Verdict
Head-to-head · Best 2-in-1 Convertible Laptops

HP OmniBook X Flip 16 vs Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro 360

Which is the better buy? Side-by-side on rating, price, strengths, and watch-outs — with the published ratings we averaged to get there.

The short answer

Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro 360 comes out ahead by a narrow margin (4.2 vs 4.5). The gap is mostly about Buyers who want a large 16-inch AMOLED convertible with marathon battery life and an included pen, especially Samsung Galaxy phone owners. — read the strengths below before deciding.

HP OmniBook X Flip 16
Ranked #5 in Best 2-in-1 Convertible Laptops
HP OmniBook X Flip 16
$1,699as of Jun 7

The HP OmniBook X Flip 16 is the value champion of this group: a 16-inch 3K OLED convertible with luxury-feel touches that starts around $999, far less than the big-screen Samsung. Notebookcheck rated it 87% and IT Pro called it an absolute bargain. The catch is a few missteps, inconsistent performance and quirky design choices, but for buyers who want a large, gorgeous OLED 2-in-1 without the premium price, it delivers.

Strengths
  • Big 16-inch 3K OLED, 120Hz, 100% DCI-P3 for the price
  • Aggressive value, OLED configs start around $999
  • Solid build quality with luxury-feel features at a midrange cost
Watch-outs
  • Inconsistent performance; underutilizes its silicon
  • Some odd design choices like decorative grilles
  • Keyboard prioritizes aesthetics over feel
Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro 360
Higher ratedRanked #3 in Best 2-in-1 Convertible Laptops
Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro 360
$2,000as of Jun 8

The Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro 360 is the big-screen convertible to beat: a 16-inch 3K AMOLED at 120Hz, a sturdy 360-degree hinge, an included S Pen, and battery life PCWorld measured at nearly 23.5 hours. TechRadar called it a fantastic convertible. It is the priciest pick here and most rewarding for Samsung phone owners, but the display and endurance are best-in-class for a large 2-in-1.

Strengths
  • Gorgeous 16-inch 3K AMOLED touchscreen at 120Hz
  • Outstanding battery life, nearly 23.5 hours in PCWorld testing
  • Included S Pen, not sold separately
Watch-outs
  • Highest price here at $1,699 with only one US configuration
  • Large 16-inch size is less portable than 14-inch rivals
  • Integrated graphics limit demanding creative and gaming work

How they stack up

HP OmniBook X Flip 16

The HP OmniBook X Flip 16 is the value pick of this group, offering a 16-inch 3K OLED similar in size to the Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro 360 for several hundred dollars less. Reviewers note it undercuts the Lenovo Yoga 7i while matching or beating its OLED. It does not match the build polish or battery life of the premium Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1, HP OmniBook Ultra Flip 14 or Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro 360, but it is the cheapest way into a big OLED convertible here.

Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro 360

The Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro 360 is the largest convertible here, with a 16-inch AMOLED that dwarfs the 14-inch Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 and HP OmniBook Ultra Flip 14, and it matches the Yoga 9i's class-leading battery life. It is pricier than every other pick, including the similarly 16-inch HP OmniBook X Flip 16, and its included S Pen mirrors the Yoga 9i's bundled stylus while the cheaper Lenovo Yoga 7i offers a smaller, less premium experience.

Specs side-by-side

SpecHP OmniBook X Flip 16Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro 360
CPUAMD Ryzen AI 7 350 / Intel Core Ultra 7 258VIntel Core Ultra 7 256V
RAM16GB LPDDR5X16GB LPDDR5X
Storage1TB SSD1TB SSD
Display16-inch 3K OLED, 120Hz, 100% DCI-P316-inch 3K AMOLED, 120Hz
Brightness~407 nits
Weight4.17 lbs3.73 lbs
PortsUSB-C, USB-A, HDMI
Starting Price$899-999 (OLED)
Battery23.5 hrs (PCWorld video)
StylusS Pen included
ExtrasCopilot+ PC, Wi-Fi 7
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