HP Spectre x360 16 vs MacBook Pro 14 M3 Pro
Verdict: MacBook Pro 14 M3 Pro outperforms the HP Spectre x360 16 in CPU efficiency and battery runtime according to Notebookcheck and Geekbench data. The HP offers unique 2-in-1 flexibility and optional RTX 4050 graphics that the MacBook cannot match. This is a close call only if touchscreen input is required; otherwise the MacBook wins on raw capability.
Winner: MacBook Pro 14 M3 Pro
HP Spectre x360 16: 6.5/10
MacBook Pro 14 M3 Pro: 8/10
Spec-by-spec comparison
| HP Spectre x360 16 | MacBook Pro 14 M3 Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| processor | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | Apple M3 Pro |
| display | 16-inch 2.8K OLED touchscreen | 14-inch Liquid Retina XDR |
| ram | 16GB | 18GB |
| storage | 512GB SSD | 512GB SSD |
HP Spectre x360 16
What works
- 2-in-1 convertible design with 360-degree hinge
- Up to RTX 4050 discrete graphics option
- Bright 2.8K OLED panel with touch input
What doesn't
- Only 16GB soldered RAM with no upgrade path
- Intel Core Ultra 7 155H draws more power than Apple silicon equivalents
MacBook Pro 14 M3 Pro
What works
- Superior battery life and thermal efficiency
- Excellent build quality with MagSafe charging
- Strong multi-core performance for video and photo editing
What doesn't
- No touchscreen or convertible form factor
- macOS limits compatibility with some Windows-only software
Bottom line
Our pick: MacBook Pro 14 M3 Pro.
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