HP Elite x2 (G4) vs. ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412FA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
HP Elite x2 (G4)
HP Elite x2 (G4)

Our Rating: 75 %

Side by side comparison and review of HP Elite x2 (G4) and ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412FA). 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.

HP Elite x2 (G4) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP Elite x2 (G4) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high-resolution touchscreen

versatile detachable design

solid build quality

effective security features

thunderbolt 3 support

expensive base model

average battery life

limited port selection

no dedicated GPU

ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412FA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412FA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

compact lightweight design

affordable price point

fast SSD storage

decent processor performance

full HD display

average battery life

limited graphics capability

no backlit keyboard

fewer connectivity options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP Elite x2 (G4) and ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412FA)
86 % - Design
86 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP Elite x2 (G4) vs. ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412FA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP Elite x2 (G4) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412FA)
Product Type Tablet - with detachable keyboard Ultrabook
Dimensions (WxDxH) - 32.2 cm x 21.2 cm x 1.99 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) - tablet 28.93 cm x 21.58 cm x 0.88 cm -
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details 28.93 cm x 22.19 cm x 1.42 cm / 1.17 kg - tablet with keyboard
28.93 cm x 21.58 cm x 0.88 cm / 830 g - tablet
370 g - keyboard dock
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Weight 830 g 1.5 kg
Colour - Transparent silver
DISPLAY HP Elite x2 (G4) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412FA)
Screen Size (Type) 12.3" - IPS 14"
Touchscreen Yes -
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1280 (WUXGA+) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features BrightView, Ultra Slim Design, Panel Self Refresh (PSR), Corning Gorilla glass 5 ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, NanoEdge display
PROCESSOR HP Elite x2 (G4) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412FA)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8365U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8145U / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 3.9 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache L3 - 6 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Platform Technology Intel vPro Platform -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY HP Elite x2 (G4) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412FA)
RAM 8 GB (2 x 4 GB (soldered)) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 12 GB
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz -
Rated Speed 2133 MHz -
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE HP Elite x2 (G4) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412FA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe), triple-level cell (TLC), HP Value 128 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP Elite x2 (G4) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412FA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - Full HD (front), Full HD (rear) Yes - 720p
Resolution 8 Megapixel (rear) -
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera -
Sound Stereo speakers, 3 multi-array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS HP Elite x2 (G4) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412FA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 -
Bluetooth Class Class 2 -
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED -
Features Miracast, dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO -
BATTERY HP Elite x2 (G4) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412FA)
Technology 2-cell lithium polymer 2-cell Lithium Ion
Installed Qty 1 -
Battery Capacity (Size) 47 Wh 37 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14.25 hours -
AC ADAPTER HP Elite x2 (G4) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412FA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT HP Elite x2 (G4) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412FA)
Type Digital pen, detachable keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Name HP Collaboration Travel Keyboard -
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, precision touchpad, glass clickpad -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP Elite x2 (G4) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412FA)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB-C 3.1 (supports Thunderbolt)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE HP Elite x2 (G4) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412FA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - Dutch / English Windows 10 Home in S mode
Software Included HP Support Assistant, HP Hotkey Support, Windows Defender, HP Secure Erase, HP Client Catalog, HP BIOS Config Utility, HP Image Assistant, HP JumpStart, HP Noise Cancellation, HP System Software Manager, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Manageability & Integration Kit Gen3 (free download), HP BIOSphere Gen5, HP Cloud Recovery, HP Native Miracast Support -
MISCELLANEOUS HP Elite x2 (G4) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412FA)
Included Accessories Keyboard, HP 65 Watt nPFC USB-C AC Adapter, WACOM AES 2.0 pen with App Launch Power adapter
Integrated Options Kickstand, accelerometer, ambient light sensor, digital compass, magnetometer, gyro sensor, hall sensor -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) and firmware (TPM 2.0), fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
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 Power-on password, Intel Active Management Technology (iAMT), Setup Password, BIOS Absolute Persistence, Power On Authentication, HP Fast Charge, Pre-boot Authentication, Master Boot Record Security, Secure Erase, BIOS Update via Network, OS Corporate-Ready optimisation System password, ASUS Battery Health charging technology
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, A-Tick, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, CIT, ICCP, RED UL, BSMI, CB, CCC, FCC
SAR Value - 0.306 W/kg (body), 0.306 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - parts and labour - 3 years -
Model Number - EK867T
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