HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 vs. HP Elite x2 (G4)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1
HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1
HP Elite x2 (G4)
HP Elite x2 (G4)

Our Rating: 75 %

Detailed comparison and review of HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 and HP Elite x2 (G4). 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.

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

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 and HP Elite x2 (G4)
86 % - Design
86 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 vs. HP Elite x2 (G4) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 HP Elite x2 (G4)
Product Type Ultrabook Tablet - with detachable keyboard
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31 cm x 21 cm x 1.57 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
Weight 1.27 kg 830 g
Case Material Aluminum, magnesium alloy -
DISPLAY HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 HP Elite x2 (G4)
Screen Size (Type) 12.5" 12.3" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes Yes
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight WLED backlight
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1440 (WQHD) 1920 x 1280 (WUXGA+)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness 340 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 72% NTSC
Features Ultra Slim Design, QHD ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) eDP anti-glare BrightView, Ultra Slim Design, Panel Self Refresh (PSR), Corning Gorilla glass 5
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 HP Elite x2 (G4)
CPU Intel Core M (5th Gen) 5Y71 / 1.2 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8365U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.9 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache L3 - 4 MB L3 - 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Platform Technology Intel vPro Platform Intel vPro Platform
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Intel Turbo Boost Technology
MEMORY HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 HP Elite x2 (G4)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (2 x 4 GB (soldered))
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed 1600 MHz 2133 MHz
Rated Speed - 2133 MHz
STORAGE HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 HP Elite x2 (G4)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 SATA 6Gb/s 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe), triple-level cell (TLC), HP Value
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 HP Elite x2 (G4)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 5300 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 1280 x 720 Yes - Full HD (front), Full HD (rear)
Resolution - 8 Megapixel (rear)
Camera Features 720p HD movie recording, low light enhancement Privacy shutter, IR camera
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, 3 multi-array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, DTS Studio Sound -
Audio Features - Bang & Olufsen Audio
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 HP Elite x2 (G4)
Wireless Bluetooth 4.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 7265 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 EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 HP Elite x2 (G4)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer 2-cell lithium polymer
Installed Qty - 1
Battery Capacity (Size) 36 Wh 47 Wh
Battery Life Up to 9 hours Up to 14.25 hours
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 HP Elite x2 (G4)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 HP Elite x2 (G4)
Type Keyboard, ForcePad Digital pen, detachable keyboard, ClickPad
Keyboard Name - HP Collaboration Travel Keyboard
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, touchpad with gesture support, etched-glass touchpad Multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, precision touchpad, glass clickpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 HP Elite x2 (G4)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.0
HDMI
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN (on supplied cable)
VGA (on supplied cable)
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)
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) -
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 HP Elite x2 (G4)
Operating System (OS) Windows 8.1 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - Dutch / English
Software Included Cyberlink PowerDVD, Adobe Flash Player, HP SoftPaq Download Manager, HP Support Assistant, Bing Toolbar, HP ePrint, HP Hotkey Support, CyberLink YouCam BE, CyberLink PowerDVD BD Edition, Foxit PhantomPDF Express, Intel Wireless Display, HP Systems Software Manager (free download), HP PageLift, HP UEFI System Diagnostics, HP Wireless Hotspot, Getting Started guide with Windows 8, HP BIOS Configuration Utility (free download), HP Drive Packs (free download), Intel My WiFi, HP Client Catalogue (free download), HP Client Security Manager, Lync Optimized, HP CIK for Microsoft SCCM (free download) 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 EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 HP Elite x2 (G4)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter Keyboard, HP 65 Watt nPFC USB-C AC Adapter, WACOM AES 2.0 pen with App Launch
Cables Included HP Dock to VGA+LAN adapter -
Integrated Options - Kickstand, accelerometer, ambient light sensor, digital compass, magnetometer, gyro sensor, hall sensor
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) and firmware (TPM 2.0), fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Noise reduction, fanless, HP 3D DriveGuard, HP DuraKeys, HP BIOS Protection, HP SureStart, HP Drive Encryption, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, Master Record Security, Power On Authentication, Pre-Boot Security, Intel My WiFi Technology, 2 x USB 3.0 charging port 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
Compliant Standards ACPI, WHQL, RoHS, WEEE CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, A-Tick, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, CIT, ICCP, RED
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
Other projects: