HP Envy x360 14 (2024) vs Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra
The Verdict
HP Envy x360 14 delivers exceptional value at $849 with a stunning 2880x1800 OLED touchscreen, 120Hz refresh rate, and capable Intel Core Ultra 5 processor handling everyday tasks smoothly. Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra justifies its $2399 premium through a larger 16-inch AMOLED display, more powerful Core i9-13900H, double the storage (1TB vs 512GB), and superior port selection including Thunderbolt 3. Battery life favors HP at 11 hours versus 8 hours. For creative professionals needing maximum performance and expandability, Samsung wins. Budget-conscious users seeking portability and display quality find better value in HP. Recommendation: Choose HP Envy for balanced performance and savings, or Galaxy Book3 if demanding applications and professional workflows justify the investment.
Who Should Buy
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
Buy the Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra if…
- →Gorgeous 16-inch 2.8K AMOLED 120Hz display with vivid colors
- →NVIDIA RTX 4070 Laptop GPU handles creative and gaming workloads
- →Under 4 lbs — lightweight for a 16-inch laptop with discrete GPU
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
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
Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra
Pros
- Gorgeous 16-inch 2.8K AMOLED 120Hz display with vivid colors
- NVIDIA RTX 4070 Laptop GPU handles creative and gaming workloads
- Under 4 lbs — lightweight for a 16-inch laptop with discrete GPU
- Seamless Samsung ecosystem integration with Galaxy phones and tablets
- Excellent keyboard with 1.5 mm key travel and good feedback
Cons
- $2,399 is steep and competes directly with MacBook Pro 16
- 76 Wh battery drains faster on AMOLED — expect 6-7 hours in practice
- Soldered RAM and SSD limit upgradeability
- Samsung software bloatware is annoying to clean up
- No OLED brightness matching Apple's XDR 1600-nit HDR peak
Full Specifications
| Spec | HP Envy x360 14 (2024) | Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 1.39 kg | 3.95 lbs (1.79 kg) |
| Material | Aluminum | Aluminum |
| Dimensions | 313.6 x 219.5 x 16.9 mm | 13.99 x 9.86 x 0.65 inches |
| Ports | ||
| HDMI | 1 | |
| USB-A ports | 1 | 1 |
| USB-C ports | 2 | 2 |
| Headphone Jack | — | |
| SD card | — | |
| Thunderbolt ports | — | 2 |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 11 hours | Up to 8 hours |
| Capacity | 59 Wh | 76 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 14 inches | 16 inches |
| Type | OLED touchscreen | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2880 x 1800 | 2880 x 1800 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 400 | 400 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 512 GB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe | 1 TB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5x | 32 GB LPDDR5 |
| Cores | 14-core (4P + 8E + 2 LP-E) | 14 cores (6P + 8E) |
| Chipset | Intel Core Ultra 5 125H | Intel Core i9-13900H (13th Gen) |
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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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