HP Envy X360 15 (2021)

Although most Envy x360 15 models do not have this feature. Despite this, the Envy x360 15 can keep up with the competition. Given its features and capabilities, its advertised price of $1,000 is not unreasonable. Even if the convertible form isn't particularly appealing to you, the Envy x360 15 is still an excellent option for a 15-inch laptop in this price range, and its worth considering even in that case. The Envy weighs 4.11 pounds, making it noticeably heavier and thicker than convertible laptops with 13- or 14-inch screens.

The one we examined had a screen that could reach a maximum brightness of 400 nits—for example, the display on this comparable model. Put the supply and transportation problems on the pandemic's shoulders. If you work outside or in environments with a lot of ambient light, you may want to keep buying an Envy x360 15 until it comes out with a much brighter screen.

Tech Specs

The Envy x360 15 is very customizable, much like many of HP's other laptop models. There are variants available with as low as 8 gigabytes of random access memory (RAM), 256 gigabytes of storage space, and the previously mentioned display brightness levels of either 250 or 400 nits. Additionally, there are Intel variations available; some of them come equipped with Nvidia GeForce MX450 graphics.

Some machines also come with dedicated number pads, although the one we have does not, and HP is still selling devices that contain CPUs from AMD's Ryzen 4000-series lineup. (It is important to note, however, that the 5700U CPU tested here uses an earlier version of AMD's Zen 2 architecture.) You must pay special attention to the configuration you are purchasing since the technical specifications, and associated experiences might differ.

Design and Display

On the other hand, Envy laptops have designs that are often more subdued when contrasted with HP's high-end Spectre line. Although there is no "gem-cut" design or gold trim, you get a robust aluminum chassis and display glass extending to the device's edges. Although HP also offers variants in silver and soft gold, the color that arrived with our device was dark grey. The Envy weighs 4.11 pounds, making it noticeably heavier and thicker than convertible laptops with 13- or 14-inch screens. Additionally, it does not readily fit into small- to medium-sized travel bags due to its size and weight. Because of this, you need to give a great deal of consideration to whether or not the additional screen real estate is worth the reduction in mobility.

The Keyboard

The illuminated keyboard of the HP Envy x360 makes typing an enjoyable experience. The keys have a nice tactile bump to them, and you can activate them by striking the edge of a key with your fingernail or even just the corner of a key. This ensures that you won't make any typographical errors even if you don't press a key precisely in the middle. The keyboard is positioned in the middle, and speakers are on each side. Excel experts may want to look for another keyboard, but the layout of the one on our device is far more suitable for day-to-day writing, and those who write with their left hand could find its centered touchpad convenient.

Audio, Video, And Webcam

The HP Envy x360 15 includes all of those characteristics; nevertheless, it is essential to note the specific method in which HP executes its privacy features. On the keyboard of the Envy x360 15, there is not a traditional shutter that you have to slide over the camera physically. Instead, there are simple kill switch buttons for both the camera and the microphone.

A Bloatware Disclaimer

Although preinstalled software is a typical component of using a Windows laptop. After the initial setup, you will be inundated with obnoxious alerts, such as a persistent request to utilize Dropbox and an offer to alter the default search engine on your device.

Performance

Regarding the HP Envy x360 15 experience, AMD is not a minor player. The Ryzen 7 5700U central processing unit (CPU) in our review unit achieved remarkable results in productivity benchmarks, and the integrated Radeon graphics can manage some basic 3D gaming. You may want to keep buying an Envy x360 15 until it comes out with a much brighter screen. PCMark 10, which simulates various productivity activities, gave the Envy x360 15 a score of 5,337, giving it a slight lead over many other laptops equipped with Intel's 11th-generation Core i7 CPUs.