HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 vs. Microsoft Surface Book 2

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HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1

Detailed comparison and review of HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 and Microsoft Surface Book 2. 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.

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 vs. Microsoft Surface Book 2 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 Microsoft Surface Book 2
Product Type Ultrabook Tablet - with keyboard dock
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31 cm x 21 cm x 1.57 cm 31.2 cm x 23.2 cm x 2.3 cm
Weight 1.27 kg 1.534 kg
Case Material Aluminum, magnesium alloy Magnesium alloy
Colour - Silver
DISPLAY HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 Microsoft Surface Book 2
Screen Size (Type) 12.5" 13.5"
Touchscreen Yes Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1440 (WQHD) 3000 x 2000
Pixel Density (ppi) - 267
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 3:2
Image Brightness 340 cd/m² -
Features Ultra Slim Design, QHD ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) eDP anti-glare PixelSense
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 Microsoft Surface Book 2
CPU Intel Core M (5th Gen) 5Y71 / 1.2 GHz Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7300U / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.9 GHz 3.5 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache L3 - 4 MB 3 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Platform Technology Intel vPro Platform -
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 -
MEMORY HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 Microsoft Surface Book 2
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed 1600 MHz 1866 MHz
STORAGE HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 Microsoft Surface Book 2
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 SATA 6Gb/s 128 GB SSD PCIe
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 Microsoft Surface Book 2
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 5300 Intel HD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 1280 x 720 Yes - 1080p
Resolution - 8 Megapixel (rear), 5 Megapixel (front)
Camera Features 720p HD movie recording, low light enhancement Autofocus, Windows Hello
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, two microphones
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, DTS Studio Sound Dolby Audio Premium, Dolby Atmos
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 Microsoft Surface Book 2
Wireless Bluetooth 4.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 7265 -
Compliant Standards - IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11g, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11ac, Bluetooth 4.1
BATTERY HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 Microsoft Surface Book 2
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer -
Battery Capacity (Size) 36 Wh -
Battery Life Up to 9 hours Up to 17 hours
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 Microsoft Surface Book 2
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output - 39 Watt
INPUT HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 Microsoft Surface Book 2
Type Keyboard, ForcePad Keyboard, trackpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, touchpad with gesture support, etched-glass touchpad Multi-gesture trackpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 Microsoft Surface Book 2
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.0
HDMI
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN (on supplied cable)
VGA (on supplied cable)
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 (on keyboard dock)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (on keyboard dock)
Headphone output
SurfaceConnect
SurfaceConnect (on keyboard dock)
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) Yes (SDXC UHS-II Card)
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 Microsoft Surface Book 2
Operating System (OS) Windows 8.1 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
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) Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 Microsoft Surface Book 2
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter, keyboard
Cables Included HP Dock to VGA+LAN adapter -
Integrated Options - Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, proximity sensor, magnetometer, gyro sensor
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 -
Theft/Intrusion Protection 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 Studio Mode, View Mode, Tablet Mode, Laptop Mode
Compliant Standards ACPI, WHQL, RoHS, WEEE -
SAR Value - 0.78 W/kg (body)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year
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