HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G6 Notebook) vs. HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G7 Notebook)

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HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G6 Notebook)
HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G6 Notebook)

Our Rating: 85 %

HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G7 Notebook)
HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G7 Notebook)

Our Rating: 85 %

In depth comparison and review of HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G6 Notebook) and HP EliteBook x360 (1030 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 (1040 G6 Notebook) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G6 Notebook) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

excellent build quality

sharp, vibrant display

strong security features

responsive touch screen

fast charging support

higher price point

limited port variety

moderate graphics performance

noisy under load

HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G7 Notebook) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G7 Notebook) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

premium build quality

vivid display colors

360-degree hinge versatility

strong security features

fast charging support

high price point

limited port selection

moderate storage capacity

average graphics performance

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Difference between HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G6 Notebook) and HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G7 Notebook)
87 % - Design
84 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G6 Notebook) vs. HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G7 Notebook) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G6 Notebook) HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G7 Notebook)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.14 cm x 21.5 cm x 1.69 cm 30.37 cm x 19.39 cm x 1.61 cm
Weight 1.35 kg 1.21 kg
Case Material Aluminum -
DISPLAY HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G6 Notebook) HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G7 Notebook)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 13.3"
Touchscreen Yes -
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) -
Widescreen Yes -
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness 700 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC -
Privacy Technology HP SureView -
Features Direct Bonding technology, privacy filter, Panel Self Refresh (PSR), Full HD eDP anti-glare, Corning Gorilla glass 5, 72% NTSC colour gamut -
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G6 Notebook) HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G7 Notebook)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz No CPU
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz -
Number of Cores Quad-Core -
Cache 6 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache -
MEMORY HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G6 Notebook) HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G7 Notebook)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 0 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC -
Speed 2400 MHz -
Rated Speed 2666 MHz -
STORAGE HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G6 Notebook) HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G7 Notebook)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe), triple-level cell (TLC) -
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G6 Notebook) HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G7 Notebook)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 No graphics
Camera Yes - HD -
Camera Features IR camera -
Sound Four speakers, 3 multi-array microphone Four speakers, 2 user-facing multi array microphones and two world-facing microphones
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio, 4 discrete amplifiers Premium Stereo Speakers
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G6 Notebook) HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G7 Notebook)
Wireless NFC, Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax -
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2) -
Bluetooth Class Class 2 -
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11d, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED, IEEE 802.11h, IEEE 802.11e, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11k, IEEE 802.11ac, IEEE 802.11r, IEEE 802.11v, IEEE 802.11ax -
Features Miracast -
BATTERY HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G6 Notebook) HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G7 Notebook)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer -
Battery Capacity (Size) 56.2 Wh -
Battery Life Up to 16 hours -
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G6 Notebook) HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G7 Notebook)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V -
INPUT HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G6 Notebook) HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G7 Notebook)
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard
Keyboard Name HP Premium Collaboration Keyboard -
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Volume control, spill-resistant, gesture function, precision touchpad, glass clickpad -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G6 Notebook) HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G7 Notebook)
Slots - 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free)
Interfaces 2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt)
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (charging)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.1 (supports Thunderbolt)
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 (charging)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G6 Notebook) HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G7 Notebook)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English -
Software Included HP Support Assistant, HP Hotkey Support, Windows Defender, HP Secure Erase, HP Drive Packs (free download), HP Client Catalog, HP BIOS Config Utility, HP Image Assistant, HP JumpStart, HP Noise Cancellation, HP System Software Manager, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Manageability Integration Kit Gen3, HP BIOSphere Gen5, HP Client Security Suite Gen5, HP Cloud Recovery -
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G6 Notebook) HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G7 Notebook)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter -
Integrated Options Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, magnetometer, gyro sensor, hall sensor -
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, 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) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Power-on password, HP DuraKeys, Setup Password, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, Power On Authentication, Pre-boot Authentication, MU-MIMO technology, Master Boot Record Security, BIOS Update via Network -
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, A-Tick, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, CIT, low halogen, ICCP Common Criteria EAL4+, low halogen
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - parts and labour - 3 years -
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