HP Stream 14" HP Stream Rose Gold
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon 14" 21KC00A8US Black 2024
What Buyers Say
HP Stream 14" HP Stream Rose Gold
The HP Stream 14 HD laptop receives mixed feedback. Many users praise its affordability, lightweight design, and adequate performance for basic tasks like browsing and email. However, several verified buyers report severe lag, slow operation, and even complete failure after one day, raising concerns about reliability.
Pros
- Affordable price
- Lightweight design
- Good for basic tasks
- Fast startup
- Long battery life
Cons
- Severe lag and slowness
- Failed after one day
- Limited storage
- Not for gaming or heavy programs
- Slow setup
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon 14" 21KC00A8US Black 2024
The ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 is widely praised for its lightweight design, solid build, and excellent keyboard, making it a favorite among professionals and frequent travelers. Many users highlight its fast performance and good battery life, though some report hardware issues like touchpad failures, power-on problems, and occasional sluggishness. Customer service experiences are mixed, with a few citing poor support for defects. Overall, it is seen as a reliable, premium ultrabook with minor drawbacks in screen resolution and heat management.
Pros
- Lightweight design
- Excellent keyboard
- Fast performance
- Good battery life
- Solid build quality
Cons
- Touchpad issues
- Power-on problems
- Customer service difficulties
- Screen resolution could be better
- Runs warm under load
Scores
Specifications
| HP Stream 14" HP Stream | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon 14" 21KC00A8US | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Intel Celeron | Intel Core Ultra 7 155U★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 1 | 12★ |
| Frequency | 1.3 GHz | 1.7 GHz★ |
| L3 Cache | — | 12 MB★ |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | Intel UHD Graphics | Intel Graphics★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | integrated | integrated |
| VRAM Type | Shared | — |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 16 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | — | LPDDR5X★ |
| Storage 1 | 128 GB | 512 GB★ |
| Storage 1 Type | eMMC | NVMe SSD★ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 14" | 14" |
| Resolution | — | 1920 px★ |
| Panel | — | IPS★ |
| Refresh Rate | — | 60 Hz★ |
| Brightness | — | 400 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | — | 100 percent |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 1 | 2★ |
| USB Ports | 2 | 2 |
| Thunderbolt | — | Thunderbolt 4 |
| HDMI | HDMI | HDMI 2.1 |
| Wi-Fi | — | Wi-Fi 6E★ |
| Bluetooth | — | Bluetooth 5.3★ |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 2.27 kg | 1.07 kg★ |
| Battery | — | 57 Wh★ |
| OS | Windows 11 S | Windows 11 Pro |
Pros & Cons
HP Stream 14" HP Stream Rose Gold
- Below average cpu (1st percentile)1st %ile
- Below average ram (2nd percentile)2nd %ile
- Below average storage (5th percentile)5th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (16th percentile)16th %ile
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon 14" 21KC00A8US Black 2024
- Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong portability (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong reliability (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong port selection (79th percentile)
Pricing
HP Stream 14" HP Stream Rose Gold
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon 14" 21KC00A8US Black 2024
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 71 overall, wins 8 of 8 usage categories and 20 of 28 specs.
