Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306 vs HP Spectre x360 15 Comparison

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Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306 vs HP Spectre x360 15 Comparison Overview

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In this review, we will be comparing ProArt PZ13 HT5306 and Spectre x360 15, two laptops from Asus and HP. Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306 was introduced to market in June 2024 and HP Spectre x360 15 was launched in October 2020. As you can see, Spectre x360 15 is 4 years older than ProArt PZ13 HT5306. Let's see if this age difference between two laptops makes a big difference.

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Here is a brief look at the main features of Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306 and HP Spectre x360 15 before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306 Key Specs

Launched in June 2024
13.3" OLED, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Qualcomm Snapdragon X Plus (X1P-64-100)
GPU: Qualcomm Adreno
8GB Ram
297.5 x 202.9 x 0.9 mm (11.71 x 7.99 x 0.4 inches)
Weight: 0.85 kg (1.87 lbs)

HP Spectre x360 15 Key Specs

Launched in October 2020
15.6" IPS LCD, 16:9 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core i7 1165G7
GPU: Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (96EU)
16GB Ram
359.9 x 226.4 x 19.9 mm (14.17 x 8.91 x 0.78 inches)
Weight: 1.92 kg (4.23 lbs)

Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how ProArt PZ13 HT5306 and Spectre x360 15 compares and decide which one is better for you.

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Reasons to choose Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306 over HP Spectre x360 15

Weight	0.85 kg vs 1.92 kg	1.07 kg lighter
Screen-to-Body Ratio	~85% vs ~82.4%	Larger screen area ratio
Side Bezel Thickness	5.5 mm vs 7.3 mm	1.8 mm thinner bezels
Max Brightness	500 nits vs 400 nits	Brighter Screen
CPU Fabrication Process	4 nm vs 10 nm	Newer Generation CPU
GPU Fabrication Process	4 nm vs 10 nm	Newer Generation GPU
GPU FLOPS	3.80 TFLOPS vs 1.69 TFLOPS	Faster RAM TYpe
RAM Type	LPDDR5X vs DDR4	Faster RAM
RAM BUS	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x) vs PCI-E Gen 3.0 (4x)	3D Surround Sound Support
Dolby Atmos Speakers	Yes vs No	Better Sound capture
Number of Microphones	3 vs 2	Higher Resolution Camera
Webcam Resolution	2560 x 1440 vs 1280 x 720	Faster USB-C connection
USB-C Port Type	v4.0 vs v3.2

Reasons to choose HP Spectre x360 15 over Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306

Display Size	15.6 inches vs 13.3 inches	Larger Screen Estate
Screen PPI	282 ppi vs 255 ppi	More pixels per inch
Screen Resolution	3840 x 2160 pixels vs 2880 x 1800 pixels	Higher pixel count screen
Bluetooth	v5 vs v5.4	More advanced Bluetooth connectivity
Thunderbolt	v4 vs No	Support audio, data, power and video all through one single port
HDMI Port	1x HDMI 2.0 vs No	Connect to external monitors directly via HDMI cable
Numeric Pad	Yes vs No	Fast way to input numbers
Key Travel	1.5 mm vs 1.35 mm	Better typing feel

Common Strengths of HP Spectre x360 15 and Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306

Screen Type	Touch Screen vs Touch Screen	Interact with your fingers
HDR Support	Yes, HDR10 vs Yes, HDR10	Watch HDR Clips
Fast Charging Support	Yes vs Yes	Charge the battery in a shorter time
USB Power Delivery	Yes vs Yes	Charging via USB port gives flexibility
RAM Type	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x) vs PCI-E Gen 3.0 (4x)	Fast RAM type
Upgradable Storage	Yes vs Yes	Option to increase the Storage size
SSD Type	NVMe vs NVMe	Faster Data Transfers
VGA Output	No vs No	Connect to External Displays via VGA cable
Built-in SD Card Reader	Yes vs Yes	Read & Write SD Cards
Keyboard Backlight	Yes vs Yes	Easily see the keys under low light

Common Weaknesses of HP Spectre x360 15 and Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306

Upgradable RAM	No vs No	No Option to increase the RAM size

Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306 vs HP Spectre x360 15: Physical Specs Comparison

In this section, we will be comparing the physical specifications and body features of the Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306 and the HP Spectre x360 15.

Physical Specs
Weight	0.85 kg (1.87 lbs)	1.92 kg (4.23 lbs)
Surface Area	604 cm2 (93.6 inches2)	815 cm2 (126.3 inches2)
Screen to Surface Ratio	~85%	~82.4%
Side Bezel Thickness	~5.5 mm	~7.3 mm
Weight per Inch of Screen	0.06 kg/inch	0.12 kg/inch
	0.132 lbs/inch	0.264 lbs/inch
Colors	Black	Black, Blue
Cover Opening Angle	360°	360°

Comparison of the Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306 and the HP Spectre x360 15 External Dimensions

Weight

ProArt PZ13 HT5306 weighs 0.85 kg (1.87 lbs), whereas the Spectre x360 15 weighs 1.92 kg (4.23 lbs). There is a notable difference in weight between these two laptops. However, it's important to consider that comparing their weights directly may not provide a complete picture since they also have different display sizes.

Weight Comparison

Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306

Avg: 13.0-13.9"

HP Spectre x360 15

Avg: 15.0-15.9"

Thickness Comparison

Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306

Avg: 13.0-13.9"

HP Spectre x360 15

Avg: 15.0-15.9"

Another value that we use for comparing the weights of the laptops is the Weight per Inch of Screen, which is calculated by dividing the total weight of the model with its usable diagonal screen size. This value for the Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306 is 0.06 kg/inch.In comparison, this value for the HP Spectre x360 15 is 0.12 kg/inch.Here are some of the best performing laptops in this area:

LG Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023: 0.06 kg/inch
Dell Latitude 7330: 0.07 kg/inch
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2: 0.07 kg/inch
LG Gram 14 2022: 0.07 kg/inch
LG Gram 14 2-in-1 2022: 0.07 kg/inch
LG Gram 15 2022: 0.07 kg/inch
LG Gram 16 2022: 0.07 kg/inch
Samsung Galaxy Book 2 Pro 13.3-inch: 0.07 kg/inch

Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306 vs HP Spectre x360 15: Internals (CPU, GPU, RAM, Battery, SSD, etc.) Comparison

CPU Comparison

CPU Model	Qualcomm Snapdragon X Plus (X1P-64-100)	Intel Core i7 1165G7
Base Frequency	3.4 GHz	1.2-2.8 GHz
Number of Cores	10	4
Number of Threads	10	8
Integrated GPU	Qualcomm Adreno	Iris Xe Graphics G7 96EU
CPU Fabrication Process	4 nm	10 nm

Above you can see the CPU options and the CineBench and GeekBench test scores for both laptops, which gives an idea about what kind of performance difference you may experience between the Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306 and HP Spectre x360 15.

GPU Comparison

GPU Model	undefined	Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (96EU)
Base Clock Frequency	1100 MHz	300 MHz
TGP (Total Graphics Power)		15 W
Type	Integrated	Integrated
FLOPS	3.80 TFLOPS	1.690 TFLOPS
Memory Size	System Shared	System Shared
Memory Type	LPDDR5X	System Shared

GPU is as critical as the CPU for graphic heavy applications and the table above gives a picture of how the two GPU compares. FLOPS is a measure of a GPU's performance based on the number of floating-point arithmetic calculations that the processor can perform within a second. Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306 has a FLOPS value of 3.80 TFLOPS whereas the HP Spectre x360 15 ' has a FLOPS value of 1.69 TFLOPS. If graphical performance of the laptop is important for your use type, the Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306 may be the better choice between these two setups.

RAM Comparison

RAM	8GB 16GB	16GB
Memory Bus	2x4 GB	2x8 GB
RAM Clock	8448 MHz	2666 MHz
RAM Type	LPDDR5X	DDR4
Upgradable	No	No
Memory Bus	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)	PCI-E Gen 3.0 (4x)

The Spectre x360 15 provides a larger RAM capacity of 16 GB, which allows for smoother multitasking and improved performance in memory-demanding tasks compared to the ProArt PZ13 HT5306's RAM capacity of 8 GB.

In addition to RAM capacity, the type of RAM can significantly impact performance, with newer RAM types often offering higher speeds compared to others. Therefore, selecting RAM types with the latest DDR number can be a suitable choice based on your requirements.

BATTERY

BATTERY	70 Wh	72.9 Wh
Battery Type	Li-Ion	Li-Po
Replaceable	No	No
Fast Charging	No	No
USB Power Delivery	Yes	Yes
Charging Port Position	Left	Left
Charge Power	65 W	90 / 135 W

On the other hand, the Spectre x360 15 features a higher battery capacity of 73 Wh, delivering longer usage time compared to the ProArt PZ13 HT5306's 70 Wh.

Battery Comparison

Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306

Avg: 13.0-13.9"

HP Spectre x360 15

Avg: 15.0-15.9"

STORAGE
The Spectre x360 15 offers a larger max storage capacity of 2 TB, providing more room for storing files and data compared to the ProArt PZ13 HT5306's storage capacity of 1 TB.

Storage Options	512 GB, 1 TB	256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB
Upgradable	Yes	Yes
Total Slots	1	1
Storage type	SSD (M2)	SSD (M2)
NVMe	Yes	Yes

If your budget allows, we recommend opting for the largest possible disk size, considering the potential increase in storage capacity needs in the future. However, please keep in mind the question 'What will the laptop be used for?' when making this decision. Of course, you can later upgrade the hard disk capacity by getting a larger disk. However, if your laptop has only one disk slot, it may not be as straightforward as a RAM upgrade, where you simply add or replace a module, as moving or cloning files to a new disk may be necessary.

Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306 vs HP Spectre x360 15: Display Comparison

The display is an essential aspect to consider when comparing the Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306 and HP Spectre x360 15 since its is the component that you interact the most and significantly impact the experience.

Screen Area and Dimensions

Now let's look at the comparison of the actual display areas of both laptops below, keeping the bezels around the screens out of the equation. ProArt PZ13 HT5306 has a display size of 13.3".On the other hand, Spectre x360 15 has a larger15.6" display.The total usable screen area of the ProArt PZ13 HT5306 is 513cm² / 80inch² whereas the Spectre x360 15's total usable screen area is 670cm² / 104inch².

PPI (Pixels per Inch)
Additionally, the Spectre x360 15 features a higher pixel density with 282 pixels per inch (PPI), ensuring sharper image details.

Screen PPI (Pixels Per Inch) Comparison

Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306

Avg: 13.0-13.9"

HP Spectre x360 15

Avg: 15.0-15.9"

Refresh Rate
Both ProArt PZ13 HT5306 and Spectre x360 15 offer the same refresh rate of 60 Hz.

Brightness
The ProArt PZ13 HT5306 offers a higher maximum brightness of 500 nits, delivering a brighter screen.

Brightness Comparison

Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306

Avg: 13.0-13.9"

HP Spectre x360 15

Avg: 15.0-15.9"

Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306 vs HP Spectre x360 15 Connectivity Comparison

In terms of connectivity,

Wifi
ProArt PZ13 HT5306 features a more advanced Wi-Fi standard v7, providing faster and more reliable wireless connections compared to Spectre x360 15 (v6).

Below, you'll find a Wi-Fi Versions Table, along with their release dates and speeds, to provide a brief overview of its development.

Wi-Fi Versions and Speeds

Standard	Speed	Release Date	Network	Frequency Bands (GHz)
Wi-Fi 7	up to 40 Gbps (5 GB/s)	2023	802.11be	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6E	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2020	802.11ax	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2019	802.11ax	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 5	up to 6.93 Gbps (866.25 MB/s)	2014	802.11ac	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 4	up to 600 Mbps (75 MB/s)	2009	802.11n	2.4, 5

* Please note that the provided transfer rates are maximum theoretical values, and real-life performance may vary based on environmental factors.

USB
Spectre x360 15 is equipped with 1x USB 3.2 USB-A ports. ProArt PZ13 HT5306 does not have USB-A ports.
Both ProArt PZ13 HT5306 and Spectre x360 15 have USB Type-C ports. ProArt PZ13 HT5306 has 2x USB 4.0 USB Type-C ports, while Spectre x360 15 has 2x USB 3.2 USB Type-C ports.

Below, you'll find a table of USB ports, along with their release dates and speeds.
To mitigate the confusion caused by generation names, the USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF) suggests using marketing names like USB 5Gbps, USB 10Gbps, and so forth, based on their respective transfer rates.

USB Type and Speeds

USB Type	Version	Speed	Date	Other Features/Explanations
USB4	Gen 4 (2.0)	80 Gbps	2022	Also known as USB 80Gbps
USB4	Gen 3×2	40 Gbps	2019	Also known as USB 40Gbps
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2x2	20 Gbps	2019	Double the data transfer rates of Gen 2
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.1
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.0
USB 3.1	3.1 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2013	Faster data transfer rates
USB 3.0	3.1 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2010	SuperSpeed USB, improved data transfer rates
USB 2.0	2.0	480 Mbps	2000	High-speed data transfer
USB 1.0	1.0	1.5 Mbps	1996	Original USB standard

Thunderbolt
Spectre x360 15 is equipped with Thunderbolt 4 port. ProArt PZ13 HT5306 does not have Thunderbolt port.

HDMI
Spectre x360 15 features an HDMI port (1x HDMI 2.0) for connecting to external monitors. ProArt PZ13 HT5306 does not have an HDMI port.

Below, you'll find a comparison table detailing different HDMI versions, including their bandwidth, color depth, maximum resolution, and release dates. This information can be helpful in understanding the capabilities of each HDMI version and choosing the most suitable one for your needs.

HDMI Comparison Table

HDMI Version	Maximum Resolution	Bandwidth (Gbps)	Color Depth (bits)	Release Date
HDMI 2.1-2.1b	7680 x 4320 *(8K)* @ 60p 3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 120p	48.0	48	2017
HDMI 2.0-2.0b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 60p	18.0	48	2013
HDMI 1.4-1.4b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 30p	10.2	48	2009
HDMI 1.3-1.3a	2560 x 1440 @ 60p	10.2	48	2006
HDMI 1.0-1.2a	1920 x 1200 @ 60p	4.95	24	2002

* Please note that the provided resolution values represent the maximum supported resolution, and actual display quality may depend on other factors such as source content and connected devices.

SD Card Reader
Both ProArt PZ13 HT5306 and Spectre x360 15 come with an SD Card Reader for easy access to memory cards.

Audio Jack
Both ProArt PZ13 HT5306 and Spectre x360 15 are equipped with a 3.5mm Audio Jack, providing seamless connection to headphones and speakers.

To summarize the connectivity and ports details, please refer to the table below to see them listed.

Connectivity and Ports
WiFi Standard (latest: v7)	v7	v6
Bluetooth (latest: v5.4)	v5.4	v5
USB-A (latest: 3.2)	No	1x USB 3.2
USB Type-C (latest: USB4 2.0)	2x USB 4.0	2x USB 3.2
Thunderbolt (latest: 4)	No	Thunderbolt 4
HDMI (latest: 2.1)	No	1x HDMI 2.0
Display Port (latest: v2.0)	No	No
VGA	No	No
Fingerprint Sensor	No	Optional
Optical Drive	No	No
Audio Jack 3.5mm	Yes	Yes
Ethernet RJ45	No	No
SD CardReader	Yes	Yes
Proprietary Charging Port	No	Yes