HP OmniBook 5 Flip 14 (2025) vs Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 (Gen 5)
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 has the edge: it is lighter, has more accurate colour and has Thunderbolt or USB4. The HP OmniBook 5 Flip 14 still has more storage and is newer, so it's worth a look if that matters more to you.
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Key differences
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Performance
Evenly matched
Both stay smooth with lots of apps open, with 16 GB of memory each.
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Gaming
Evenly matched
Neither is made for modern games.
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Display
Evenly matched
Closely matched screens: 14" Full HD 300 nits against 13.3" Full HD 300 nits.
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Battery life
HP OmniBook 5 Flip 14 wins
The HP OmniBook 5 Flip 14 should last longer: up to 28.5 hours against up to 21.1 hours.
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Connectivity
Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 wins
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 is better connected. Only it has Thunderbolt/USB4.
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Portability
Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 wins
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 is easier to carry at 1.25 kg, against 1.65 kg.
Other differences
- Storage HP OmniBook 5 Flip 14 wins
The HP OmniBook 5 Flip 14 has twice the storage: 512 GB against 256 GB.
- Colour Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 wins
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1's screen shows a wider range of colour (100% sRGB against 62.5% sRGB), so photos and films look richer and truer.
- Age HP OmniBook 5 Flip 14 wins
The HP OmniBook 5 Flip 14 is the newer model (2026 against 2024).
Which one should you choose?
Choose the HP OmniBook 5 Flip 14 if…
- You store lots of photos, videos or games: it has 512 GB of storage.
- You want a more recent design: it came out in 2026.
- You're often away from a plug: it has the bigger battery (68 Wh).
Choose the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 if…
- You'll carry it every day: at 1.25 kg it's easy to take everywhere.
- You edit photos or care about colour: its screen covers 100% sRGB.
- You plug things in: it has Thunderbolt or USB4 (for fast docks and drives).
Full spec comparison
The HP OmniBook 5 Flip 14 leads on performance, while the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 leads on battery and weight, the screen and ports and wireless.
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Performance
The HP OmniBook 5 Flip 14 is ahead on performance.
It has more storage, and the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | HP OmniBook 5 Flip 14 (2025) | Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 (Gen 5) |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core Ultra 5 322 | Intel Core Ultra 5 125U |
| Graphics | Intel Graphics | Intel Graphics |
| AI engine (NPU) | — | 11 TOPS |
| Memory (RAM) | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory type | LPDDR5x-7467 | LPDDR5X-6400 |
| Maximum memory | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory upgrades | Soldered (not upgradeable) | Soldered (not upgradeable) |
| Storage | 512 GB | 256 GB |
| Storage type | SSD | SSD |
| Storage interface | PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 | PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe M.2 2280, Opal 2.0 |
| Storage slots | — | 1 |
Screen
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 is ahead on the screen.
The HP OmniBook 5 Flip 14 has a slightly bigger screen: 14" against 13.3". The HP OmniBook 5 Flip 14 has a slightly bigger screen, while the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 has more accurate colour.
| Spec | HP OmniBook 5 Flip 14 (2025) | Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 (Gen 5) |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 14" | 13.3" |
| Resolution | Full HD+ (1920 x 1200) | Full HD+ (1920 x 1200) |
| Aspect ratio | 16:10 | 16:10 |
| Panel | IPS | IPS |
| Refresh rate | — | 60 Hz |
| Brightness | 300 nits | 300 nits |
| Colour range | 62.5% sRGB | 100% sRGB |
| HDR | None | — |
| Finish | — | Matte |
| Touchscreen | Yes | Yes |
Battery and size
Each laptop has its strengths on battery and weight.
The HP OmniBook 5 Flip 14 has a bigger battery, while the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 is lighter.
| Spec | HP OmniBook 5 Flip 14 (2025) | Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 (Gen 5) |
|---|---|---|
| Battery life (maker claim) | Up to 28.5 hours | Up to 21.1 hours |
| Battery capacity | 68 Wh | 54.7 Wh |
| Charger | 65 W | 65 W |
| Charges via | USB-C | USB-C |
| Fast charging | approx. 50% in 45 minutes | 80% in 60 minutes |
| Weight | 1.65 kg | 1.25 kg |
| Dimensions | 313 x 219.9 x 18.4 mm | 301.7 x 214.6 x 16.4 mm |
| Materials | — | magnesium lid and base |
| Durability | — | MIL-STD-810H |
| Hinge | 360-degree flip (laptop, tablet, tent, stand) | 360-degree convertible |
| Colour | Glacier silver | Black |
| Colours available | — | Black, Grey |
Ports and wireless
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 is ahead on ports and wireless.
It has Thunderbolt or USB4 and has Wi-Fi 6E, and the HP OmniBook 5 Flip 14 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | HP OmniBook 5 Flip 14 (2025) | Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 (Gen 5) |
|---|---|---|
| Ports | 2x USB-C 10Gbps (both support Power Delivery 3.1 charging, DisplayPort 2.1, Sleep and Charge), 1x USB-A 10Gbps, 1x USB-A 5Gbps, 1x HDMI 2.1, 1x 3.5 mm headphone/mic combo | 2x Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 40Gbps (charging USB PD 3.0, DisplayPort 2.1), 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 (one Always On), 1x HDMI 2.1 (up to 4K60), 1x 3.5 mm headphone/microphone combo, 1x Nano-SIM slot |
| Thunderbolt / USB4 | None | 2x Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 40Gbps |
| External displays (max) | — | 3 |
| Card reader | None | None |
| Ethernet | None | None |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Wi-Fi card | Realtek Wi-Fi 6 (2x2) | Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX211 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Mobile data | None | 4G LTE upgradable |
Features
Each laptop has its strengths on extras.
The HP OmniBook 5 Flip 14 has Copilot+ AI features, while the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 has a sharper webcam.
| Spec | HP OmniBook 5 Flip 14 (2025) | Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 (Gen 5) |
|---|---|---|
| Webcam | 1080p | 5MP + IR |
| Webcam privacy | physical shutter | physical shutter |
| Backlit keyboard | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard | Full-size, backlit, soft gray; Copilot key | 6-row spill-resistant UK keyboard, multimedia Fn keys, Unified Communications controls, 1.5 mm key travel |
| Login | Face | Fingerprint, Face |
| Number pad | No | No |
| Touchpad | HP Imagepad | glass-like Mylar 3-button trackpad, 56 x 115 mm, with TrackPoint |
| Speakers | Dual speakers, HP Audio Boost, DTS:X Ultra | 2x 2 W stereo speakers, Dolby Audio Premium |
| Microphones | dual array digital microphones | 2x 360-degree far-field microphones |
| Pen | Supported (sold separately) | Included |
| Security | Firmware TPM, Camera privacy shutter, Mic mute key | Discrete TPM 2.0, Kensington Nano Security Slot, ThinkShield, Human Presence Detection, FIDO authentication, Self-healing BIOS |
Software and model
The HP OmniBook 5 Flip 14 is ahead on software and updates.
It is newer, and the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | HP OmniBook 5 Flip 14 (2025) | Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 (Gen 5) |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Pro |
| Update promise | None | — |
| Model number | D74HBEA#ABU | 21LW0046UK |
| Released | 2026 | 2024 |