HP Elite x2 (1012 G2) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)

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HP Elite x2 (1012 G2)
HP Elite x2 (1012 G2)

Side by side comparison and review of HP Elite x2 (1012 G2) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile detachable design

lightweight and portable

robust build quality

good battery life

bright IPS display

limited storage options

higher price point

moderate performance

no dedicated GPU

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP Elite x2 (1012 G2) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
83 % - Design
85 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP Elite x2 (1012 G2) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP Elite x2 (1012 G2) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Product Type Tablet - no keyboard Tablet - with detachable keyboard
Dimensions (WxDxH) - tablet 30 cm x 21.385 cm x 0.805 cm 29.15 cm x 20.95 cm x 0.845 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details - 29.15 cm x 20.95 cm x 0.845 cm / 770 g - tablet
29.15 cm x 20.95 cm x 1.415 cm / 1.07 kg - tablet with keyboard
Weight 803 g 770 g
Case Material - Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, magnesium alloy
Colour - Black
DISPLAY HP Elite x2 (1012 G2) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Screen Size (Type) 12.3" 12" - IPS
Touchscreen - Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology - LED backlight
Screen Resolution - 2160 x 1440 (Full HD Plus)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 3:2
Image Brightness - 360 cd/m²
Features - Glossy, Corning Gorilla glass, WideView, anti-fingerprint, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR HP Elite x2 (1012 G2) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
CPU Intel Core i3 (7th Gen) 7100U / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7Y57 / 1.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 3.3 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 3 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features - Enhanced SpeedStep technology, Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Virtualization Technology, Intel Trusted Execution Technology, Enhanced Halt State (C1E), Intel Flex Memory Access, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d), Intel Smart Cache, Idle States, Intel VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT), Intel Identity Protection Technology, Intel Secure Key, Intel TSX-NI, Intel Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP), Intel Smart Response Technology, Intel Software Guard Extensions (SGX)
MEMORY HP Elite x2 (1012 G2) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd 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 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) - 256 GB SSD M.2
AUDIO & VIDEO HP Elite x2 (1012 G2) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 620 Intel HD Graphics 615
Camera - Yes
Resolution - 8 Megapixel (rear), 2 Megapixel (front)
Camera Features - Rear camera with auto focus, rear camera with flash
Video Resolutions - 1080p
Sound Stereo speakers Stereo speakers, two microphones
Codec - Realtek ALC3268
Audio Features Noise-cancellation technology, Bang & Olufsen Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS HP Elite x2 (1012 G2) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Wireless - 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller - Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card
AC ADAPTER HP Elite x2 (1012 G2) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Output - 45 Watt
INPUT HP Elite x2 (1012 G2) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Type - Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Volume control, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP Elite x2 (1012 G2) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Slots - 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free)
1 x Micro-SIM card (1 free)
Interfaces USB-C 3.1 (supports Thunderbolt 3)
USB 3.0
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC)
SOFTWARE HP Elite x2 (1012 G2) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Operating System (OS) No operating system Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS HP Elite x2 (1012 G2) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (2nd Gen)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories - Power adapter, keyboard
Integrated Options - Ambient light sensor, 3-axis gyro sensor, 3-axis accelerometer, 3-axis compass
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) 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 Intel Clear Video technology, Execute Disable Bit
Compliant Standards - ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, ISO 27001, GDPR
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) -
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