Here is our unboxing and first impressions of the HP Spectre x2 2-in-1

 

 

 

Here is our first impressions so far:
Pros:

1. Nice 1080p 12-inch IPS Display (Bigger display than Surface 3 and slightly smaller than SP4)
2. Includes backlit Keyboard Cover (Unlike Surface Line)
3. Keyboard is backlit, has additional speakers and is solid aluminum construction, good key travel
4. Surprisingly nice, large and responsive trackpad
5. Excellent build quality especially for the price
6. Nice aluminum u-shaped kickstand for infinite adjustable angles
7. Two USB Type-C ports and can charge with either port.
8. Verizon LTE
9. Inexpensive compared to Surface line ($599 on sale at BB)
10. Wacom pen capable
11. Decent SSD performance and Core M processor when compared to Atom x5 Cherry Trail

Cons:

1. Poor Battery Life (5-6 hours at most)
2. B&O Speakers are not that special and not that loud
3. A bit on heavy side
4. Pen not included in package (additional $59.00 accessory)
5. Screen doesn’t get that bright
6. Kickstand ejection button hard to engage
7. No HDMI out; must use USB Type-C port

Stay tuned for review coming very soon…