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

HP Spectre x360 14 vs Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1

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

HP Spectre x360 14 and Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 score essentially the same (4.7 vs 4.7). Pick the one whose trade-offs match your priorities — the strengths and watch-outs below are where they actually differ.

Ranked #2 in Best 2-in-1 Convertible Laptops

HP Spectre x360 14

4.7

$1,349

The Spectre x360 14 is the included-accessories pick. HP ships the stylus and sleeve in the box — saving $100+ vs the Lenovo Yoga 9i. Distinctive gem-cut chassis design. Best for buyers who don't want to source accessories separately.

Strengths

— 14" 2.8K OLED — same display class as the Yoga 9i
— Gem-cut all-metal chassis — distinctive aesthetic
— Stylus + leather sleeve included in box

Watch-outs

— Slightly thicker hinge than the Yoga 9i
— Webcam shutter takes up bezel space
— HP's enterprise software preload is heavier than Lenovo's

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Ranked #1 in Best 2-in-1 Convertible Laptops

Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1

4.7

$1,399

The Yoga 9i is the best-overall 2-in-1 pick. OLED + soundbar hinge + Core Ultra in a premium metal chassis — the spec that anchors this category. Best for design-conscious users who want one laptop that does everything well.

Strengths

— 14" 2.8K 120Hz OLED touchscreen — best display in this round-up
— Soundbar hinge with Dolby Atmos speakers — strongest laptop audio in this lineup
— All-metal CNC chassis at 3 lbs — premium build for a convertible

Watch-outs

— $1399 is the most expensive pick — only the HP Spectre x360 14 is close
— Battery (10-12 hours) trails non-OLED ultrabooks
— Stylus sold separately ($60)

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How they stack up

HP Spectre x360 14

Stylus and sleeve included (Yoga 9i doesn't). Gem-cut design. Comparable display to Yoga 9i. More software preload to clean up.

Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1

Best display and audio in lineup. Most premium build. Comparable price to HP Spectre x360 14. More features than Lenovo Yoga 7 or HP Pavilion x360.

Specs side-by-side

Spec	HP Spectre x360 14	Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1
CPU	Intel Core Ultra 7	Intel Core Ultra 7
Display	14" 2.8K OLED	14" 2.8K 120Hz OLED
Audio	Bang & Olufsen quad	—
Stylus	Included	—
Weight	3.2 lbs	3 lbs
RAM	—	16GB
Storage	—	1TB

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