HP Pro x2 (612 G2) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
HP Pro x2 (612 G2)
HP Pro x2 (612 G2)

In depth comparison and review of HP Pro x2 (612 G2) and Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (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.

Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile detachable design

responsive touchscreen display

solid build quality

decent battery life

improved keyboard layout

heavier than competitors

limited storage options

mediocre performance

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP Pro x2 (612 G2) and Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP Pro x2 (612 G2) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP Pro x2 (612 G2) Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen)
Product Type Tablet - no keyboard Ultrabook - with keyboard dock
Dimensions (WxDxH) - 30.11 cm x 19.25 cm x 0.96 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) - tablet 30 cm x 21.93 cm x 0.91 cm -
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details - 900 g - keyboard dock
Weight 850 g 822 g
Case Material - Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS
Colour - Graphite black
DISPLAY HP Pro x2 (612 G2) Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen)
Screen Size (Type) 12" 11.6" - IPS
Touchscreen - Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology - LED backlight
Screen Resolution - 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness - 370 cd/m²
Features - VibrantView, glossy, Corning Gorilla glass, WideView, One Glass Solution
PROCESSOR HP Pro x2 (612 G2) Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen)
CPU Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7Y57 / 1.2 GHz Intel Core M 5Y71 / 1.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.3 GHz 2.9 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 4 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY HP Pro x2 (612 G2) Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed 1866 MHz -
Rated Speed 1866 MHz -
STORAGE HP Pro x2 (612 G2) Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) - 128 GB SSD
AUDIO & VIDEO HP Pro x2 (612 G2) Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 615 Intel HD Graphics 5300
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Camera - Yes
Resolution - 5 Megapixel (rear), 2 Megapixel (front)
Video Resolutions - 1080p
Sound Stereo speakers Stereo speakers, three microphones
Codec - ALC286-VC
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio
COMMUNICATIONS HP Pro x2 (612 G2) Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen)
Wireless - Bluetooth 4.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Network Interface - Ethernet
WWAN
Generation WWAN upgradable -
BATTERY HP Pro x2 (612 G2) Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen)
Technology - Lithium Ion
Installed Qty - 2
AC ADAPTER HP Pro x2 (612 G2) Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 36 Watt
INPUT HP Pro x2 (612 G2) Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen)
Type - Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, TrackPoint, digital pen
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP Pro x2 (612 G2) Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen)
Slots 1 x Micro-SIM card (1 free) -
Interfaces USB-C 3.1 (docking and charging)
USB 3.0
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.0 (Always On)
Micro-HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
USB 3.0 (on keyboard dock)
Mini DisplayPort (on keyboard dock)
LAN (on supplied cable)
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC)
SOFTWARE HP Pro x2 (612 G2) Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen)
Operating System (OS) No operating system Windows 10 Home
MISCELLANEOUS HP Pro x2 (612 G2) Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (2nd Gen)
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories - Power adapter, USB to Ethernet adapter
Integrated Options - Ambient light sensor, 3-axis gyro sensor, 3-axis magnetometer, 3-axis accelerometer, 3-axis compass, 3-axis inclinometer
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, smart card reader Fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features HP DuraKeys, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, Power On Authentication, Pre-boot Authentication, HP Sure Start Gen 3, Master Boot Record Security Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, volume control, lock display rotation function
Compliant Standards Common Criteria EAL4+, low halogen ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, GREENGUARD, ISO 27001
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return
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