Conclusion: We like it

The HP Envy 14 Spectre may be a little heavier — and more expensive — than most ultrabooks. But it's got one of the best displays out there. If you find 13-inch ultrabooks just a bit too small, and don't mind a little extra weight, the Spectre is worth putting at the top of your list.

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    9.7
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    8.4
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8.0
Engadget Mar 14, 2012

On its own, the Envy 14 Spectre is a nice laptop. And we mean that in the most superficial way: this is one of the loveliest, most memorable machines we've tested recently, and its 1600 x 900 display is unparalleled.

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CNET Mar 13, 2012

Its design is funky without being impractical, and it doesn't become a prisoner to its novelty. It is, however, expensive, without offering higher-end components to help justify the cost.

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Laptop Magazine Mar 14, 2012

The HP Envy 14 Spectre is a highly functional work of art, fusing stunning good looks with strong performance, a fast boot time, good audio and satisfying battery life. However, the design feels a little heavy...,and the $1,399 price is $100 more than the 13-inch MacBook Air.

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PC Mag Mar 13, 2012

The HP Folio 13 retains our Editors' Choice because it's a better value, but if you can afford its price premium, the Envy 14 Spectre will give you a larger, higher-resolution display, an excellent keyboard, and a handful of genuine niceties or little touches, all in a gorgeous glass wrapper.

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SlashGear Mar 13, 2012

But if you like the looks of the Envy 14 Spectre, want a laptop that’s compact, flexible and has one of the best screens out there, and you’re willing to put down at least $1400 to get it...Spend your money, and you shall not be disappointed.

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