HP
HP Spectre x360 14 · 32GB
Core Ultra 7 · 32GB · 2024
86
/ 100
From $1,749
VS
Apple
MacBook Air 13 M2 · 32GB
M2 · 32GB · 2022
86
/ 100
From $1,299
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, HP Spectre x360 14 · 32GB lands at 86 and MacBook Air 13 M2 · 32GB at 86. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick HP Spectre x360 14 · 32GB if…
- ✓Current-gen silicon
- ✓Competitive spec-for-dollar
- ✓Manufacturer warranty
Pick MacBook Air 13 M2 · 32GB if…
- ✓Current-gen silicon
- ✓Competitive spec-for-dollar
- ✓Manufacturer warranty
HP Spectre x360 14 · 32GB 86
vs 86 MacBook Air 13 M2 · 32GB
Score breakdown
HP Spectre x360 14 · 32GB
86 cpu 86
gpu 81
display 86
battery 76
portability 89
MacBook Air 13 M2 · 32GB
86 cpu 86
gpu 81
display 86
battery 76
portability 89
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | HP Spectre x360 14 · 32GB | MacBook Air 13 M2 · 32GB |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | ▲ Core Ultra 7 | M2 |
| RAM | 32GB | 32GB |
| Release year | 2024 | 2022 |
HP Spectre x360 14 · 32GB
Pros
- +Current-gen silicon
- +Competitive spec-for-dollar
- +Manufacturer warranty
Cons
- −Battery varies by config
- −Some SKUs heavy
- −RAM often soldered
MacBook Air 13 M2 · 32GB
Pros
- +Current-gen silicon
- +Competitive spec-for-dollar
- +Manufacturer warranty
Cons
- −Battery varies by config
- −Some SKUs heavy
- −RAM often soldered
FAQ: HP Spectre x360 14 · 32GB vs MacBook Air 13 M2 · 32GB
Which is better, HP Spectre x360 14 · 32GB or MacBook Air 13 M2 · 32GB? +
Both score 86 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is HP Spectre x360 14 · 32GB worth the price? +
At $1,749, HP Spectre x360 14 · 32GB delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in portability.
Is MacBook Air 13 M2 · 32GB worth the price? +
At $1,299, MacBook Air 13 M2 · 32GB delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in portability.
Does HP Spectre x360 14 · 32GB or MacBook Air 13 M2 · 32GB last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.