HP Elite x2 (1013 G3) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XX)

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HP Elite x2 (1013 G3)
HP Elite x2 (1013 G3)
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XX)
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XX)

Our Rating: 85 %

Detailed comparison and review of HP Elite x2 (1013 G3) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XX). 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.

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XX) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XX) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

impressive battery life

fast ssd storage

high price point

average graphics performance

no HDMI port

limited color options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP Elite x2 (1013 G3) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XX)
86 % - Design
86 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP Elite x2 (1013 G3) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XX) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP Elite x2 (1013 G3) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XX)
Product Type Tablet - with detachable keyboard Ultrabook
Dimensions (WxDxH) - 31.5 cm x 22.16 cm x 1.49 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) - tablet 30 cm x 23.15 cm x 0.79 cm -
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details 30 cm x 23.15 cm x 1.33 cm / 1.17 kg - tablet with keyboard
30 cm x 23.15 cm x 0.79 cm / 820 g - tablet
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Weight 820 g 1.133 kg
Case Material - Carbon fibre, magnesium alloy
Colour - Black weave
DISPLAY HP Elite x2 (1013 G3) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XX)
Screen Size (Type) 13" - IPS 14" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (multi-touch) -
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 3000 x 2000 (3K2K) 3840 x 2400 (WQUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 16:10
Image Brightness 450 cd/m² 500 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% DCI-P3
Features Corning Gorilla glass 4, Low Power Ultra Slim bent Glossy, Low Blue Light technology, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR HP Elite x2 (1013 G3) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XX)
CPU Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8130U / 2.2 GHz Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1145G7 / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.4 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 4 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Integrated memory controller
MEMORY HP Elite x2 (1013 G3) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XX)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz 4266 MHz
Rated Speed 2133 MHz 4266 MHz
STORAGE HP Elite x2 (1013 G3) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XX)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Toshiba
AUDIO & VIDEO HP Elite x2 (1013 G3) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XX)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) Shared Video Memory (UMA)
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - VGA Yes - 720p
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello IR camera, fixed focus, ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound Stereo speakers, 3 multi-array microphone Four speakers, quad array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Noise-cancellation technology, Bang & Olufsen Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS HP Elite x2 (1013 G3) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XX)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED -
Features Intel Wireless Display (WiDi), dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY HP Elite x2 (1013 G3) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XX)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer 4-cell lithium polymer
Installed Qty 1 -
Battery Capacity (Size) 50 Wh 57 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10.5 hours Up to 26 hours
AC ADAPTER HP Elite x2 (1013 G3) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XX)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT HP Elite x2 (1013 G3) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XX)
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Name HP Premium Collaboration Keyboard -
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Volume control, touchpad with gesture support, gesture function Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP Elite x2 (1013 G3) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XX)
Interfaces 2 x USB-C 3.1 (supports Thunderbolt)
USB-C 3.1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN (on supplied adapter)
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) -
SOFTWARE HP Elite x2 (1013 G3) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XX)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
Software Included HP Recovery Manager, HP Support Assistant, HP ePrint, HP Hotkey Support, HP Systems Software Manager (free download), HP Velocity, HP BIOS Configuration Utility (free download), HP Client Catalog, HP JumpStart, HP Workwise, HP Noise Cancellation, HP JetAdvantage, HP PhoneWise, HP Manageability & Integration Kit Gen2, Ivanti Management Suite -
MISCELLANEOUS HP Elite x2 (1013 G3) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XX)
Included Accessories Keyboard, USB-C power adapter, WACOM AES pen USB-C power adapter, Lenovo USB-C to Ethernet Adapter
Integrated Options Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, proximity sensor, magnetometer, gyro sensor, hall sensor -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, HP Fingerprint Sensor, Secure Erase, HP Sure Start Gen 4, HP Sure Run, HP Sure Recover, HP Wireless Wakeup, HP Sure Click Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password
Compliant Standards Low halogen RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
TCO Certified - TCO Certified Notebooks 8
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - parts and labour - 3 years -
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