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MagyarHP Spectre x2 Series
Processor: Intel Core m3 6Y30, Intel Kaby Lake i5-7260U, Intel Kaby Lake i7-7560UGraphics Adapter: Intel HD Graphics 515, Intel Iris Plus Graphics 640
Display: 12.00 inch, 12.10 inch, 12.30 inch
Weight: 1.1kg, 1.15kg, 1.19kg, 1.229kg
Price: 1000, 1100, 1250, 1400 euro
Average of 14 scores (from 21 reviews)
HP Spectre x2 12-a001ng
Specifications
Notebook: HP Spectre x2 12-a001ngProcessor: Intel Core m3 6Y30
Graphics Adapter: Intel HD Graphics 515
Display: 12.00 inch, 3:2, 1920 x 1280 pixels
Weight: 1.229kg
Price: 1250 euro
Links: HP homepage
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Smaller is better. The m3 version of the Spectre x2 12 offers an LTE modem for 899 Euros (~$990). Does the device offer good performance for the investment or does it throttle the SoC as in the m7 version?
HP Spectre x2 12-C001NF
Specifications
Notebook: HP Spectre x2 12-C001NFProcessor: Intel Kaby Lake i5-7260U
Graphics Adapter: Intel Iris Plus Graphics 640
Display: 12.30 inch, 3:2, 3000 x 2000 pixels
Weight: 1.1kg
Price: 1400 euro
Links: HP homepage
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Reviews
Source: Unbox
Archive.org versionIt depends on your needs. The HP Spectre X2 is a great little notebook for people constantly on the go and require lightweight gear for maximum comfort. It’s a great productivity tool, lasts quite a bit and has a nice display for you to work on.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/09/2018
Source: Unbox
Archive.org versionHP is hoping that the Spectre X2’s lightweight and relatively powerful internals make it the natural choice of mobile workers everywhere. We’ll see for ourselves if it’s really the best choice for road warriors: we’ll be taking it with us as we leave for an overseas trip this weekend and see if it’s worth the Php 79,990 that HP Philippines is asking for it.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 06/14/2018
Source: Yugatech
Archive.org versionThe HP Spectre x2 is that kind of notebook designed for people who need to be productive yet want to do it in style. It’s attractive, nicely crafted, and equipped with hardware powerful enough to run demanding applications. It’s well-thought-out as well as HP acknowledged its limitations and addressed it by including the necessary accessories in the package. They even threw in the HP Active Pen which is a welcome accessory for artists. It’s not perfect though, like its temperature when under load, pen sensitivity, and battery life. But considering the benefits mentioned, these are simple cons I can live with it.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 05/12/2018
Source: Gadgetguy
Archive.org versionMy initial impressions are that this is every bit as good as a Pro, it looks better, has a slightly better keyboard, slightly higher screen resolution, 2 x USB-C, and HP is offering a 1-year on-site fix or swap exchange warranty – that is excellent.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/25/2017
Rating: Total score: 96% price: 80% performance: 100% workmanship: 100%
Source: Techradar
Archive.org versionA gorgeous sequel that brings the device in line with both HP’s existing products and the company’s inspirations. Knowing its price, the Spectre x2 could very well be a compelling alternative to the Surface Pro devices.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 05/22/2017
HP Spectre x2 12-c012dx
Specifications
Notebook: HP Spectre x2 12-c012dxProcessor: Intel Kaby Lake i7-7560U
Graphics Adapter: Intel Iris Plus Graphics 640
Display: 12.30 inch, 3:2, 3000 x 2000 pixels
Weight: 1.1kg
Price: 1100 euro
Links: HP homepage
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Average Score:
Reviews
Source: PC Authority
Archive.org versionAt $3,299 the HP Spectre x2 initially looked a tasty proposition, so it’s disappointing that it misfires in key areas. At first sight, it’s a stunning 2-in-1 with blistering short-burst performance, a fantastic screen and a set of forward-firing speakers that will make films sound great.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/13/2017
Rating: Total score: 60%
Source: Techradar
Archive.org versionThe HP Spectre x2 is, no doubt, one of the best Windows tablets ever made. From its hardy performance to its shockingly low starting price for a Intel Core i7 processor, the HP Spectre x2 is a drop-dead beautiful adversary to the Surface Pro, perhaps finally giving Microsoft the push it needs to shake up its design philosophy.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/13/2017
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: PC Mag
Archive.org versionThe newest iteration of the HP Spectre x2 is certainly an improvement, and it is a relative bargain at its $1,299 price. That's especially true considering its stable keyboard cover and Active Pen are included, helping to avoid that $230 upcharge with the Microsoft Surface Pro. However, as tested, the Dell Latitude 5285 and the Surface Pro are both better-equipped, faster, and have many more hours of battery life than the HP tablet. Though pricier, the Surface Pro is the best choice overall among 2-in-1 detachable-hybrid tablets.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 08/17/2017
Rating: Total score: 70%
Source: Wired Magazine
Archive.org versionCrow about the Surface Pro all you want: Today the Spectre x2 is the 2-in-1 to beat—across the board in performance, usability, and price.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 07/21/2017
Rating: Total score: 90%
Source: CNet
Archive.org versionIf you like your two-in-one pretty and sufficient for streaming video, lots of typing, ink-based markup or casual sketching in proximity to a power outlet, the HP Spectre x2 hits the mark.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/17/2017
Rating: Total score: 78% performance: 70% mobility: 70% workmanship: 90%
Source: Paste
Archive.org versionWhile the Spectre x2 borrows the iconic Surface Pro form factor, HP added its own design flourishes to make the Spectre a uniquely luxurious alternative to Microsoft’s category-defining detachable. A unibody frame, mid-century-like modern design, attractive Ash Silver paint coat, Midas-like copper accent and a rich Saffiano faux leather folio gives the Spectre x2 a level of sophistication and elegance that’s largely unrivaled in the tech space. If you’re in the market for a detachable or shopping for a Surface Pro, the Spectre x2 should be on the top of your list.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/12/2017
Rating: Total score: 90%
Source: Engadget
Archive.org versionOverall, the new Spectre X2 brings along some much-needed improvements, but a few issues hold it back from being a must-have. HP seriously has to do something about its battery life, especially now that Microsoft offers twice as much with the Surface Pro. And the touchpad problems, which we've criticized with the last model, are simply inexcusable. HP has proven it can build showstopping, stylish machines. Now it needs to make sure they're as easy to use as the competition.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/10/2017
Rating: Total score: 83%
Source: Laptop Mag
Archive.org versionThe Spectre x2's colorful and bright display, seductive design and excellent keyboard almost place it at the front of the class for detachable 2-in-1 notebooks. We also appreciate the improved hinge mechanism and included Type-A USB dongle.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/08/2017
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: PC Mag
Archive.org versionThe HP Spectre x2 may look like other 2-in-1 detachable tablets, but subtle design improvements and a good value proposition make it an attractive alternative to the Microsoft Surface Pro.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 07/03/2017
Source: PC World
Archive.org versionIn this case, though, I think HP bit off slightly more than it could chew. If you’re a typical user, you’ll probably be happy with the day-to-day performance of the Spectre x2. Yet its fan flips on more often than I’d like, and either an improved cooling solution, a lower-resolution display, or simply a lower-power chip could have solved that problem and extended the tablet’s battery life. In HP’s mind, the Spectre brand exudes a sense of elegance and power that set the tone for its design. That’s a noble goal, and the Spectre x2 almost gets there.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 07/03/2017
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: Good Gear Guide
Archive.org versionIn this case, though, I think HP bit off slightly more than it could chew. If you’re a typical user, you’ll probably be happy with the day-to-day performance of the Spectre x2. Yet its fan flips on more often than I’d like, and either an improved cooling solution, a lower-resolution display, or simply a lower-power chip could have solved that problem and extended the tablet’s battery life. In HP’s mind, the Spectre brand exudes a sense of elegance and power that set the tone for its design. That’s a noble goal, and the Spectre x2 almost gets there.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 07/03/2017
HP Spectre x2 12-C080no
Specifications
Notebook: HP Spectre x2 12-C080noProcessor: Intel Kaby Lake i5-7260U
Graphics Adapter: Intel Iris Plus Graphics 640
Display: 12.30 inch, 3:2, 3000 x 2000 pixels
Weight: 1.15kg
Links: HP homepage
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Source: Dinside
NO→EN Archive.org versionPositive: Slim size and light weight; powerful hardware; good display; decent speakers; good price. Negative: Noisy under loads; short battery life.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/18/2017
HP Spectre x2 12-c000nf
Specifications
Notebook: HP Spectre x2 12-c000nfProcessor: Intel Kaby Lake i5-7260U
Graphics Adapter: Intel Iris Plus Graphics 640
Display: 12.30 inch, 3:2, 3000 x 2000 pixels
Weight: 1.15kg
Links: HP homepage
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Average Score:
Foreign Reviews
Source: CNet France
FR→EN Archive.org versionSingle Review, online available, Short, Date: 09/27/2017
Rating: Total score: 70%
HP Spectre x2 12-c052nr
The HP Spectre x2 12-c052nr is a detachable laptop that revolutionizes workflow and creativity and experiences the pen in a whole new way. HP took the best bits from its Elite x2 tablet and the first-generation Spectre x2 tablet (2015), then updated the new Spectre x2 with the latest Kaby-Lake chips. The Spectre x2 (2017) weighs 2.48 pounds, putting it among the lighter tablets seen so far. Folded up, the tablet measures 11.57 x 8.15 x 0.52 inches. Compared to the older Elite x2, the new Spectre x2, HP’s latest tablet, feels noticeably lighter, though the thickness remains about the same. The Spectre x2’s keyboard is good. While Microsoft prefers to wrap its Surface keyboards in Alcantara fabric, HP has traditionally used an aluminum layer above a plastic foundation. The aluminum is not structural, as you will still see the slight bowing that characterizes other 2-in-1 keyboards. But the Spectre x2’s version also boasts a full 1.5mm of key travel, providing a comfortable, responsive typing experience. The elongated touchpad also works well. As for hardware, it runs on an Intel Core i7-7560U processor, 8GB of LPDDR3-1600 SDRAM and a 256GB PCIe NVMe M.2 SSD. The HP Spectre x2 12-c052nr also features Intel’s Iris Plus 640 integrated graphics and a 12.3-inch touch display with a 3,000x2,000-pixel resolution behind Corning’s Gorilla Glass 4. This display is a big boost over the first-generation Spectre x2’s 1920x1280 display and even the new Surface Pro’s 2736x1824 display. According to the specifications, it pumps out up to 411 nits, a surprising amount of light for a tablet.
The two cameras include a 13MP rear one for those who like to take photos and videos with their tablets. A 5MP wide-view front-facing camera does a fine job for Skype, and there is an IR camera to supplement the optical camera for Windows Hello. This time around, HP ditched the Wacom stylus, preferring an N-trig pen with just 1,048 pressure levels. HP’s pen is powered by an AAAA battery with about a year’s lifespan. It lacks the digital eraser found on the Surface Pen, though one of the two buttons can be configured to erase digital ink. While last year’s Spectre x2 buried the speakers inside the keyboard, HP has returned to the more conventional front-firing speakers, once again tuned by Bang & Olufsen. They offer a serious punch, but turning off the B&O effects leaves music sounding tinny. Adjusting the bass slider seems to do absolutely nothing. Along the sides of the tablet is a pair of USB-C ports, either of which may be used for charging as well as I/O (USB 3.1 Gen 1, at 5Gbps) to drive a DisplayPort monitor. Even better, HP includes a USB-C to USB-A dongle inside the box. Users will also find a microSD-card slot on the left side of the tablet.
Hands-on article by Jagadisa Rajarathnam
Specifications
Notebook: HP Spectre x2 12-c052nrProcessor: Intel Kaby Lake i7-7560U
Graphics Adapter: Intel Iris Plus Graphics 640
Display: 12.30 inch, 3:2, 3000 x 2000 pixels
Weight: 1.1kg
Price: 1000 euro
Links: HP homepage
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Average Score:
Reviews
Source: Toptenreviews
Archive.org versionThe HP Spectre x2 initially looked a tasty proposition, so it’s disappointing that it misfires in key areas. At first sight, it’s a stunning 2-in-l with blistering short-burst performance, a fantastic screen and a set of forward-firing speakers that will make films sound great.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/13/2017
Rating: Total score: 60%
HP Spectre x2 12-a001na
Specifications
Notebook: HP Spectre x2 12-a001naProcessor: Intel Core m3 6Y30
Graphics Adapter: Intel HD Graphics 515
Display: 12.10 inch, 3:2, 1920 x 1280 pixels
Weight: 1.19kg
Links: HP homepage
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Average Score:
Reviews
Source: Toptenreviews
Archive.org versionThe Spectre x2 is clad with darling looks that distinguish it from the competition. The scrupulous trackpad and pedestrian battery life make the Spectre x2 a chore to use on the go. But it’s definitely an attractive option for those looking for a Surface Pro-alike for less.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 02/07/2018
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 70% performance: 80%
Comment
HP: Founded in 1939, the US company is a major server and printer manufacturer and one of the leading IT companies in the world. Until 2015, the company was called Hewlett-Packard Company. After a split, the computer division was renamed HP Inc.
In 2023, HP had an approximate market share of 22% of global PC sales, making it number 2 after Lenovo.
Non demanding games should be playable with these graphics cards.
Intel HD Graphics 515: Integrated GPU (GT2) with 24 EUs found on Core-m-CPUs of the Skylake generation (4,5 W TDP).
Modern games should be playable with these graphics cards at low settings and resolutions. Casual gamers may be happy with these cards.
Intel Iris Plus Graphics 640: Integrated graphics card (GT3e), which is used for some Kaby Lake CPUs (ULV models, 15 Watts).
» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.
Intel Core m3:
6Y30: Skylake-based ULV dual-core processor for tablets and 2-in-1 notebooks. Offers an integrated HD Graphics 515 GPU and is manufactured in 14 nm.
Intel Kaby Lake:
i5-7260U: Kaby-Lake based ULV-SoC (System on a Chip) for thin notebooks and Ultrabooks. Integrates two CPU cores clocked at 2.2-3.4 GHz as well as an Iris Plus Graphics 640 GPU clocked at 300 - 950 MHz and 64 MB eDRAM. Manufactured in a 14nm process.
i7-7560U: Kaby-Lake based ULV-SoC (System on a Chip) for thin notebooks and Ultrabooks. Integrates two CPU cores clocked at 2.4-3.8 GHz as well as an Iris Plus Graphics 640 GPU clocked at 300 - 1050 MHz and 64 MB eDRAM. Manufactured in a 14nm process.
» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.
12.00:
This range of display format is largely the upper limit for tablets and the lower limit for subnotebooks.
The advantage of subnotebooks is that the entire laptop can be small in size and therefore easily portable. The tiny display has the added advantage of requiring little power, which further improves battery life and thus mobility. The disadvantage is that reading texts is exhausting for the eyes. High resolutions, which one is used to from a standard laptop, are almost not usable.
The same applies to tablets in this size range.
» To find out how fine a display is, see our DPI List.
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78.84%: This rating is not earth-shattering. This rating must actually be seen as average, since there are about as many devices with worse ratings as better ones. A purchase recommendation can only be seen with a lot of goodwill, unless it is about websites that generally rate strictly.
» Further information can be found in our Notebook Purchase Guide.
