Microsoft Surface Pro 2 vs HP Spectre 13 x2 :What's your choice?

Microsoft Surface Pro 2                                                                                                                                                                                                                 The Surface Pro 2's display may not have received an upgrade, but then it didn't need one. It's still a fine IPS panel that helps bring Windows 8.1's colorful and vibrant nature to life. The tablet itself is easier to use thanks to improved keyboard covers - even the Touch Cover 2 will prove more than adequate for most this time around.The Microsoft Surface Pro 2 is a faster, longer-battery-life version of the original model, upgraded with a current-gen Haswell processor. The keyboard cover is also improved with backlit keys, and is among the best tablet accessories ever devised.The Surface Pro 2 is a very tough product to judge, which is what makes it interesting. The good news is Microsoft has sorted out the most serious issue with the first version: the battery life. At around eight hours, the Surface Pro 2 mixes it with the Ultrabooks like the Samsung Ativ Book 9 Plus and Sony VAIO Pro 13, even if it still falls a little short of 'tablet class' battery life.

But, The Surface Pro 2 remains stubbornly thick and heavy compared with some sleeker competitors. The base 64GB version may leave you starved for storage, and the keyboard cover, practically required, should be included instead of sold separately.

The bottom line: Microsoft's subtly updated Windows 8.1 tablet feels more like Surface Pro 1.5 -- improved battery life and better accessories make it a worthwhile (albeit pricey) laptop replacement, but it's still not an iPad-level category killer.                                                                                                                 Specifications

Display type10.6 nm

RAM4 GB

ProcessorIntel 4th Gen Core i5

Dimensions (WxDxH)10.8 in x 0.53 in x 6.8 in

Weight2 lbs                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   Price     $899                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       VS                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      .                       HP Spectre 13 x2                                                                                                                                                                                                                            The HP Spectre 13 x2 converts into a large 13-inch tablet with a full 1080p display. The system is reasonably priced, and has a decent selection of ports on the keyboard base.The Spectre 13 x2 a first-gen experiment that could be truly great with a few moderate tweaks. As it stands, this is a very good 13-inch tablet that also transforms into an awkward laptop.The Spectre 13 x2 as a slim, attractive ultrabook.Take a 13-inch laptop from HP's high-end Spectre line and give it the hybrid treatment,a high-res 1,920x1,080 screen and faster 802.11ac Wi-Fi, for a total of $1,189,allowing the screen to pop off at the touch of a button to become a larger-than-average tablet. In practice, it's a mixed bag, offering flexibility beyond other hybrids, but also held back by some awkward design decisions.

But, The combined hybrid body is awkwardly top-heavy, and the touch pad isn't sensitive enough for easy all-day use.

The bottom line: A rare larger-screen hybrid, the HP Spectre x2 aims to be both a portable laptop and a video-friendly slate. The price is right, but the design feels awkward and the wonky touch pad makes it hard to use as a full-time laptop.                                                                                                                                              Specifications

ProcessorIntel 4th gen Core i5 i5-4202Y / 1.6 GHz

RAM installed size4 GB

Hard Drive128 GB

Operating SystemMicrosoft Windows 8.1

Display Type13.3 in

Max Resolution1366 x 768                                                                                                                               Price     $1,189