Are there any alternatives?

The HP Spectre x360 13 is a desirable choice for someone who likes 16:9 (those people do exist) and a smaller chassis, and it too can be purchased with Tiger Lake and an OLED display. It’s a bit less expensive, and while we haven’t tested the Tiger Lake versions, we suspect they’re good performers.

　　The Dell XPS 13 9310 is a great alternative if you don’t want a 2-in-1. It’s also incredibly well-built and attractive, has a great keyboard, and performs well. You won’t get quite as high-quality a display with the XPS 13, nor is performance quite as good, but in terms of an overall cohesive design, Dell’s offering can’t be beaten. You’ll spend a little more money as you move up the configuration ladder.

　　Finally, you could consider MacBook Air M1, which sports Apple Silicon’s M1 CPU that completely alters the ARM versus Intel landscape. It’s fast, lasts forever on a charge, and is built the Apple way. And it’s a less expensive laptop to boot.

　　

How long will it last?

The Spectre x360 14 is built well and should provide years of reliable service. It’s also fully up to date in its components, including being at the vanguard of the move away from 16:9 aspect ratios. There’s only a one-year warranty, which is industry standard and disappointing, as usual.

　　

Should you buy it?

Yes. The Spectre x360 14 is the best Spectre you can buy, and the best convertible notebook on the market by a fair margin.