HP Envy x360 14 (2024, older gen) vs HP Pavilion x360 14 (2022, older gen)
The HP Envy x360 14 is the better laptop on paper: it is faster, has more memory and lasts longer on a charge. The HP Pavilion x360 14 doesn't beat it on any spec that matters.
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Key differences
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Performance
HP Envy x360 14 wins
The HP Envy x360 14's AMD Ryzen 7 8840HS is quicker: it has the power for photo and video editing, while the HP Pavilion x360 14's Intel Core i5-1235U stays smooth with lots of apps open.
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Gaming
HP Envy x360 14 wins
The HP Envy x360 14's built-in graphics manages light and older games, while the HP Pavilion x360 14's built-in graphics isn't made for games.
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Display
HP Envy x360 14 wins
The HP Envy x360 14 has the better screen: 14" Full HD 300 nits against 14" Full HD 250 nits.
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Battery life
HP Envy x360 14 wins
The HP Envy x360 14 should last longer: up to 17.5 hours against up to 8 hours.
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Connectivity
Evenly matched
Much the same, except that only the HP Pavilion x360 14 has a card reader.
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Portability
HP Envy x360 14 wins
The HP Envy x360 14 is easier to carry at 1.39 kg, against 1.52 kg.
Other differences
- Memory HP Envy x360 14 wins
The HP Envy x360 14 has 16 GB of memory against 8 GB. That's the difference between coping and staying quick with lots of tabs and apps open.
- Storage HP Envy x360 14 wins
The HP Envy x360 14 has twice the storage: 1 TB against 512 GB.
- Age HP Envy x360 14 wins
The HP Envy x360 14 is the newer model (2024 against 2022).
Which one should you choose?
Choose the HP Envy x360 14 if…
- You edit photos or video, or keep a lot open at once: its AMD Ryzen 7 8840HS is the more powerful processor.
- You keep lots of tabs and apps open: 16 GB of memory gives it more room than 8 GB.
- You work away from a plug: it should last longer on a charge (its maker claims up to 17.5 hours).
- You store lots of photos, videos or games: it has 1 TB of storage.
- You want a more recent design: it came out in 2024.
Choose the HP Pavilion x360 14 if…
- You plug things in: it has an SD card reader (for camera cards).
- You'd like to use it as a tablet too: it folds or detaches into one.
- You want something compact: it has a 14-inch screen.
Full spec comparison
The HP Envy x360 14 leads on performance and battery and weight; elsewhere the two are closely matched.
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Performance
The HP Envy x360 14 is ahead on performance.
It is faster, has more memory and has more storage, and the HP Pavilion x360 14 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | HP Envy x360 14 (2024, older gen) | HP Pavilion x360 14 (2022, older gen) |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 8840HS | Intel Core i5-1235U |
| Graphics | AMD Radeon Graphics | Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
| Memory (RAM) | 16 GB | 8 GB |
| Memory type | LPDDR5-6400 | DDR4-3200 |
| Maximum memory | 16 GB | 8 GB |
| Memory upgrades | Soldered (not upgradeable) | Soldered (not upgradeable) |
| Storage | 1 TB | 512 GB |
| Storage type | SSD | SSD |
| Storage interface | PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 | PCIe NVMe M.2 |
Screen
The HP Envy x360 14 is ahead on the screen.
It has a brighter screen, and the HP Pavilion x360 14 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | HP Envy x360 14 (2024, older gen) | HP Pavilion x360 14 (2022, older gen) |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 14" | 14" |
| Resolution | Full HD+ (1920 x 1200) | Full HD (1920 x 1080) |
| Aspect ratio | 16:10 | 16:9 |
| Panel | IPS | IPS |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Variable refresh (VRR) | No | — |
| Brightness | 300 nits | 250 nits |
| Colour range | 62.5% sRGB | 45% NTSC |
| HDR | — | None |
| Finish | Glossy | — |
| Touchscreen | Yes | Yes |
Battery and size
The HP Envy x360 14 is ahead on battery and weight.
It lasts longer on a charge and is a little lighter, and the HP Pavilion x360 14 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | HP Envy x360 14 (2024, older gen) | HP Pavilion x360 14 (2022, older gen) |
|---|---|---|
| Battery life (maker claim) | Up to 17.5 hours | Up to 8 hours |
| Battery capacity | 59 Wh | 43 Wh |
| Charger | 65 W | 45 W |
| Charges via | USB-C | AC smart pin (barrel); USB-C also lists USB Power Delivery |
| Fast charging | 50% in 30 minutes | 50% in approx. 45 minutes |
| Weight | 1.39 kg | 1.52 kg |
| Dimensions | 313.3 x 218.9 x 16.9 mm | 322 x 210 x 18.8-19.8 mm |
| Materials | recycled metal in cover, keyboard frame, base and hinge caps | Natural silver aluminium keyboard deck (anodised finish); ocean-bound plastic in base, bezel and sideband |
| Hinge | 360-degree convertible | 360-degree convertible |
| Colour | Glacier silver | Silver |
| Colours available | Glacier silver | — |
Ports and wireless
Each laptop has its strengths on ports and wireless.
The HP Envy x360 14 has Wi-Fi 6E, while the HP Pavilion x360 14 has an SD card reader.
| Spec | HP Envy x360 14 (2024, older gen) | HP Pavilion x360 14 (2022, older gen) |
|---|---|---|
| Ports | 2x USB-C 10Gbps (both support USB Power Delivery charging, DisplayPort 1.4a, HP Sleep and Charge), 2x USB-A 10Gbps (one with HP Sleep and Charge), 1x HDMI 2.1, 1x 3.5 mm headphone/microphone combo | 1x USB-C 10 Gbps (USB Power Delivery, DisplayPort 1.4, HP Sleep and Charge), 2x USB-A 5 Gbps, 1x HDMI 2.1, 1x 3.5 mm headphone/microphone combo, 1x microSD, 1x AC smart pin (power) |
| Thunderbolt / USB4 | None | None |
| Card reader | None | microSD |
| Ethernet | None | None |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Wi-Fi card | MediaTek Wi-Fi 6E MT7922 | — |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Mobile data | None | None |
Features
Both have much the same extras.
From the keyboard to the webcam and login, there is little between them.
| Spec | HP Envy x360 14 (2024, older gen) | HP Pavilion x360 14 (2022, older gen) |
|---|---|---|
| Webcam | 5MP + IR | 5MP |
| Webcam privacy | physical shutter | physical shutter |
| Backlit keyboard | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard | full-size backlit soft grey keyboard | Full-size, backlit, natural silver |
| Login | — | Fingerprint |
| Number pad | No | — |
| Touchpad | HP Imagepad | HP Imagepad with multi-touch gesture support |
| Speakers | dual speakers, DTS:X Ultra, HP Audio Boost, Poly Studio | Audio by B&O, dual speakers; HP Audio Boost |
| Microphones | dual-array digital microphones | integrated dual-array digital microphones |
| Security | firmware TPM, mic mute key, camera privacy shutter | HP BIOS Protection, Fingerprint reader |
Software and model
The HP Envy x360 14 is ahead on software and updates.
It is newer, and the HP Pavilion x360 14 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | HP Envy x360 14 (2024, older gen) | HP Pavilion x360 14 (2022, older gen) |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Model number | A2WA0EA#ABU | — |
| Released | 2024 | 2022 |