In depth comparison and review of HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G4 Notebook) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (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.
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
Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (2nd Gen) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.
robust build quality
flexible 2-in-1 design
excellent keyboard
impressive OLED display
reliable performance
higher price point
average battery life
limited port selection
no dedicated GPU
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G4 Notebook) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (2nd Gen) | 
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| Product Type | Notebook - flip design | Notebook - flip design | 
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| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 30.58 cm x 20.5 cm x 1.58 cm | 33.3 cm x 22.9 cm x 1.74 cm | 
| Weight | 1.27 kg | 1.42 kg | 
| Case Material | - | Magnesium alloy, carbon fibre reinforced plastic, polyphenylene sulfide | 
| Colour | - | Black | 
| DISPLAY | HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G4 Notebook) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (2nd Gen) | 
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| Screen Size (Type) | 13.3" - IPS | 14" - IPS | 
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| Touchscreen | Yes | Yes (10-point multi-touch) | 
| LCD Backlight Technology | WLED backlight | LED backlight | 
| Screen Resolution | 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) | 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) | 
| Widescreen | Yes | Yes | 
| Image Aspect Ratio | - | 16:9 | 
| Image Brightness | 1000 cd/m² | 300 cd/m² | 
| Colour Gamut | 72% NTSC | 72% | 
| 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 | Glossy, anti-reflective, anti-smudge, narrow edge | 
| PROCESSOR | HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G4 Notebook) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (2nd Gen) | 
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| CPU | Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8365U / 1.6 GHz | Intel Core i7 (7th Gen) 7600U / 2.8 GHz | 
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| Max Turbo Speed | 4.1 GHz | 3.9 GHz | 
| Number of Cores | Quad-Core | Dual-Core | 
| Cache | L3 - 6 MB | 4 MB | 
| 64-bit Computing | Yes | - | 
| Platform Technology | Intel vPro Platform | - | 
| Features | Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache | Integrated memory controller | 
| MEMORY | HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G4 Notebook) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (2nd Gen) | 
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| RAM | 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) | 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) | 
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| RAM Type | LPDDR3 SDRAM | LPDDR3 SDRAM | 
| Speed | 2133 MHz | - | 
| Rated Speed | 2133 MHz | - | 
| Form Factor | SO-DIMM 204-pin | - | 
| STORAGE | HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G4 Notebook) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (2nd Gen) | 
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| Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe), HP Value | 512 GB SSD | 
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| AUDIO & VIDEO | HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G4 Notebook) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (2nd Gen) | 
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| Graphics Processor (GPU) | Intel UHD Graphics 620 | Intel HD Graphics 620 | 
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| Memory Allocation Technology | Shared Video Memory (UMA) | - | 
| Camera | Yes - Full HD | Yes - 720p | 
| Camera Features | IR camera, Windows Hello | - | 
| Video Resolutions | 1080p | - | 
| Sound | Four speakers, 3 multi-array microphone | Stereo speakers, dual array microphone | 
| Codec | - | CX11771 | 
| Compliant Standards | - | High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium | 
| Audio Features | Bang & Olufsen Audio, 4 discrete amplifiers | - | 
| COMMUNICATIONS | HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G4 Notebook) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (2nd Gen) | 
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| Wireless | Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 | 
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| Wireless Controller | Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 | Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card | 
| Network Interface | - | Gigabit Ethernet | 
| Compliant Standards | Wi-Fi CERTIFIED | - | 
| Features | Miracast, dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO | - | 
| WWAN | 
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| Generation | 4G | - | 
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| Technology | DC-HSPA+, LTE Advanced | - | 
| Controller | Intel XMM 7360 - M.2 Card | - | 
| Max Transfer Rate | 450 Mbps | - | 
| BATTERY | HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G4 Notebook) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (2nd Gen) | 
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| Technology | 4-cell lithium polymer | 4-cell Lithium Ion | 
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| Battery Capacity (Size) | 56.2 Wh | 56 Wh | 
| Battery Life | Up to 18 hours | Up to 15.5 hours | 
| AC ADAPTER | HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G4 Notebook) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (2nd Gen) | 
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| Input | AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) | AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) | 
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| Output | 65 Watt | 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A | 
| INPUT | HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G4 Notebook) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (2nd Gen) | 
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| Type | Keyboard, digital pen, ClickPad | Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav | 
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| Keyboard Name | HP Premium Collaboration Keyboard | - | 
| Keyboard Backlight | Yes | Yes | 
| Features | Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, gesture function, precision touchpad, glass clickpad | Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Wave Keyboard | 
| CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G4 Notebook) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (2nd Gen) | 
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| Slots | 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) | - | 
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| Interfaces | 2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt)  USB 3.1 Gen 1 (charging) Headphone/microphone combo jack HDMI  | 
							2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0  USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0 (Always On) HDMI Lenovo Ethernet extension connector 2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3) (Power Delivery/data/video) Headphone/microphone combo jack LAN (on supplied cable)  | 
					
| Memory Card Reader | - | Yes (microSD, microSDXC UHS-II) | 
| SOFTWARE | HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G4 Notebook) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (2nd Gen) | 
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| Operating System (OS) | Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition | Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) | 
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| MISCELLANEOUS | HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G4 Notebook) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (2nd Gen) | 
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| Included Accessories | USB-C power adapter | Power adapter | 
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| Integrated Options | Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, magnetometer, gyro sensor, hall sensor | Ambient light sensor, 3-axis gyro sensor, 3-axis magnetometer, 3-axis accelerometer, 3-axis compass | 
| Security | Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) and firmware (TPM 2.0), fingerprint reader | - | 
| Security Slot Type | Kensington nano security slot | Kensington 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 | Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G 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 | RoHS | 
| ENERGY STAR Certified | Yes | Yes | 
| 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 - on-site | Limited warranty - 2 years |