HP Elite x2 (1012 G2) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (4th Gen)

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HP Elite x2 (1012 G2)

Detailed comparison and review of HP Elite x2 (1012 G2) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (4th Gen). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP Elite x2 (1012 G2) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (4th Gen) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP Elite x2 (1012 G2) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (4th Gen)
Product Type Tablet - no keyboard Ultrabook
Dimensions (WxDxH) - 33.3 cm x 22.9 cm x 1.645 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) - tablet 30 cm x 21.385 cm x 0.805 cm -
Weight 803 g 1.17 kg
Case Material - Magnesium alloy, carbon fibre reinforced plastic
DISPLAY HP Elite x2 (1012 G2) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (4th Gen)
Screen Size (Type) 12.3" 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology - LED backlight
Screen Resolution - 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness - 300 cd/m²
Features - Anti-glare
PROCESSOR HP Elite x2 (1012 G2) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (4th Gen)
CPU Intel Core i3 (7th Gen) 7100U / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i5 (6th Gen) 6200U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 2.8 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 3 MB 3 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features - Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY HP Elite x2 (1012 G2) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (4th Gen)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed 1866 MHz 1866 MHz
Rated Speed 1866 MHz 1866 MHz
STORAGE HP Elite x2 (1012 G2) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (4th Gen)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) - 256 GB SSD
AUDIO & VIDEO HP Elite x2 (1012 G2) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (4th Gen)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 620 Intel HD Graphics 520
Camera - Yes - 720p
Sound Stereo speakers Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - CX11852
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio
Audio Features Noise-cancellation technology, Bang & Olufsen Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS HP Elite x2 (1012 G2) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (4th Gen)
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY HP Elite x2 (1012 G2) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (4th Gen)
Technology - 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) - 52 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 11 hours
AC ADAPTER HP Elite x2 (1012 G2) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (4th Gen)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
INPUT HP Elite x2 (1012 G2) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (4th Gen)
Type - Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP Elite x2 (1012 G2) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (4th Gen)
Interfaces USB-C 3.1 (supports Thunderbolt 3)
USB 3.0
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
2 x USB 3.0
Mini DisplayPort
HDMI
OneLink+ connector
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.0 (Always On)
LAN (on supplied adapter)
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) Yes (microSDXC UHS-II)
SOFTWARE HP Elite x2 (1012 G2) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (4th Gen)
Operating System (OS) No operating system Windows 10 Pro (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR))
MISCELLANEOUS HP Elite x2 (1012 G2) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (4th Gen)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories - Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features HP DuraKeys, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, Power On Authentication, HP Fast Charge, Pre-boot Authentication, HP Sure Start Gen 3, Master Boot Record Security Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, reset switch, ThinkEngine, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards - ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, GREENGUARD, ISO 27001
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return
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