HP Spectre x360 (2024)

HP Spectre x360 (2024)

Manufacturer	HP
Product family	Spectre
Release date	January 2024 (2024-01)
Discontinued	No
Operating system	Windows 11 Home (Can be configured with Windows 11 Pro)
CPU	Intel Core Ultra 7 155H
Memory	16 GB LPDDR5x-6400 MHz (onboard)
Memory slots	None (soldered)
Storage	1 TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe M.2 SSD
Storage slots	1 user accessible
Display	Screen size: 16 inch Panel type: OLED Coating: Corning® Gorilla® Glass NBT™ Resolution: 2880 x 1800 PPI: 212 Aspect ratio: 16:10 Refresh rate: 48-120 Hz Brightness: 400 Nits sRGB: 100 % Adobe RGB: 98 % P3: 99 % Variable Refresh Rate
Graphics	Intel Arc Graphics Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050 6 GB GDDR6
Sound	Poly Studio with quad speakers
Camera	Front: 9 MP IR camera with camera shutter, temporal noise reduction, and night mode
Touchpad	Haptic touchpad
Connectivity	Wi-Fi 6E (2x2) supporting gigabit data rate Bluetooth 5.3 2 x Thunderbolt 4 with USB Type-C 40Gbps signaling rate (USB Power Delivery, DisplayPort 2.1, HP Sleep and Charge) 1 x USB Type-A 10Gbps signaling rate (HP Sleep and Charge) 1 x Headphone/microphone combo
Mass	4.3 pounds (2.0 kg)
Power brick	100W USB Type-C power adapter
Battery	6-cell, 83 Wh Li-ion polymer
Keyboard	Backlit, nightfall black
Chassis	Color: Nightfall black Materials: CNC aluminum with a sandblasted finish
Number pad	No
Fingerprint reader	Yes, integrated into the power button
Facial recognition	Yes, via IR camera
Website	HP

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The HP Spectre x360 (2024) is a premium 2-in-1 convertible laptop designed for both productivity and entertainment. It features a powerful Intel Core Ultra 7 155H processor, a high-resolution 2.8K OLED touchscreen, and a 9-MP webcam. The device is designed for versatility, making it suitable for both productivity and entertainment.

Primary Hardware

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Processor

The HP Spectre x360 (2024) is powered by the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H processor. This processor features:

• 14 cores (6 Performance cores + 8 Efficiency cores)
• 22 threads
• 24 MB L3 cache
• Maximum turbo clock of 4.8 GHz
• 65 W PL2 for short bursts and 40 W PL1 for sustained performance

The processor integrates an NPU for AI applications and is designed to deliver powerful and responsive performance, making it suitable for tasks such as video editing, productivity applications, and 4K entertainment.

Reviewers have noted that the CPU performs well in various tasks, especially in video editing and productivity applications. However, it is recommended to set the laptop to Performance mode in the My HP Command Center to achieve optimal performance, as Smart Sense mode significantly reduces processing speed. The CPU outperformed older Core-i models and competitors in various benchmarks, particularly in short bursts of load, showcasing its efficiency and power.

Benchmarks:

• Cinebench R15 Multi: 2531 Points
• Cinebench R23 Multi Core: 14945 Points
• Cinebench R20 Multi: 5796 Points
• Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core: 12896 Points
• Geekbench 5.5 Multi-Core: 12398 Points

Graphics

The HP Spectre x360 (2024) comes with two GPU options:

• Integrated Intel Arc Graphics with 8 Xe cores
• Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050 with 6 GB GDDR6 memory

The integrated Intel Arc Graphics showed significant improvements over previous Intel iGPUs, performing well in synthetic benchmarks and gaming scenarios. It is capable of handling many modern games at decent settings. The Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050 provides excellent performance for video editing and light 3D modeling, with minimal drop frames during playback. It is particularly effective for users engaged in video editing, motion design, and other graphics-intensive tasks.

Benchmarks:

• 3DMark 11: 12381 Points
• 3DMark Fire Strike: 8439 Points
• 3DMark Time Spy: 3718 Points
• 3DMark Cloud Gate: 44101 Points

Memory

The HP Spectre x360 (2024) comes with 16 GB LPDDR5x-6400 MHz RAM, which is soldered onto the motherboard. This design choice limits upgradeability but ensures power-efficient and responsive performance.

Reviewers have noted that the RAM performs well in applications like Photoshop, especially with the option to upgrade to 32 GB for better performance. However, the soldered nature of the RAM means it is not user-upgradable, which could be a concern for users looking for future expandability.

Benchmarks:

• AIDA64 Memory Copy: 91731 MB/s
• AIDA64 Memory Read: 85436 MB/s
• AIDA64 Memory Write: 75481 MB/s
• AIDA64 Memory Latency: 144.3 ns

Storage

The HP Spectre x360 (2024) is equipped with a 1 TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe M.2 SSD. The SSD offers good read and write speeds, although the write speeds could be faster for PCIe Gen 4. The user-upgradable nature of the SSD is a positive aspect for those wanting to increase storage capacity.

Benchmarks:

• CrystalDiskMark Sequential Read: 7031 MB/s
• CrystalDiskMark Sequential Write: 4850 MB/s
• AS SSD Total Score: 4465 Points
• DiskSpd Sequential Read: 3541 MB/s
• DiskSpd Sequential Write: 3165 MB/s

Co-processors

The HP Spectre x360 (2024) does not feature any additional co-processors.

Input Devices

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Keyboard

The HP Spectre x360 (2024) features a full-size, backlit keyboard in nightfall black. The keyboard is designed for comfort and usability, with medium key travel and a power button that doubles as a fingerprint reader.

Reviewers have noted that the keyboard is quiet and provides a confident snapback, making it comfortable for typing. The full-size shift keys on both sides enhance usability. The keyboard offers good feedback and a comfortable typing experience, with a pleasant typing noise and clear key travel.

Touchpad

The HP Spectre x360 (2024) comes with a haptic touchpad. The touchpad is well-built with great click and touch sensitivity, though it can be slightly confused between right-clicking and dragging.

Reviewers have noted that the touchpad feels very good to use and is considered a gold standard compared to plastic or glass touchpads. It offers a smooth experience and enhances productivity.

Webcam

The HP Spectre x360 (2024) features a 9 MP HP Wide Vision IR camera with a physical shutter, temporal noise reduction, and night mode.

Reviewers have noted that the webcam provides high-resolution video but has some color accuracy issues. It offers features such as auto framing, low light adjustment, natural tone, eye contact, and background blur, making it suitable for video conferencing and content creation.

Microphone

The HP Spectre x360 (2024) comes with integrated dual array digital microphones. The microphones feature AI Noise Removal technology to automatically remove background noise for clearer video chats, audio calls, and recordings.

Reviewers have noted that the microphone provides external microphone level quality audio, enhancing video call experiences and making it suitable for professional use.

Output Devices

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Display

The HP Spectre x360 (2024) features a 16-inch diagonal, WQXGA (2560 x 1600) multitouch-enabled OLED display. The display specifications include:

• 48-120 Hz refresh rate
• IPS panel
• Edge-to-edge glass
• Corning® Gorilla® Glass NBT™
• Low Blue Light
• 400 nits brightness
• 100% sRGB, 98% Adobe RGB, and 99% DCI-P3 color gamut

The display supports Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) for increased picture sharpness, motion clarity, and power efficiency.

Reviewers have praised the display for its excellent color accuracy, deep blacks, and vibrant colors. The high refresh rate of 120 Hz enhances the experience, making it smooth and fluid for both productivity and entertainment. The display is also HDR 500 certified, providing an excellent viewing experience for HDR content.

Benchmarks:

• Brightness: 425 nits (average)
• Color coverage: 94.4% AdobeRGB, 99.9% sRGB, 98.9% Display P3
• Response Times: 1 ms (black to white), 0.8 ms (50% grey to 80% grey)

Audio

The HP Spectre x360 (2024) comes with Poly Studio quad speakers. The speakers are designed to provide pitch-perfect audio for collaboration and media consumption.

Reviewers have noted that the speakers provide a great audio experience, enhancing media consumption and video calls. The design allows for better sound projection compared to traditional bottom-facing speakers.

Connectivity

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WiFi

The HP Spectre x360 (2024) is equipped with Wi-Fi 6E (2x2) supporting gigabit data rate and Bluetooth 5.3 wireless card.

Reviewers have noted that the wireless capabilities are upgradeable by the user, providing reliable connectivity.

Benchmarks:

• iperf3 transmit AXE11000: 1605 MBit/s
• iperf3 receive AXE11000: 1550 MBit/s

Bluetooth

The HP Spectre x360 (2024) comes with a Bluetooth 5.3 module.

SD Card Reader

The HP Spectre x360 (2024) does not include an SD card reader.

USB

The HP Spectre x360 (2024) is equipped with the following USB ports:

• 2 x Thunderbolt 4 with USB Type-C 40Gbps signaling rate (USB Power Delivery, DisplayPort 2.1, HP Sleep and Charge)
• 1 x USB Type-A 10Gbps signaling rate (HP Sleep and Charge)
• 1 x Headphone/microphone combo

Reviewers have noted that the port selection is good but lacks an SD card slot, which is a significant drawback for photographers and video creators who often rely on such features.

Display Outputs

The HP Spectre x360 (2024) comes with the following display outputs:

• 2 x DisplayPort 2.1 via Thunderbolt 4
• 1 x HDMI 2.1

Case

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The HP Spectre x360 (2024) features a nightfall black CNC aluminum chassis with a sandblasted finish. The top cover and keyboard deck are made of the same material, providing a premium look and feel.

Reviewers have noted that the laptop is well-assembled with no chassis flex, providing a sturdy feel. The design is aesthetically pleasing with a blue-silver color scheme, moving away from the previous black and gold. The case is stable and well-built, though it can produce subtle noises when twisted, indicating a solid construction.

Maintenance

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The HP Spectre x360 (2024) is relatively easy to open, with the bottom plate secured by 4 Torx T4 screws. This allows for access to internal components.

Upgradeable components:

• 1 TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe M.2 SSD
• Wi-Fi card

The RAM is soldered and cannot be upgraded, limiting future performance enhancements.

Cooling System

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The HP Spectre x360 (2024) features an active cooling system with two fans and copper heat pipes. The fans remain off during idle and light loads, ensuring quiet operation.

Heat

Surface temperatures under load reach around 43-44°C, with the underside reaching up to 47°C. While warm, these temperatures are not excessively hot and do not pose a risk of burns.

Noise

The laptop remains quiet under load, with fan noise not exceeding 43-44 dB during maximum load, making it suitable for quiet environments.

Energy Management

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Power Consumption

The HP Spectre x360 (2024) ships with a 100 W USB Type-C power adapter. The device is efficient, with low idle consumption and reasonable load consumption.

Benchmarks:

• Idle: 4.1 W
• Load: 51.2 W

Battery Life

The HP Spectre x360 (2024) comes with a 6-cell, 83 Wh Li-ion polymer battery. HP claims that the battery can charge from 0 to 50% in approximately 45 minutes using the provided power adapter.

Reviewers have noted that the laptop offers impressive battery life, making it suitable for on-the-go use. The battery life during various tasks is as follows:

• 11 hours and 2 minutes of streaming video playback
• 10 hours and 38 minutes of productivity
• 7 hours and 17 minutes of Photoshop work
• 3 hours and 42 minutes of video editing playback

Benchmarks:

• WiFi Websurfing: 11h 57min
• WiFi Websurfing max. Brightness: 8h 07min
• Big Buck Bunny H.264 1080p: 14h 22min

Biometrics

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Software

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All SKUs of the HP Spectre x360 (2024) ship with Windows 11 Home, but the laptop can be upgraded to Windows 11 Pro, either manually or when buying directly from HP.

Preinstalled Software

HP Command Center

The HP Command Center acts as the primary control center for the HP Spectre x360 (2024). It allows users to manage performance profiles, thermal settings, and other system parameters. Users can switch between different performance modes, such as Performance, Balanced, and Quiet, to optimize the laptop's performance and battery life.

HP Tilt Pen

The HP Spectre x360 (2024) includes the HP Tilt Pen MPP 2.0 input stylus, which enhances productivity by allowing users to draw, write, and interact with the touchscreen more effectively.

Other Preinstalled Software

The laptop also comes with other preinstalled software, including a 30-day trial of McAfee for privacy and data security, 1-month of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate for access to over 100 high-quality PC games, and an Adobe Offer for a 1-month trial of Adobe apps.

Linux Support

Linux support is not specified, but it may require additional configuration for optimal performance.

Accessories & Warranty

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The HP Spectre x360 (2024) comes with a 100 W USB Type-C power adapter and the HP Tilt Pen MPP 2.0 input stylus.

There is a one-year limited manufacturer warranty if purchased in the US.

Reviews Summary

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Overall Sentiment

The HP Spectre x360 (2024) is considered a premium 2-in-1 convertible laptop with excellent build quality, a fantastic OLED display, and a dedicated GPU. It is praised for its versatility, making it suitable for both productivity and entertainment. The laptop offers impressive battery life, a comfortable keyboard, and a responsive touchpad. However, the soldered RAM and the absence of an SD card slot are noted as significant drawbacks.

Problems Summary

• Soldered RAM limits upgradeability.
• Absence of an SD card slot.
• Performance in multi-core tasks is lower than expected.
• Slightly heavier than the 14-inch model.
• Some color accuracy issues with the webcam.
• Limited USB ports due to the removal of the SD card reader.

Links

Intel Core Ultra 7 155H, Intel Arc Graphics, 16 GB RAM, 1 TB SSD: NotebookCheck

Intel Core Ultra 7 155H, Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050, 16 GB RAM, 1 TB SSD: BenGKaiser

Intel Core Ultra 7 155H, Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050, 16 GB RAM, 1 TB SSD: MatthewMoniz