HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen)

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HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1
HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1

In depth comparison and review of HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Review

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

robust carbon-fiber construction

excellent keyboard feel

lightweight and portable

high-resolution display

good battery life

higher price point

no touch screen option

limited storage capacity

average graphics performance

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Difference between HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen)
82 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen)
Product Type Ultrabook Ultrabook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31 cm x 21 cm x 1.57 cm 33.1 cm x 22.65 cm x 1.772 cm
Weight 1.27 kg 1.34 kg
Case Material Aluminum, magnesium alloy Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, carbon fibre reinforced plastic, magnesium-aluminum alloy
DISPLAY HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen)
Screen Size (Type) 12.5" 14"
Touchscreen Yes -
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1440 (WQHD) 1600 x 900 (HD+)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 340 cd/m² -
Features Ultra Slim Design, QHD ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) eDP anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen)
CPU Intel Core M (5th Gen) 5Y71 / 1.2 GHz Intel Core i7 (4th Gen) 4600U / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.9 GHz 3.3 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache L3 - 4 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Platform Technology Intel vPro Platform -
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM DDR3L SDRAM
Speed 1600 MHz 1600 MHz / PC3L-12800
Rated Speed - 1600 MHz
STORAGE HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 SATA 6Gb/s 120 GB SSD
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 5300 Intel HD Graphics 4400
Camera Yes - 1280 x 720 Yes - 720p
Camera Features 720p HD movie recording, low light enhancement Face tracking, gesture input support
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3232
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, DTS Studio Sound High Definition Audio, Dolby Home Theater v4
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen)
Wireless Bluetooth 4.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Bluetooth, Wi-Fi
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 7265 -
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
WWAN
Generation - WWAN upgradable
BATTERY HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 36 Wh -
Battery Life Up to 9 hours -
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
INPUT HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen)
Type Keyboard, ForcePad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, touchpad with gesture support, etched-glass touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, adaptive keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.0
HDMI
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN (on supplied cable)
VGA (on supplied cable)
USB 3.0
Mini DisplayPort
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
OneLink connector
USB 3.0 (Always On)
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) -
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen)
Operating System (OS) Windows 8.1 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR))
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) -
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2nd Gen)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Cables Included HP Dock to VGA+LAN adapter -
Integrated Options - Ambient light sensor
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington 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 Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, reset switch, 1 USB 3.0 (Always On), voice input support, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards ACPI, WHQL, RoHS, WEEE ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, ISO 27001
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return
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