Last Updated on January 25, 2024 by Nahush Gowda
HP has also entered the AI bandwagon with the launch of their Spectre x360 2-in-1 laptops at CES 2024. The HP Spectre x360 14- and 16-inch laptops. The new x360s come with latest Intel Core Ultra and option for NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 GPUs. Plus the big focus from HP being AI features.
Specifications of HP Spectre x360 2-in-1
| Feature | Spectre 14 | Spectre 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel® Core™ Ultra 7 155H / Intel® Core™ Ultra 5 125H | Intel® Core™ Ultra 7 155H |
| Graphics | Intel® Arc™ Graphics | Intel® Arc™ Graphics, NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 4050 |
| Memory | 32 GB / 16 GB LPDDR5x-7467 MHz RAM | 32 GB / 16 GB LPDDR5x-7467 MHz RAM |
| Internal Storage | 512GB/1TB/2TB PCIe® Gen4 NVMe™ TLC M.2 SSD | 512GB/1TB/2TB PCIe® Gen4 NVMe™ TLC M.2 SSD |
| Display | 14″ 2.8K (2880 x 1800), OLED, multitouch-enabled, 48-120 Hz, HDR 500 nits | – 16″ 2.8K (2880 x 1800) OLED, Multi touch, 48-120 Hz, SDR 400 nits, HDR 500 nits – (16″) diagonal, WQXGA (2560 x 1600), , 48-120 Hz, IPS, |
| Webcam | HP Wide Vision 9MP IR | HP Wide Vision 9MP IR |
| Audio | Poly Studio; Quad speakers; DTS:X® Ultra | Poly Studio; Quad speakers; DTS:X® Ultra |
| Connectivity | 2 Thunderbolt™ 4, 1 USB Type-A, Wi-Fi 7 / 6E, Bluetooth® 5.4 / 5.3 | 2 Thunderbolt™ 4, 1 USB Type-A, HDMI 2.1, Wi-Fi 7 / 6E, Bluetooth® 5.4 / 5.3 |
| Battery Life & Power | Up to 17 hours (video playback), 4-cell, 68 Wh | Up to 18:30 hrs (video playback), 6-cell, 83 Wh |
| Weight and Dimensions | 1.45KG/3.19 lbs, 12.35 x 8.68 x 0.67 in | 1.95KG/4.3 lb, 14.05 x 9.67 x 0.78 in |
| Color Options | Nightfall black, Slate blue, Sahara silver | Nightfall black, Slate blue |
x360 16-inch
Big focus on AI – The World’s Most Adaptive Laptop PCs
HP describes the new Spectre x360 series as the “world’s most adaptive laptop PCs,” a claim backed by their integration of a triple engine system: CPU, GPU, and a Neural Processing Unit (NPU). This approach is similar to the AI engine in latest launched AMD 8000G series APU.
The choice of Intel Core Ultra processors, with optional NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 Laptop GPUs, give the laptops a decent performance boost.
Key Features:
- Excellent 9 MP webcam – A 9 MP camera with hardware-enabled low-light adjustment.
- Automatic Performance Optimization: Tailors fan noise and temperature based on application use, laptop placement, and battery status.
- Superpower AI Assistant: A customizable AI tool offering personalized context in text generation, operating locally via the NPU chip in the laptop for enhanced privacy.
- Adaptive Display: A 2.8K OLED screen that adjusts refresh rate dynamically from 48 Hz to 120 Hz and dims when the user looks away to conserve battery life.
- Security and Convenience: Features like “walk away lock” and “wake on approach” enhance security without compromising on user convenience.
HP’s Peripheral Innovations
Alongside the Spectre x360 laptops, HP also introduced an array of peripherals:
- Poly Voyager Free 20 Wireless Earbuds: Feature hybrid ANC and intelligent noise reduction for crystal-clear audio.
- HP 960 Ergonomic Wireless Keyboard: A split-zone layout keyboard with 20 programmable keys and sustainable design.
- Additional peripherals like the HP 690 Rechargeable Wireless Mouse, HP 430 Programmable Wireless Keypad, and HP USB-C Travel Hub G3 underscore HP’s commitment to versatility and user-centric design.
Series 5 Displays
HP’s innovation extends to its new Series 5 Monitors, available in 24-, 27-, and 32-inch models. These displays boast a 1500:1 contrast ratio, 100Hz refresh rates, and a unifying design that promotes seamless multi-monitor setups.
Pricing and Availability
The HP Spectre x360 laptops are available now, with the 14-inch model starting at $1,499.99 and the 16-inch at $1,599.99.
The peripherals, including the Poly Voyager Free 20 wireless earbuds and HP 960 Ergonomic Wireless Keyboard, will be available later this year, with prices starting at $149.00 and $119.00 respectively.
With the unveiling of the Spectre x360 series and its peripherals, HP has joined in the latest trend of AI-integrated consumer technology space.
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