Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold Gen 1vsHP Spectre x360 15

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Lenovo
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold Gen 1
ThinkPad X1 Fold Gen 1

Quick Stats

The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold Gen 1's performance is severely limited and falls short of user expectations overall.
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold Gen 1's build is a mixed bag, lacking practicality and usability.
The OLED 13.3-inch display is a standout feature with vibrant colors and sharp text clarity overall.
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold Gen 1 offers multiple work positions, vibrant OLED display, and durable hinge design.
HP
HP Spectre x360 15
Spectre x360 15

Quick Stats

The HP Spectre x360 15 performed adequately but didn't excel in any particular area, its performance was fine.
The HP Spectre x360 15's build is sleek and stylish, with excellent quality despite some heat issues.
The HP Spectre x360 15's display stands out with vibrant colors and crisp details, ideal for creative work.
The key features of the HP Spectre x360 15 include a 1TB SSD and Wi-Fi 6 compatibility.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold Gen 1
#590
HP Spectre x360 15
Winner
#585
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold Gen 1
#651
Winner
HP Spectre x360 15
#703
Display
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold Gen 1
#38
Winner
HP Spectre x360 15
#423
Performance
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold Gen 1
#846
HP Spectre x360 15
#524
Winner
Build
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold Gen 1
#64
Winner
HP Spectre x360 15
#640
Features
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold Gen 1
#771
HP Spectre x360 15
#436
Winner

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Lenovo Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold Gen 1
HP HP Spectre x360 15
up to 8GB
up to 16GB
up to 512GB SSD
up to 8000GB SSD
Intel Core i5-L16G7
Intel Core i7-1165G7
Intel Iris Plus Graphics G7
NVIDIA GeForce MX330 (2GB GDDR5, 25W)
1x 2242 M.2 PCIe x4 
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold Gen 1

Strengths

Fascinating concept you can't help but marvel the innovation with the Lenovo Thinkpad X1 Fold offering multiple positions to work with depending on your needs at the time.
The vibrant screen, the OLED 13.3 inch display with a useful 4x3 aspect ratio is gorgeous to stare at for hours rich colors and sharp text throughout.
Durable hinge for first gen foldable device Lenovo engineers have done wonders with the sturdy hinge mechanism to open and close to the bendable screen after four months of daily usage it has reliably opened and closed just like a traditional laptop screen.
Frugal input devices the x1 fold could do with more than the two usb-c ports especially if you're using one for charging but the durable hinge is a plus.
The thinkpad x1 fold setting a new benchmark for this unique form factor
Durable display that has reliably opened and closed after four months of daily usage.

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

HP Spectre x360 15

Strengths

The HP Spectre x360-15 has a great looking design, perfect for creative work and entertainment.
It's flexible and can handle both gaming and everyday tasks with ease.
The intel's 10th generation core i7 10750h chipset running the show backed by a generous 16 gigs of ram ensures smooth performance.
The dedicated nvidia gtx 1650 ti gpu handles visuals fine for creative tasks like video editing and can even handle some gaming.
The storage is speedy with a one terabyte ssd stuffed inside, offering write speeds of three gigabits per second and read speeds just over that.
The Wi-Fi six compatibility ensures fast and reliable internet connectivity.
The battery life may not be great, but it's fine for mixed use, lasting around 5 hours on a full charge.

Weaknesses

The HP Spectre x360-15 is not ideal for demanding gaming, with the latest memory guzzling games like doom eternal running slowly even on low detail settings.
The keyboard may get warm and toasty during intense use or stress testing in 3d mark, indicating some throttling issues.
The battery life could be better, especially considering its sleek design.
The cooling system seems inadequate for the powerful components packed into a tight space, leading to overheating issues.
The performance may not be on par with dedicated gaming or creative laptops of 2020, especially in demanding tasks.
The internal mic quality is good but the camera's low light sensitivity may cause some graininess, although respectable light resolves this issue.
It occasionally took a little while to boot up and for any benchmark fans out there, silly bench returned a score of 2117, not world-beaten.
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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold Gen 1

The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold Gen 1 is a revolutionary device that boasts a unique foldable design, allowing users to seamlessly switch between laptop and tablet modes. With its stunning OLED display and robust hinge mechanism, it's an innovative take on traditional computing. However, the experience falls short in several areas, including unresponsive touchscreens, underwhelming performance, and woefully inadequate battery life. Despite its flaws, this first-gen foldable device shows promise for a brighter future with potential improvements in subsequent models.

HP Spectre x360 15

The HP Spectre x360 15 is a versatile laptop designed for creatives and those who want a device that can handle both work and play. Powered by Intel's 10th gen Core i7 chipset, it features a dedicated NVIDIA GTX 1650 Ti GPU, making it suitable for video editing, gaming, and other resource-intensive tasks. Its slim design, however, poses challenges in keeping the components cool, which may affect performance under heavy loads. This review will explore the laptop's capabilities and limitations.

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