Apple MacBook Air 13" M3 vs HP Envy x360 14 (2024)
The Verdict
Apple's M3 MacBook Air commands a $250 premium while delivering superior battery life (18 hours vs 11 hours) and a more refined aluminum chassis weighing just 1.24 kg. Its 500-nit Liquid Retina display is brighter, though the HP counters with a higher-resolution OLED panel (2880 x 1800 vs 2560 x 1664) featuring 120Hz refresh rate and touch capability. Performance metrics favor the MacBook Air for everyday tasks with optimized macOS integration, but the HP Envy offers double the storage (512GB vs 256GB) and substantially more RAM (16GB vs 8GB), plus practical connectivity: HDMI, USB-A, and a headphone jack that the MacBook lacks entirely. HP's 2024 model is a convertible touchscreen laptop, adding versatility absent from Apple's traditional clamshell design. For creative professionals prioritizing battery endurance and seamless ecosystem integration, the MacBook Air justifies its cost. Budget-conscious users needing expandable storage, ports, and stronger multitasking capacity will find the HP Envy x360 delivers genuinely compelling value at a lower price point.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Apple MacBook Air 13" M3 if…
- →Light and portable at 1.24 kg
- →Excellent fanless M3 efficiency
- →Bright 500-nit Liquid Retina display
Buy the HP Envy x360 14 (2024) if…
- →2.8K 120Hz OLED touchscreen delivers stunning visuals at $849
- →2-in-1 convertible form factor with 360-degree hinge
- →Intel Core Ultra with NPU for on-device AI acceleration
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Apple MacBook Air 13" M3
Pros
- Light and portable at 1.24 kg
- Excellent fanless M3 efficiency
- Bright 500-nit Liquid Retina display
- Up to 18 hours of battery life
- Supports two external displays with lid closed
Cons
- 8 GB base RAM increasingly limiting
- Only two Thunderbolt ports
- 256 GB SSD uses single NAND chip with slower speeds
- No high-refresh display
- Limited port selection
HP Envy x360 14 (2024)
Pros
- 2.8K 120Hz OLED touchscreen delivers stunning visuals at $849
- 2-in-1 convertible form factor with 360-degree hinge
- Intel Core Ultra with NPU for on-device AI acceleration
- Good port selection with USB-A and HDMI included
- Lightweight at 1.39 kg for a convertible
Cons
- OLED panel reduces battery life versus IPS alternatives
- No Thunderbolt 4 — USB-C ports are limited
- Fan noise can be noticeable under sustained loads
- Stylus not included — sold separately
- Soldered RAM cannot be upgraded
Full Specifications
| Spec | Apple MacBook Air 13" M3 | HP Envy x360 14 (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Software | macOS Sequoia | Windows 11 Home |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 1.24 kg | 1.39 kg |
| Material | Aluminum unibody | Aluminum |
| Dimensions | 304.1 x 215.0 x 11.3 mm | 313.6 x 219.5 x 16.9 mm |
| Ports | ||
| MagSafe | — | |
| Thunderbolt ports | 2 | — |
| HDMI | — | 1 |
| USB-A ports | — | 1 |
| USB-C ports | — | 2 |
| Headphone Jack | — | |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 18 hours wireless web | Up to 11 hours |
| Capacity | 52.6 Wh | 59 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 13.6 inches | 14 inches |
| Type | Liquid Retina IPS LED | OLED touchscreen |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1664 | 2880 x 1800 |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 500 | 400 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 256 GB | 512 GB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Touch Bar | — | |
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 8 GB unified | 16 GB LPDDR5x |
| Cores | 8-core CPU, 8-core GPU | 14-core (4P + 8E + 2 LP-E) |
| Chipset | Apple M3 | Intel Core Ultra 5 125H |
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This comparison is based on verified manufacturer specifications covering display, performance, camera, battery, and build quality. Scores are generated by analyzing specs across weighted categories on a 10-point scale. Learn more about our methodology.
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