Skip to content
specpair

Acer Swift X 14 (2024) vs HP Spectre x360 16 (2024)

Both laptops pack identical Intel Core Ultra 7 155H processors and 16GB RAM, making them performance peers for productivity and content creation. Acer Swift X 14 edges ahead with a superior 2.8K OLED display featuring 500 nits brightness and 90Hz refresh, plus weighs just 1.6kg for excellent portability. Its 512GB storage feels limiting compared to HP's 1TB, though both are expandable. HP Spectre x360 16 justifies its $650 premium through a larger 16-inch screen, 120Hz panel, convertible touchscreen design, dual Thunderbolt ports, and 83Wh battery. However, at 2.19kg it's noticeably heavier. Swift X 14 delivers remarkable value for ultrabook-focused buyers prioritizing thinness, display quality, and price—making it the smarter choice unless you specifically need a convertible form factor or significantly larger workspace.

Acer Swift X 14 (2024)
Acer
Acer Swift X 14 (2024)
$999
8.4/10
Winner
VS

Full Specifications

SpecAcer Swift X 14 (2024)HP Spectre x360 16 (2024)
SoftwareWindows 11 HomeWindows 11 Home
Body
Weight1.60 kg2.19 kg
MaterialAluminumCNC aluminum
Dimensions323.4 x 225.7 x 16.9 mm357 x 248 x 19.5 mm
Ports
HDMI11
USB-A ports21
USB-C ports12
SD card
Thunderbolt ports12
Battery
Battery lifeUp to 12 hours mixed useUp to 12 hours
Capacity73 Wh83 Wh
Display
Size14.5 inches16 inches
Type2.8K OLED anti-glareOLED touchscreen
Resolution2880 x 18002880 x 1800
Refresh rate90Hz120Hz
Brightness (nits)500400
Storage
SSD512 GB NVMe1 TB
Expandable storage
Keyboard
Backlit
Touch Bar
Processor
RAM16 GB LPDDR5x16 GB LPDDR5X
Cores16-core (6P+8E+2LPE)16 cores
ChipsetIntel Core Ultra 7 155HIntel Core Ultra 7 155H

Category Scores

Acer Swift X 14 (2024)
HP Spectre x360 16 (2024)
Value
9.0
7.5
Battery
7.9
8.1
Display
8.9
8.5
Performance
8.0
8.0
portability
9.2
7.8

Pros & Cons

Acer Swift X 14 (2024)

Pros

  • 2.8K OLED display at $999 is exceptional value
  • Discrete RTX 3050 GPU option for light creative work
  • Good port selection including SD card and USB-A
  • Solid build quality from aluminum chassis
  • Upgradeable SSD

Cons

  • Only one Thunderbolt port
  • Fan noise becomes noticeable under sustained load
  • Battery life trails fanless ultrabooks
  • 90Hz OLED refresh rate behind 120Hz peers
  • RAM is soldered — no upgrade path

HP Spectre x360 16 (2024)

Pros

  • Gorgeous 2.8K OLED display with 120Hz refresh
  • Premium gem-cut aluminum design with 360-degree hinge
  • Excellent 9 MP webcam with auto-framing
  • Includes Thunderbolt 4 plus HDMI and full-size USB-A

Cons

  • Heavy at over 2.1 kg for a convertible
  • Battery life modest given the 83 Wh capacity
  • Premium price for the configuration
  • Limited discrete GPU options for creative pros

Explore more in laptops, see all Acer products or all HP products. View full details for the Acer Swift X 14 (2024) or the HP Spectre x360 16 (2024).