HP Spectre x360 14 (2023) vs Samsung Galaxy Book4 15"
The Verdict
HP's Spectre x360 14 commands a premium price for genuinely superior technology. Its 13.5-inch OLED touchscreen with 3000x2000 resolution and 500-nits brightness delivers exceptional color accuracy and contrast, while the 16-hour battery life substantially outlasts the Galaxy Book4's 10 hours. Both feature identical 13th-gen Intel Core i7-1355U processors and 16GB RAM starting configurations, but the Spectre's 1.36kg weight offers better portability than the Galaxy Book4's 1.56kg frame. Samsung's 15.6-inch 1080p IPS display suits productivity tasks but lacks the visual fidelity for creative work. Port selection favors the Spectre with dual Thunderbolt 4 connectivity and microSD card support. At half the price, the Galaxy Book4 represents stronger value for basic computing, but the Spectre's OLED display, superior battery endurance, and premium build justify the investment for professionals and creative users seeking all-day performance.
Who Should Buy
Buy the HP Spectre x360 14 (2023) if…
- →Gorgeous 3K2K OLED touchscreen with 3:2 aspect ratio
- →2-in-1 convertible form factor with stylus support
- →Premium gem-cut aluminum design looks and feels luxurious
Buy the Samsung Galaxy Book4 15" if…
- →Lightweight at 3.44 lbs with an aluminum build for the price
- →Full-HD display is sufficient for everyday productivity
- →Samsung ecosystem features like Quick Share and Phone Link
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
HP Spectre x360 14 (2023)
Pros
- Gorgeous 3K2K OLED touchscreen with 3:2 aspect ratio
- 2-in-1 convertible form factor with stylus support
- Premium gem-cut aluminum design looks and feels luxurious
- Good 66 Wh battery provides solid endurance
- 5 MP webcam delivers excellent video call quality
Cons
- 60Hz refresh rate feels outdated for a premium 2023 laptop
- Gets warm during sustained workloads due to thin chassis
- OLED display may be prone to burn-in over time
- Limited to integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics
- Expensive at $1399 starting price
Samsung Galaxy Book4 15"
Pros
- Lightweight at 3.44 lbs with an aluminum build for the price
- Full-HD display is sufficient for everyday productivity
- Samsung ecosystem features like Quick Share and Phone Link
- 10-hour battery life handles a full school or work day
- HDMI port included — avoids dongles for presentations
Cons
- 60Hz FHD display is unremarkable at the $749 price point
- Only one USB-C and one USB-A port is limiting
- Soldered RAM and SSD — zero upgradeability
- No Thunderbolt or high-speed USB-C
- Integrated graphics only — no discrete GPU option
Full Specifications
| Spec | HP Spectre x360 14 (2023) | Samsung Galaxy Book4 15" |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 1.36 kg | 3.44 lbs (1.56 kg) |
| Material | Aluminum unibody, gem-cut design | Aluminum |
| Dimensions | 299 x 220 x 16.9 mm | 14.00 x 8.93 x 0.61 inches |
| Ports | ||
| USB-A ports | 1 | 1 |
| Microsd | — | |
| Thunderbolt ports | 2 | — |
| Headphone Jack | — | |
| HDMI | — | |
| USB-C ports | — | 1 |
| SD card | — | |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 16 hours | Up to 10 hours |
| Capacity | 66 Wh | 54 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 13.5 inches | 15.6 inches |
| Type | OLED touchscreen | IPS anti-glare |
| Resolution | 3000 x 2000 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 60Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 500 | 300 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 512 GB / 1 TB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe | 512 GB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 16 GB / 32 GB LPDDR5 | 16 GB LPDDR5 |
| Cores | 10-core (2P + 8E) | 10 cores (2P + 8E) |
| Chipset | 13th Gen Intel Core i7-1355U | Intel Core i7-1355U (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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