HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QE)

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HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1
HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QE)
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QE)

Our Rating: 85 %

In depth comparison and review of HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QE). 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 (7th Gen) (20QE) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QE) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

impressive battery life

fast ssd storage

average graphics performance

no dedicated GPU

limited storage capacity

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QE)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QE) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QE)
Product Type Ultrabook Ultrabook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31 cm x 21 cm x 1.57 cm 32.3 cm x 21.7 cm x 1.495 cm
Weight 1.27 kg 1.09 kg
Case Material Aluminum, magnesium alloy Carbon fibre, magnesium alloy
DISPLAY HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QE)
Screen Size (Type) 12.5" 14"
Touchscreen Yes -
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1440 (WQHD) -
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 -
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QE)
CPU Intel Core M (5th Gen) 5Y71 / 1.2 GHz No CPU
Max Turbo Speed 2.9 GHz -
Number of Cores Dual-Core -
Cache L3 - 4 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes -
Platform Technology Intel vPro Platform -
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 -
MEMORY HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QE)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed 1600 MHz 2133 MHz
Rated Speed - 2133 MHz
STORAGE HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QE)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 SATA 6Gb/s -
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QE)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 5300 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 1280 x 720 -
Camera Features 720p HD movie recording, low light enhancement -
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Four speakers, quad array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3286
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, DTS Studio Sound High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QE)
Wireless Bluetooth 4.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 7265 -
BATTERY HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QE)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 36 Wh 51 Wh
Battery Life Up to 9 hours Up to 18.3 hours
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QE)
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 (7th Gen) (20QE)
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, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QE)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.0
HDMI
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN (on supplied cable)
VGA (on supplied cable)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Dock
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) -
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QE)
Operating System (OS) Windows 8.1 Pro 64-bit Edition - 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) -
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QE)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Cables Included HP Dock to VGA+LAN adapter -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington mini 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, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards ACPI, WHQL, RoHS, WEEE RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
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