SPECTRE X 360 UPGRADE

The model we reviewed here came with the top-end screen - a gorgeous 3K (3072 x 1920) OLED touchscreen.

Bang & Olufsen speakers are good for laptop speakers.It should be fine for games such as Fortnite, but it’s not going to run something like Cyberpunk 2077 on high settings.

SPECTRE X 360 UPGRADE

While you can upgrade the GPU, you’re still only getting an entry-level graphics card. The only tasks that we found the Spectre struggled with were high-end gaming, which is no surprise as this isn’t a gaming machine. We didn’t experience any slowdown when running multiple tabs and windows, along with other programs like Word and Excel. Whether you go for the base specs, or choose to pump those numbers up a bit, the HP Spectre x360 16 is a great jack of all trades laptop that can handle all your daily tasks with ease. Our version also includes the stunning 3K OLED touchscreen, which we’ll talk about more later. The laptop version we’re reviewing here has some of these upgrades, but not all: an Intel Core i7-1260P CPU, Intel Arc A370M Graphics, 16 GB of RAM, and a 1 TB NVMe SSD. You can upgrade the CPU, add a dedicated Intel Arc A370M GPU, upgrade to 32 GB of RAM, and boost the SSD up to either 1 TB or 2 TB. The base version of this laptop comes with a Intel Core i7-12700H processor (with integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics), 16 GB of RAM, and a 512 GB NVMe SSD. The HP Spectre x360 comes with a few different specifications for you to choose from. We tested the scanner and it worked fine - it let us unlock the device and kept everyone else out - what more could you want? In terms of security features, there is a fingerprint scanner inset into the keyboard to allow seamless unlocking while keeping your device secure. It does need to be charged to use it though, which is an extra thing to worry about, and an extra charging cable to lug around with you. The stylus worked well in our testing (read: our pathetic attempts to draw). It’s even magnetic, allowing you to attach it to the outside of the laptop when not in use, though we found this magnet to be a little flimsy, so we wouldn’t rely on it to hold the stylus firm when you’re out and about. If you’re looking to use the HP Spectre x360 for artistic pursuits, you’ll also be pleased to know it comes with a stylus pen included. This feels responsive and smooth to use, though we do question if it needs to be quite so large, taking up a lot of real estate that could have gone to the keyboard. Finally, there is the gargantuan track pad which dominates the lower half of the laptop base.

It’s a classic laptop keyboard layout, complete with tiny arrow keys and an absentee number pad, but it’s comfortable to use and the keys have decent travel distance. This can make it a little uncomfortable to use in tablet mode if you’re using it for long periods of time.īeneath the screen you’ll find the backlit keyboard, flanked on either side by the Bang & Olufsen speakers. Measuring in at 14.1 x 9.7 x 0.78 inches and weighing 4.45 lbs, it’s not excessively heavy, but it’s certainly chunkier than most people would expect from a hybrid device. On the back of the laptop, you’ll see the HP logo emblazoned in your accent color of choice, along with the distinctive diagonal edges which each house an extra port - a USB-C on the right and an audio jack on the left.Īs the name suggests, the HP Spectre x360 16 comes with an impressive 16-inch screen which makes it one of the largest convertible laptops that we’ve seen. Our review model is the former, and we have to say it’s the best looking of the pair - black and gold is an iconic color pairing, and the light brass here might as well be gold. Depending on the exact model you choose, there are two color combinations for the outer case: Nightfall black aluminum with pale brass accents, or Nocturne blue aluminum with celestial blue accents. HP laptops typically look sleek and professional, and the HP Spectre x360 16 is no exception. Distinctive diagonal edges on the back.

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