2-in-1 form factor with a look and feel that evokes envy
At the launch event, HP mentioned that the Envy x360 14 is designed for creative professionals and freelancers. The laptop features a sleek and slim form factor, weighing just 1.39kgs, making it easier to carry around. The 2-in-1 design with a 360-degree hinge also makes it easier for different use cases. It can be used in the tent mode for watching content or can be folded all the way to be used as a tablet
On the connectivity front, you get a USB Type-A 3.1 port on the left, an HDMI out, and two USB Type-C Thunderbolt 4 ports. On the right, you get a USB Type-A 3.1 port and a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Product specification HP ENVY X360 14-fc0023dx 2-in-1 LAPTOP
- Intel Core Ultra 7 155U 12-Core (Up to 4.8 GHz with Intel Turbo Boost Technology) 12 MB L3 cache
- 16 GB LPDDR5-6400 MHz RAM (onboard)
- Intel Graphics
- 1 TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe M.2 SSD
- 14-inch diagonal, WUXGA (1920 x 1200) WITH A REFRESH RATE OF 144Hz, multitouch-enabled, IPS, edge-to-edge glass, microedge,
- Corning Gorilla Glass NBT, 300 nits, 62.5% sRGB
- 5MP IR camera with temporal noise reduction and integrated dual array digital
- microphones
- Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3 wireless card (supporting gigabit data rate)
- Poly Studio with dual speakers
- Full-size, backlit, soft grey keyboard
- HP Imagepad
- Camera privacy shutter
- Mic mute key
- 3-cell, 59 Wh Li-ion polymer battery
- 65 W USB Type-C power adapter
- Top cover: meteor silver aluminum with a sandblasted anodized finish
- Keyboard deck: meteor silver aluminum with a sandblasted anodized finish
- Windows 11 Home
Dedicated NPU, unlocking new AI PC experiences
We have been hearing and talking a lot about AI PCs, but what are some of their use cases, and how are they different from traditional PCs? Well, the HP Envy x360 14 is loaded with AI features, which we experienced while using the laptop.
Microsoft’s Windows 11 OS, which the laptop runs on, has Windows Studio Effects. This feature allows the user to access various effects on the laptop’s 5MP IR camera such as auto-framing, eye contact, and background effects. The workload of these AI effects is entirely on the NPU (rather than on CPU/GPU), which also helps in conserving battery life. The auto-framing uses AI to detect your face in the frame and keep you in focus.
The eye contact feature ensures that your eyes are looking into the camera, even if you are looking elsewhere, say into your phone. Lastly, the background effects separate the subject from the background while adding blur effects
Good performance, even better battery life
The Envy x360 is powered by the very competent Intel Core Ultra 7 155U processor and offers reliable performance for a wide range of day-to-day tasks. This includes web browsing, audio/video calls on platforms like Teams and Zoom, checking and responding to emails on Outlook app, and using apps like Word and PowerPoint.
Sure, the 155U is not as powerful as the Core Ultra 7 155H, but it does offer a good balance between performance and efficiency. We were pleasantly surprised by the steady frame rates when playing casual games like Left4Dead2 (hitting even 130fps at times), Rocket League (hitting around 40fps), and Counter-Strike 2 (hitting about 30fps). This is despite not having a discrete graphics card, or the latest Intel Arc graphics solution (as on 155H)
Final thoughts
The HP Envy x360 14 is a compelling option for users who are looking for a powerful and versatile 2-in-1 laptop. With Intel’s latest Core Ultra 7 processor at the helm, along with a dedicated NPU, it offers innovative AI features thoughtfully designed for everyday use cases. From enhanced video conferencing experiences to handy features like presence detection and a dedicated Copilot button, NPU unlocks a new level of user experience.
All this paired with a great display, good keyboard and long battery life positions the Envy x360 14 as a well-rounded AI PC for professionals, creators and casual users alike.