HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G4 Notebook) vs. HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G7 Notebook)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G4 Notebook)
HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G4 Notebook)

Our Rating: 85 %

HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G7 Notebook)
HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G7 Notebook)

Our Rating: 85 %

In depth comparison and review of HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G4 Notebook) and HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G7 Notebook). 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.

HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G4 Notebook) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G4 Notebook) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile convertible design

sharp, bright display

solid build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

good battery life

higher price point

limited port variety

moderate storage options

no dedicated GPU

HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G7 Notebook) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G7 Notebook) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

impressive 360-degree hinge

responsive touchscreen display

strong build quality

excellent battery life

compact and lightweight

high price point

limited port variety

no dedicated GPU

average storage capacity

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G4 Notebook) and HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G7 Notebook)
81 % - Design
83 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G4 Notebook) vs. HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G7 Notebook) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G4 Notebook) HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G7 Notebook)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.58 cm x 20.5 cm x 1.58 cm 31.93 cm x 20.26 cm x 1.66 cm
Weight 1.27 kg 1.32 kg
Case Material - Aluminum
DISPLAY HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G4 Notebook) HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G7 Notebook)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 14"
Touchscreen Yes Yes
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness 1000 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC -
Privacy Technology HP SureView Gen3 -
Features Ultra Slim Design, Direct Bonding technology, Full HD ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) BrightView, Corning Gorilla glass 5, 72% NTSC colour gamut -
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G4 Notebook) HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G7 Notebook)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8365U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10210U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache L3 - 6 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Platform Technology Intel vPro Platform -
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Thermal Velocity Boost
MEMORY HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G4 Notebook) HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G7 Notebook)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM LPDDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed 2133 MHz 2933 MHz
Rated Speed 2133 MHz 2933 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 204-pin -
STORAGE HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G4 Notebook) HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G7 Notebook)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe), HP Value -
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G4 Notebook) HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G7 Notebook)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Camera Yes - Full HD -
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello -
Video Resolutions 1080p -
Sound Four speakers, 3 multi-array microphone -
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio, 4 discrete amplifiers -
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G4 Notebook) HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G7 Notebook)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax -
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 -
Compliant Standards Wi-Fi CERTIFIED -
Features Miracast, dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO -
WWAN
Generation 4G -
Technology DC-HSPA+, LTE Advanced -
Controller Intel XMM 7360 - M.2 Card -
Max Transfer Rate 450 Mbps -
BATTERY HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G4 Notebook) HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G7 Notebook)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer -
Battery Capacity (Size) 56.2 Wh -
Battery Life Up to 18 hours -
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G4 Notebook) HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G7 Notebook)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 65 Watt -
INPUT HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G4 Notebook) HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G7 Notebook)
Type Keyboard, digital pen, ClickPad -
Keyboard Name HP Premium Collaboration Keyboard -
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, gesture function, precision touchpad, glass clickpad -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G4 Notebook) HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G7 Notebook)
Slots 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) -
Interfaces 2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt)
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (charging)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 (charging)
HDMI
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt, DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G4 Notebook) HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G7 Notebook)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition No operating system
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G4 Notebook) HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G7 Notebook)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter -
Integrated Options Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, magnetometer, gyro sensor, hall sensor -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) and firmware (TPM 2.0), fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) and firmware (TPM 2.0)
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately), padlock loop Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Automatic DriveLock, HP DriveLock, HP Fast Charge, MU-MIMO technology, HP Fingerprint Sensor, HP Sure Click, HP BIOSphere Gen 5, HP Client Security Gen 5, HP Sure Start Gen 5, HP Sure Run Gen 2, HP Sure Recover Gen 2, HP Secure Erase Power-on password, HP DuraKeys, Setup Password, Power On Authentication, HP Fast Charge, Pre-boot Authentication, Master Boot Record Security, BIOS Update via Network, MIL-STD-810H tested
Navigation Receiver GPS/GLONASS -
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, A-Tick, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, CIT, low halogen, ICCP CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, A-Tick, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, CIT, ICCP
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C 0 °C
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - parts and labour - 3 years - on-site -
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