Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold Gen 1vsHP Spectre x360 16

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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 16
Spectre x360 16

Quick Stats

The most important takeaway is that the HP Spectre x360 16 has disappointing multi-core performance despite having same CPU.
The HP Spectre x360 16 boasts a sturdy aluminum chassis with premium quality build that exceeds expectations.
The stunning 2.8k resolution OLED display is the laptop's standout feature and strongest asset overall.
The HP Spectre x360 16 features an OLED display, Intel Core i7 processor, and NVIDIA RTX 4050 GPU.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold Gen 1
#590
HP Spectre x360 16
Winner
#588
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold Gen 1
#651
HP Spectre x360 16
#336
Winner
Display
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold Gen 1
#38
Winner
HP Spectre x360 16
#435
Performance
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold Gen 1
#846
HP Spectre x360 16
#616
Winner
Build
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold Gen 1
#64
Winner
HP Spectre x360 16
#661
Features
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold Gen 1
#771
HP Spectre x360 16
#455
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 16
up to 8GB
up to 32GB
up to 512GB SSD
up to 2000GB SSD
Intel Core i5-L16G7
Intel Core i7-11390H
Intel Iris Plus Graphics G7
Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (96EU)
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 16

Strengths

The 16in OLED display is beautiful with a resolution of 2.8k.
The laptop has a dedicated GPU, which allows for good gaming performance.
The fan noise was always pretty low even under full load.
The RTX 450 is running as it should, making it suitable for casual gaming.
The swappable Wi-Fi 7 card and two fan solution are nice upgrades.
The laptop has a sleek and sturdy design with only four screws to remove.

Weaknesses

The battery life was not nearly as good as the 14in model, getting only 5 hours and 33 minutes before needing to charge.
The performance of the laptop was subpar, with multi-core speeds being lower than expected.
Single core clock speeds were identical to the competition, but multi-core speeds were way too low.
The CPU power output was also lower than expected, topping out at around 28-29 Watts.
The average core clock speeds were higher on the 14in model, which is puzzling.
The laptop's performance profile did not make a difference in pushing the laptop to its full potential.
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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 16

The HP Spectre x360 16 is an intriguing addition to the popular series, boasting a larger 16-inch OLED display and a dedicated NVIDIA RTX 450 GPU. This device promises to deliver top-notch performance, stunning visuals, and sleek design. However, with a bigger power brick and increased thermal headroom, one would expect better battery life and more robust performance. Unfortunately, our testing revealed subpar results in these areas, sparking questions about the true potential of this laptop.

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