Lenovo ThinkBook 14 2-in-1 (Gen 5) vs HP OmniBook X Flip 16
Both are good choices with different strengths. The Lenovo ThinkBook 14 2-in-1 is more compact, has more accurate colour and has an SD card reader, while the HP OmniBook X Flip 16 lasts longer on a charge, has a bigger screen and has a brighter screen.
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Key differences
- Battery life HP OmniBook X Flip 16 wins
The HP OmniBook X Flip 16 should last longer on a charge: it has a 68 Wh battery against 60 Wh.
- Screen size Depends on you
The HP OmniBook X Flip 16 has the bigger screen (16" against 14"), while the Lenovo ThinkBook 14 2-in-1 is more compact.
- Colour Lenovo ThinkBook 14 2-in-1 wins
The Lenovo ThinkBook 14 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.
- Brightness HP OmniBook X Flip 16 wins
The HP OmniBook X Flip 16's screen is brighter (400 against 300 nits), so it's easier to see near a window.
- Ports Lenovo ThinkBook 14 2-in-1 wins
Only the Lenovo ThinkBook 14 2-in-1 has an SD card reader.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Lenovo ThinkBook 14 2-in-1 if…
- You want something compact for small bags and train tables: it has a 14-inch screen.
- You edit photos or care about colour: its screen covers 100% sRGB.
- You plug things in: it has an SD card reader (for camera cards).
Choose the HP OmniBook X Flip 16 if…
- You work away from a plug: it should last longer on a charge (its maker claims up to 23 hours).
- You want more room to work: its 16-inch screen fits two windows side by side.
- You work near windows or outside: its screen is brighter at 400 nits.
Full spec comparison
Add more laptopsThe HP OmniBook X Flip 16 leads on battery and weight and extras; elsewhere the two are closely matched. Highlighted values mark the better spec in each row, and you can hide the rows where they match.
Performance
The Lenovo ThinkBook 14 2-in-1 is ahead on performance.
It can be upgraded, and the HP OmniBook X Flip 16 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Lenovo ThinkBook 14 2-in-1 (Gen 5) | HP OmniBook X Flip 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core Ultra 7 255U | Intel Core Ultra 5 226V |
| Graphics | Intel Graphics | Intel Arc 130V |
| AI engine (NPU) | 12 TOPS | — |
| Memory (RAM) | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory type | DDR5-5600 | LPDDR5x-8533 |
| Maximum memory | 32 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory upgrades | Upgradeable (slots) | Soldered (not upgradeable) |
| Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB |
| Storage type | SSD | SSD |
| Storage interface | PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe M.2 2242 | PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 2280 |
| Storage slots | 2 | 1 |
Screen
Each laptop has its strengths on the screen.
The HP OmniBook X Flip 16 has the bigger screen (16" against 14"), while the Lenovo ThinkBook 14 2-in-1 is more compact. The Lenovo ThinkBook 14 2-in-1 is more compact and has more accurate colour, while the HP OmniBook X Flip 16 has a bigger screen and has a brighter screen.
| Spec | Lenovo ThinkBook 14 2-in-1 (Gen 5) | HP OmniBook X Flip 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 14" | 16" |
| Resolution | Full HD+ (1920 x 1200) | Full HD+ (1920 x 1200) |
| Aspect ratio | 16:10 | 16:10 |
| Panel | IPS | IPS |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Variable refresh (VRR) | — | No |
| Brightness | 300 nits | 400 nits |
| Colour range | 100% sRGB | 62.5% sRGB |
| HDR | — | None |
| Finish | Glossy | Glossy |
| Touchscreen | Yes | Yes |
Battery and size
Each laptop has its strengths on battery and weight.
The Lenovo ThinkBook 14 2-in-1 is a little lighter, while the HP OmniBook X Flip 16 lasts longer on a charge.
| Spec | Lenovo ThinkBook 14 2-in-1 (Gen 5) | HP OmniBook X Flip 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery life (maker claim) | Up to 11.2 hours | Up to 23 hours |
| Battery capacity | 60 Wh | 68 Wh |
| Charger | 65 W | 65 W |
| Charges via | USB-C | USB-C |
| Fast charging | Rapid Charge | approx. 50% in 45 minutes |
| Weight | 1.64 kg | 1.88 kg |
| Dimensions | 313 x 224 x 16.9-18.5 mm | 356 x 245.5 x 15.3 mm |
| Materials | Aluminium (Top), Aluminium (Bottom); anodizing sandblasting finish | Glacier silver aluminum, sandblasted anodized finish; recycled metal in cover, keyboard frame, base and hinge caps |
| Durability | MIL-STD-810H | — |
| Hinge | 360-degree convertible (laptop, tent, stand, tablet) | 360-degree convertible (clamshell, tent, tablet, reverse) |
| Colour | Luna Grey | Glacier silver |
| Colours available | Luna Grey | — |
Ports and wireless
Each laptop has its strengths on ports and wireless.
The Lenovo ThinkBook 14 2-in-1 has an SD card reader, while the HP OmniBook X Flip 16 has Wi-Fi 7.
| Spec | Lenovo ThinkBook 14 2-in-1 (Gen 5) | HP OmniBook X Flip 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Ports | 1x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps), 1x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps, always on), 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps, charging PD 45-65W, DisplayPort 1.4), 1x Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 40Gbps (charging PD 45-65W, DisplayPort 1.4), 1x HDMI 2.1 (up to 4K/60Hz), 1x 3.5 mm headphone/mic combo, 1x microSD | 2x USB-A 10Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen 2), 1x Thunderbolt 4 / USB-C 40Gbps (charging, DisplayPort 2.1, Sleep and Charge), 1x USB-C 10Gbps (charging, DisplayPort 1.4a, Sleep and Charge), 1x HDMI 2.1, 1x 3.5 mm headphone/microphone combo |
| Thunderbolt / USB4 | Thunderbolt 4 | Thunderbolt 4 |
| External displays (max) | — | 2 |
| Card reader | microSD | None |
| Ethernet | None | None |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Wi-Fi card | — | Intel Wi-Fi 7 BE201 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.4 |
| Mobile data | None | None |
Features
The HP OmniBook X Flip 16 is ahead on extras.
It has Copilot+ AI features and has a sharper webcam, and the Lenovo ThinkBook 14 2-in-1 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Lenovo ThinkBook 14 2-in-1 (Gen 5) | HP OmniBook X Flip 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Webcam | 1080p + IR | 5MP + IR |
| Webcam privacy | physical shutter | physical shutter |
| Backlit keyboard | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard | Backlit, 6-row, spill-resistant | Full-size, backlit, soft gray keys; mic mute key |
| Login | Fingerprint, Face | Face |
| Number pad | — | No |
| Touchpad | Buttonless glass-like Mylar surface, Precision TouchPad, 75 x 120 mm | HP Imagepad (clickpad, multitouch gestures) |
| Speakers | Stereo speakers, 2W x2, Dolby Atmos, audio by HARMAN | Dual speakers, DTS:X Ultra, HP Audio Boost |
| Microphones | 2x array | dual-array digital microphones |
| Pen | Supported (sold separately) | Supported (sold separately) |
| Security | Discrete TPM 2.0, Kensington Nano Security Slot, Fingerprint reader (match-on-chip), Camera privacy shutter, IR camera for Windows Hello | Firmware TPM 2.0, Camera privacy shutter, Mic mute key |
Software and model
Both run Windows.
So the same apps work on both, and they get the same kind of updates.
| Spec | Lenovo ThinkBook 14 2-in-1 (Gen 5) | HP OmniBook X Flip 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Home |
| Model number | 21SQ000EUK | BS8D0EA |
| Released | 2025 | 2025 |