HP Spectre x360 16 (2024) vs Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11
The Verdict
HP's Spectre x360 16 excels with a stunning 16-inch OLED display at 2880x1800 resolution with 120Hz refresh rate and 400 nits brightness, paired with a powerful Intel Core Ultra 7 155H processor featuring 16 cores. Its convertible design and larger screen make it ideal for creative work. Lenovo's ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 prioritizes portability at just 1.12 kg with exceptional build quality in carbon fiber and magnesium, offering up to 15 hours battery life on IPS models and superior everyday usability with Windows 11 Pro. The ThinkPad uses older 13th Gen Intel processors (up to i7-1370P), limiting raw performance. For demanding creative tasks and larger workspace needs, the Spectre x360 16 delivers better value despite premium pricing. However, if lightweight portability and longer battery life matter most, the ThinkPad X1 Carbon excels. Recommendation: Choose Spectre x360 16 for power users and creators; select ThinkPad X1 Carbon for business professionals requiring maximum portability.
Who Should Buy
Buy the HP Spectre x360 16 (2024) if…
- →Gorgeous 2.8K OLED display with 120Hz refresh
- →Premium gem-cut aluminum design with 360-degree hinge
- →Excellent 9 MP webcam with auto-framing
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 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
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 Spectre x360 16 (2024) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Pro |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 2.19 kg | 1.12 kg |
| Material | CNC aluminum | Carbon fiber and magnesium alloy |
| Dimensions | 357 x 248 x 19.5 mm | 315.6 x 222.5 x 15.36 mm |
| Ports | ||
| HDMI | 1 | 1 |
| USB-A ports | 1 | 2 |
| USB-C ports | 2 | — |
| SD card | — | |
| Thunderbolt ports | 2 | 2 |
| Headphone Jack | — | |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 12 hours | Up to 15 hours (IPS) / 10 hours (OLED) |
| Capacity | 83 Wh | 57 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 16 inches | 14 inches |
| Type | OLED touchscreen | OLED (IPS optional) |
| Resolution | 2880 x 1800 | 2880 x 1800 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 60Hz (90Hz OLED) |
| Brightness (nits) | 400 | 500 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 1 TB | 512 GB / 1 TB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5X | 16 GB / 32 GB LPDDR5x |
| Cores | 16 cores | 10-core (2P + 8E) / 14-core (6P + 8E) |
| Chipset | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | 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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