HP Envy X360 15 Review | Premium computing at accessible price

Starting at a price of ₹78,999, the Envy X360 15 strikes a balance between the Spectre and Pavilion series

HP recently introduced a new entrant to its Envy lineup, the Envy X360 15 laptop. Starting at a price of ₹78,999, the Envy X360 15 strikes a balance between the Spectre and Pavilion series. With this new range, HP is also adding certified IMAX enhanced labels, high-quality audio, and exclusive premium digital content to the mix.

The laptop’s name belies the 360-fold design of the device. The overall design bears a resemblance to the Spectre series, but the screen is wide rather than tall. The Envy X360, despite a 15.6-inch screen, manages to look remarkably compact and lightweight, making it highly portable. The laptop boasts a sleek and professional aesthetic, upping its appeal for professionals and users seeking a sophisticated look for their devices. The Nightfall Black we reviewed did have professional appeal, but at the same time, attracted smudges requiring constant cleaning.

The Envy X360 is equipped with a versatile array of ports to meet various connectivity needs. It features two Thunderbolt 4 ports with USB Type-C, offering a 40Gbps signalling rate, support for USB Power Delivery, and compatibility with DisplayPort 1.4. These ports also support HP Sleep and Charge functionality. There’s also a USB Type-A port with a 10Gbps signalling rate, which supports HP Sleep and Charge as well. Another USB Type-A port with a 10Gbps signalling rate, an HDMI 2.1 port for high-quality video output, and a headphone/microphone combo jack further enhance connectivity.

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Notably, the Envy X360 comes with the HP USB-C Rechargeable MPP2.0 Tilt Pen, adding extra versatility for creative tasks and note-taking.

This laptop’s touch-enabled display is one of its standout features, offering a bright and vivid visual experience. While it sports a 15.6-inch FHD panel with a standard 60Hz refresh rate, the larger size combined with OLED technology enhances the depth of black levels, contributing to an impressive viewing experience. With a peak brightness of 400 nits and HDR brightness reaching around 500 nits, along with full coverage of the DCI-P3 colour gamut, this display is well-equipped to deliver vibrant and detailed visuals. Notably, this laptop boasts the distinction of being IMAX enhanced certified, ensuring its display is specially tuned for movies and shows. However, it’s worth noting that the 16:9 aspect ratio of the screen may not perfectly match the taller IMAX aspect ratio, a minor consideration in an otherwise compelling display.

The laptop features a touchpad thoughtfully placed in a central position. This allows for comfortable arm placement, reducing possibilities of accidental cursor movements and unintended clicks, resulting in a smoother user experience. The touchpad is generously sized and highly responsive, providing excellent control.