In depth comparison and review of HP Pro x2 (612 G2) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG). 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.
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | HP Pro x2 (612 G2) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG) |
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| Product Type | Tablet - no keyboard | Ultrabook |
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| Dimensions (WxDxH) | - | 32.35 cm x 21.71 cm x 1.595 cm |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) - tablet | 30 cm x 21.93 cm x 0.91 cm | - |
| Weight | 850 g | 1.13 kg |
| Case Material | - | Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, magnesium alloy, carbon fibre reinforced plastic, polyphenylene sulfide |
| Colour | - | Black |
| DISPLAY | HP Pro x2 (612 G2) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG) |
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| Screen Size (Type) | 12" | 14" - IPS |
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| LCD Backlight Technology | - | LED backlight |
| Screen Resolution | - | 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) |
| Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
| Image Aspect Ratio | - | 16:9 |
| Image Brightness | - | 300 cd/m² |
| Colour Gamut | - | 72% |
| Features | - | Anti-glare |
| PROCESSOR | HP Pro x2 (612 G2) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG) |
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| CPU | Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7Y57 / 1.2 GHz | Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7300U / 2.6 GHz |
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| Max Turbo Speed | 3.3 GHz | 3.5 GHz |
| Number of Cores | Dual-Core | Dual-Core |
| Cache | 4 MB | 3 MB |
| 64-bit Computing | Yes | Yes |
| Features | Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 | Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache |
| MEMORY | HP Pro x2 (612 G2) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG) |
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| RAM | 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) | 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) |
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| RAM Type | LPDDR3 SDRAM | LPDDR3 SDRAM |
| Speed | 1866 MHz | 1866 MHz |
| Rated Speed | 1866 MHz | 2133 MHz |
| STORAGE | HP Pro x2 (612 G2) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG) |
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| Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | - | 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung |
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| AUDIO & VIDEO | HP Pro x2 (612 G2) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG) |
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| Graphics Processor (GPU) | Intel HD Graphics 615 | Intel HD Graphics 620 |
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| Memory Allocation Technology | Shared Video Memory (UMA) | - |
| Camera | - | Yes - 720p |
| Camera Features | - | ThinkShutter camera privacy |
| Sound | Stereo speakers | Stereo speakers, dual array microphone |
| Codec | - | Realtek ALC3286 |
| Compliant Standards | - | High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium |
| COMMUNICATIONS | HP Pro x2 (612 G2) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG) |
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| Wireless | - | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 |
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| Wireless Controller | - | Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card |
| Network Interface | - | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Features | - | Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter |
| WWAN |
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| Generation | WWAN upgradable | 4G |
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| Technology | - | LTE Advanced |
| Controller | - | FIBOCOM L850-GL - M.2 Card |
| BATTERY | HP Pro x2 (612 G2) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG) |
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| Technology | - | 3-cell Lithium Ion |
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| Battery Capacity (Size) | - | 57 Wh |
| Battery Life | - | Up to 19.3 hours |
| AC ADAPTER | HP Pro x2 (612 G2) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG) |
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| Input | - | AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) |
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| Output | - | 45 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V |
| INPUT | HP Pro x2 (612 G2) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG) |
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| Type | - | Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav |
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| Keyboard Backlight | - | Yes |
| Features | - | Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad |
| CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | HP Pro x2 (612 G2) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG) |
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| Slots | 1 x Micro-SIM card (1 free) | 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) |
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| Interfaces | USB-C 3.1 (docking and charging) USB 3.0 Headphone/microphone combo jack |
USB 3.1 Gen 1 USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On) 2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3) HDMI Headphone/microphone combo jack Lenovo Ethernet extension connector Dock |
| Memory Card Reader | Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) | Yes (microSDXC UHS-II) |
| SOFTWARE | HP Pro x2 (612 G2) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG) |
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| Operating System (OS) | No operating system | Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition |
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| MISCELLANEOUS | HP Pro x2 (612 G2) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KG) |
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| Dockable | - | Yes |
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| Included Accessories | - | USB-C power adapter |
| Security | Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, smart card reader | Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader |
| Security Slot Type | Kensington nano security slot | Kensington mini 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, MIL-STD-810G tested |
| Compliant Standards | Common Criteria EAL4+, low halogen | RoHS |
| SAR Value | - | 1.514 W/kg (body), 1.514 W/kg (limb) |
| ENERGY STAR Certified | - | Yes |