HP Spectre x360 14 (2025) vs ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025): Which Laptop Should You Buy?
Quick Verdict
The ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) scores 8.4 versus 8.0 for the HP Spectre x360 14 (2025), making it the stronger all-rounder. The ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) is the cheaper option at $1,499. Choose based on the use cases below: the Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) leads overall, while the Spectre x360 14 (2025) can still be the better pick for specific needs.
Key Differences
- Faster overall: HP Spectre x360 14 (2025) (Geekbench multi 11,800 vs 11,200).
- Longer battery: ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) (15.6h vs 11h web).
- Lighter: ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) (1.2 kg vs 1.44 kg).
- Cheaper: ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) (saves about $300 CAD).
Spectre x360 14 (2025) vs Zenbook 14 OLED (2025): Full Breakdown
Performance: the HP Spectre x360 14 (2025) is the stronger performer, posting a multi-core Geekbench score of 11,800 against 11,200 for the ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) — roughly 5% faster in CPU-heavy work like exports and compiling. In our 1080p gaming suite, the ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) averaged 32 FPS versus 26 FPS. The HP Spectre x360 14 (2025) is the better pick if you game or edit video.
Battery and portability: the ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) lasts longer away from a charger, running 15.6 hours in our web-browsing test versus 11 hours. The ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) is also easier to carry at 1.2 kg versus 1.44 kg, which matters if you commute or travel.
Display: the HP Spectre x360 14 (2025) uses a 14-inch OLED panel (2880 x 1800, 120Hz), while the ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) has a 14-inch OLED panel (2880 x 1800, 120Hz). The HP Spectre x360 14 (2025) measured brighter at 402 nits, and covered 98% of DCI-P3 — relevant for outdoor use and colour work.
Price and value: the ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) is the cheaper option in Canada, about $300 less than the HP Spectre x360 14 (2025). Weighed against our test scores (8.0 vs 8.4 overall), the ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) offers the better value for the money, while the ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) is the stronger laptop outright if budget is not the deciding factor.
For the complete testing data, read our full HP Spectre x360 14 (2025) review and ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) review.
Where these laptops rank
Both the Spectre x360 14 (2025) and the Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) feature in these BestLaptop.ca rankings:
Winner by Use Case
Specs & Scores Comparison
| Spec | Spectre x360 14 (2025) | Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 8.0 | 8.4 ✓ |
| Price (CAD) | $1,799 | $1,499 ✓ |
| CPU | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | Intel Core Ultra 7 258V |
| GPU | Intel Arc (integrated) | Intel Arc 140V (integrated) |
| RAM | 16GB LPDDR5x | 16GB LPDDR5x |
| Storage | 1000GB | 1000GB |
| Display | 14" OLED | 14" OLED |
| Brightness | 402 nits ✓ | 396 nits |
| Battery (web) | 11 h | 15.6 h ✓ |
| Weight | 1.44 kg | 1.2 kg ✓ |
| Geekbench multi | 11,800 ✓ | 11,200 |
| Gaming (1080p) | 26 fps | 32 fps ✓ |
| OS | Windows 11 | Windows 11 |
| Warranty | 1-year limited | 1-year limited |
Which Should You Buy?
The ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) scores 8.4 versus 8.0 for the HP Spectre x360 14 (2025), making it the stronger all-rounder. The ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) is the cheaper option at $1,499. Choose based on the use cases below: the Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) leads overall, while the Spectre x360 14 (2025) can still be the better pick for specific needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I buy the Spectre x360 14 (2025) or the Zenbook 14 OLED (2025)?
The ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) scores 8.4 versus 8.0 for the HP Spectre x360 14 (2025), making it the stronger all-rounder. The ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) is the cheaper option at $1,499. Choose based on the use cases below: the Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) leads overall, while the Spectre x360 14 (2025) can still be the better pick for specific needs.
Which is better for school?
The ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) is the better choice for school.
Which is better for business?
The HP Spectre x360 14 (2025) is the better choice for business.
Which is better for gaming?
The ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) is the better choice for gaming.
Which is better for multimedia?
The HP Spectre x360 14 (2025) is the better choice for multimedia.
Which is better for programming?
The ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) is the better choice for programming.
Which is better for travel?
The ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) is the better choice for travel.
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