
    • CPU Base Clock Frequency: 1.8 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
    • Storage Type: SSD
    • Total Storage Capacity: 512 gigabytes
    • Solid State Drive Capacity: 512 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: PCIe (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): LPDDR3 (Each type of RAM delivers a different level of speed, bandwidth, energy efficiency and performance.)
    • Number of Memory Sticks Included: 1
  • 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 UHD Graphics 620 (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 10 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.)
  • Connectivity
    • Display Connector(s): 2 x Thunderbolt 3 (The number and type of connectors used to connect to an external display.)
    • Number of Thunderbolt Ports (Total): 2
    • USB Ports: 1 x USB-C 3.1 (The number and type of USB ports the product has.)
    • Number of USB Ports (Total): 1
    • 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: AC (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.)
  • Cooling
    • CPU Cooling System: Air
  • Power
    • Battery Cells: 3-cell
    • Battery Chemistry: Lithium-polymer
  • Camera
    • Front-Facing Camera: 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.)
    • 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.)
    • Audio Technology: Bang & Olufsen Audio
    • Speaker Type: Four speakers
    • Security Features: Fingerprint reader
    • Stylus Dock: None
  • Dimensions
    • Product Height: 0.5 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: 12 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: 8.5 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: 2.78 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: false (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.)
  • Included
    • Included Software: HP Recovery Manager, HP Support Assistant, HP ePrint, Netflix, McAfee LiveSafe (30 days trial), Dropbox (25 GB Cloud Storage) (free for 1 year), Cortana, HP Audio Switch, HP JumpStart and HP Sure Connect 2.0
    • 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.)
    • Stylus Included: true
  • Warranty
    • Warranty - Parts: 1 year
    • Warranty - Labor: 1 year
  • Other
    • UPC: 191628999118

Touch screenIncrease your productivity with this HP Spectre laptop. Equipped with an Intel Core i7 processor and 16GB of RAM, it provides quick responsiveness for optimal performance, and the 512GB solid-state drive lacks moving parts for a quiet operation. The IR camera on this HP Spectre laptop lets you securely log in.Learn more.

Laptop Buying Guide

  • Windows 10 operating system: Windows 10 brings back the Start Menu from Windows 7 and introduces new features, like the Edge Web browser that lets you markup Web pages on your screen. Learn more ›
  • Built for Windows Ink: Quickly jot down notes and ideas with ease.
  • 13.3" Full HD touch screen: The 1920 x 1080 resolution boasts impressive color and clarity. Natural finger-touch navigation makes the most of Windows 10. IPS technology for wide viewing angles. Energy-efficient WLED backlight.
  • 8th Gen Intel® Core™ i7-8550U mobile processor: Ultra-low-voltage platform. Quad-core, eight-way processing provides maximum high-efficiency power to go. Intel Turbo Boost Technology delivers dynamic extra power when you need it.
  • 16GB system memory for intense multitasking and gaming: Reams of high-bandwidth LPDDR3 RAM to smoothly run your graphics-heavy PC games and video-editing applications, as well as numerous programs and browser tabs all at once.
  • 512GB solid state drive (SSD): While offering less storage space than a hard drive, a flash-based SSD has no moving parts, resulting in faster start-up times and data access, no noise, and reduced heat production and power draw on the battery.
  • 360° flip-and-fold design: Offers versatile functionality with laptop, audience, tabletop, presentation and tablet modes.
  • Cloud support lets you access your files anywhere: Store your photos, videos, documents and other files on Dropbox for secure access across multiple devices. Fees may apply.
  • Intel® UHD Graphics 620: On-processor graphics with shared video memory provide everyday image quality for Internet use, basic photo editing and casual gaming.
  • Weighs 2.78 lbs. and measures 0.5" thin: Ultraportable design, featuring a smaller screen size and omitting the DVD/CD drive to achieve the compact form factor. 3-cell lithium-polymer battery.
  • The Corning Gorilla glass NBT display: Resists scratches and withstands minor impact damage.
  • Bluetooth interface syncs with compatible devices: Wirelessly transfer photos, music and other media between the laptop and your Bluetooth-enabled cell phone or MP3 player, or connect Bluetooth wireless accessories.
  • 1 USB Type-C port: To maximize performance on the latest high-speed devices.
  • Thunderbolt port for connecting advanced monitors and external drives: This single interface supports both high-speed data and high-def video — plus power over cable for bus-powered devices — ideal for digital content creators.
  • Built-in media reader for simple photo transfer: Supports microSD memory card formats.
  • Next-generation wireless connectivity: Connects to your network or hotspots on all current Wi-Fi standards. Connect to a Wireless-AC router for speed nearly 3x faster than Wireless-N.
  • Built-in HP TrueVision HD webcam with dual-array digital microphone: Makes it easy to video chat with family and friends or teleconference with colleagues over Skype or other popular applications. Automatically adjusts for available light.
  • Built-in fingerprint reader: Streamlines security settings for quick, typo-free access.
  • Additional port: Headphone/microphone combo jack.
Whats Included
  • 3-cell battery
  • HP Spectre x360 13-ae012dx
  • Power adapter, active stylus
Product Manuals

Q: What is the difference between mobile processor and normal processor, please explain and why mobile processor used in laptops

A: Laptops are mobile. Therefore they use smaller, weaker processors. If you tried to put a full sized desktop in a laptop you would have a bad time. You can identify the type of processor by the suffix at the end. Ultrabooks tend to have "U" at the the end of the processor, which stands for "Ultra low power", or "Ultraportable" or whatever. That means they consume less power to maximize battery life. That isn't important with desktops, like "K" or "T" which maximize performance. Gaming laptops that need more more power might have an intel processor with a suffix of "HQ" or "HK", the latter really only appearing on the biggest behemoths

Q: I have just purchased this today and first thing i notice is loud fan noise and overheating of laptop.CPU usage is less that 10%. Anyone else faced the same issue ,is this the problem with all models or could be just the one i got ?

A: I had the same problem, the laptop sounded like a plane taking off and I was about to return the laptop. I updated the BIOS using HP support Assistant, turned off the laptop till it cooled down and powered up again. Since then I have not get any fan noise.

Q: Does this have an HDMI out? How do you connect to an external screen (for presentations etc)?

A: No, it doesn't have an HDMI out. You'd want a HDMI to USB-C adapter and use the USB-C ports.

Q: Does this include the pen?

A: Yes it comes with pen

Q: are there any similar models that have a cd/dvd drive?

A: This product is not available with a CD drive. Similar models by HP do not have a drive either.

Q: From the reviews i came to know that this laptop is heating up and fan is kicking quite often, is it a hardware issue?? Is there any solution 'cus i am out of country and i cannot return my product.

A: I've had no such issues with my machine, but I also took a few steps to make sure this won't happen: 1. Updated all drivers and BIOS to latest version. HP has an automatic system to do this. 2. Remove McAfee 3. Switch the slow Synaptics touchpad for a Precision driver. You can find instructions for this online.

Q: This is an Intel Core i7 8th Generation right? Because it does not specify

A: Yes, this sports the late 2017 Intel Core i7 8th gen processor. Product page states the following: "8th Gen Intel® Core™ i7-8550U mobile processor Ultra-low-voltage platform. Quad-core, eight-way processing provides maximum high-efficiency power to go. Intel Turbo Boost Technology delivers dynamic extra power when you need it."

Q: Which version of Windows 10? The specs only lists Windows 10.

A: This PC comes with Windows 10 Home.