HP Pavilion Plus 14 (2024) vs Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11
The Verdict
HP Pavilion Plus 14 delivers exceptional value with a vibrant 120Hz OLED display, Intel Core Ultra 5 processor, and 16GB RAM at $799.99, making it ideal for content creators and everyday users. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 commands $1449.00 with superior build quality using carbon fiber construction, longer battery life up to 15 hours, Windows 11 Pro, and optional configurations with Core i7 processors and 32GB RAM. Display brightness favors ThinkPad at 500 nits versus Pavilion's 400 nits, though Pavilion's 120Hz refresh rate provides smoother scrolling. ThinkPad excels in durability and professional features, while Pavilion offers better performance value and display refresh rate. For budget-conscious users prioritizing modern specs and display quality, HP Pavilion Plus 14 is the stronger choice. Professionals needing premium build quality and extended battery life should invest in the ThinkPad.
Who Should Buy
Buy the HP Pavilion Plus 14 (2024) if…
- →OLED 2.8K 120Hz display at a mid-range price
- →Lightweight aluminum chassis under 1.5 kg
- →Strong Intel Core Ultra performance with NPU
Buy the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 if…
- →Incredibly light at 1.12 kg — ideal for travel
- →Optional 2.8K OLED display is stunning for media and creative work
- →Best-in-class ThinkPad keyboard with excellent key travel
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
HP Pavilion Plus 14 (2024)
Pros
- OLED 2.8K 120Hz display at a mid-range price
- Lightweight aluminum chassis under 1.5 kg
- Strong Intel Core Ultra performance with NPU
- Solid port selection including HDMI and USB-A
Cons
- Smaller 51 Wh battery limits all-day use
- Webcam quality is mediocre at 5 MP
- Speakers lack bass and overall richness
- Only one Thunderbolt-capable port
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11
Pros
- Incredibly light at 1.12 kg — ideal for travel
- Optional 2.8K OLED display is stunning for media and creative work
- Best-in-class ThinkPad keyboard with excellent key travel
- MIL-STD 810H tested for ruggedness and durability
- Good port selection includes USB-A, HDMI, and Thunderbolt 4
Cons
- OLED option significantly reduces battery life to around 10 hours
- 60Hz IPS panel feels behind the times
- Starting price of $1449 is expensive for the base config
- Soldered RAM limits upgradeability
- Integrated graphics only — not suitable for GPU-heavy workloads
Full Specifications
| Spec | HP Pavilion Plus 14 (2024) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Pro |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 1.41 kg | 1.12 kg |
| Material | Aluminum | Carbon fiber and magnesium alloy |
| Dimensions | 313.5 x 224 x 16.9 mm | 315.6 x 222.5 x 15.36 mm |
| Ports | ||
| HDMI | 1 | 1 |
| USB-A ports | 2 | 2 |
| USB-C ports | 2 | — |
| SD card | — | |
| Thunderbolt ports | 1 | 2 |
| Headphone Jack | — | |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 10 hours | Up to 15 hours (IPS) / 10 hours (OLED) |
| Capacity | 51 Wh | 57 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 14 inches | 14 inches |
| Type | OLED | OLED (IPS optional) |
| Resolution | 2880 x 1800 | 2880 x 1800 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 60Hz (90Hz OLED) |
| Brightness (nits) | 400 | 500 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 512 GB | 512 GB / 1 TB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5X | 16 GB / 32 GB LPDDR5x |
| Cores | 14 cores | 10-core (2P + 8E) / 14-core (6P + 8E) |
| Chipset | Intel Core Ultra 5 125H | 13th Gen Intel Core i7-1365U / i7-1370P |
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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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