HP makes a lot of great laptops, but we really like the Envy x360 and Envy 13. They might not be the best laptop in the lineup, but they offer the best value. For $799, you get a premium aluminum design and fast performance in a portable package. The 13.3-inch, 1080p display is plenty bright and vivid and the keyboard is among the best out there.
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HP makes some of our favorite laptops, but with so many models in its portfolio, it’s difficult to determine which one to choose. From the premium Spectre line to the Omen gaming rigs, we’ve reviewed countless HP laptops. Below is a list of the best HP laptops in each category.
1. HP Envy 13 (2021)
SPECIFICATIONS
REASONS TO BUY
- CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 4500
- Display:13.3-inch 1920×1080 IPS
- Processor:Intel Core i5-1135G7
- RAM:8GB DDR4
- Graphics:Nvidia GeForce MX450
- Storage:512GB SSD
- Dimensions:307 x 195 x 16.9 mm
- Weight:1.3kg
REASONS TO AVOID
- -No IR camera
- -Plastic touchpad
The HP Envy 13 (2021) is a great value laptop that features a top-notch build quality and competent performance, despite costing noticeably less than the likes of the Dell XPS 13 and Apple MacBook.
2. HP Envy x360 13 (2020)
SPECIFICATIONS
- CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 4500U
- GPU: AMD Radeon Graphics
- RAM: 8GB
- Storage: 256GB
- Display: 13.3-inch, 1080p
- Size: 12.1 x 7.7 x 0.7 inches
- Weight: 2.9 pounds
REASONS TO BUY
- Outstanding performance
- 1080p display is bright and vivid
- Stylish and compact aluminium design
- Long battery life
REASONS TO AVOID
- No IR camera
3. HP Spectre x360 14
SPECIFICATIONS
- CPU: 11th Gen Intel Core i5/Core i7
- GPU: Intel Iris Xe
- RAM: 8GB/16GB
- Storage: 256GB/512GB/1TB
- Display: 13.5-inch, 1920 x 1280-pixels IPS or 3K2K OLED
- Size: 11.8 x 8.7 x 0.7 inches
- Weight: 3 pounds
REASONS TO BUY
- Striking, luxurious design
- Gorgeous OLED and FHD display options
- Long battery life
- Comfortable keyboard
REASONS TO AVOID
- Pricey
- Unwieldy as a tablet
4. HP Pavilion Aero 13
SPECIFICATIONS
- CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 5800U
- GPU: AMD Radeon
- RAM: 16GB
- Storage: 512GB M.2 NVMe SSD
- Display: 13.3-inch, 1920 x 1200-pixel (16:10)
- Size: 11.7 x 8.2 x 0.67 inches
- Weight: 2.2 pounds
REASONS TO BUY
- Speedy AMD Ryzen chips
- Bright, vivid 13.3-inch display
- Ultra-lightweight chassis
- Exceptional value
REASONS TO AVOID
- Bloatware everywhere
- Plastic touchpad
- Poor webcam
5. HP Spectre x360 13
SPECIFICATIONS
- CPU: Intel Core i7-1165G7
- GPU: Intel Iris Xe
- RAM: 16GB
- Storage: 512GB
- Display: 13.3-inch, 1080p IPS touchscreen
- Size: 12.1 x 7.7 x 0.7 inches
- Weight: 2.8 pounds
REASONS TO BUY
- Luxurious design
- Sturdy, compact chassis
- Bright 1080p display
- Fast performance
REASONS TO AVOID
- Terrible webcam
- Small touchpad
As one of the top laptop brands, HP has a laptop for every occasion, from premium business laptops to budget-friendly Chromebooks. That extensive selection might make it tough to decide which laptop is right for you, so here’s a handy guide to the various model lines offered by HP.