Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ vs. HP Elite x2 (1012 G2)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
HP Elite x2 (1012 G2)
HP Elite x2 (1012 G2)

Side by side comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ and HP Elite x2 (1012 G2). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile form factor

sharp pixelSense display

improved battery life

robust build quality

lightweight design

limited port selection

comparatively expensive

moderate base storage

no dedicated GPU

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ and HP Elite x2 (1012 G2)
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ vs. HP Elite x2 (1012 G2) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ HP Elite x2 (1012 G2)
Product Type Tablet - no keyboard Tablet - no keyboard
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.2 cm x 20.1 cm x 0.85 cm -
Dimensions (WxDxH) - tablet - 30 cm x 21.385 cm x 0.805 cm
Weight 796 g 803 g
Colour Platinum -
DISPLAY Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ HP Elite x2 (1012 G2)
Screen Size (Type) 12.3" 12.3"
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
Screen Resolution 2736 x 1824 -
Pixel Density (ppi) 267 -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 -
Features PixelSense -
PROCESSOR Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ HP Elite x2 (1012 G2)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 Intel Core i3 (7th Gen) 7100U / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz -
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 8 MB 3 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
MEMORY Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ HP Elite x2 (1012 G2)
RAM 8 GB 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed - 1866 MHz
Rated Speed - 1866 MHz
STORAGE Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ HP Elite x2 (1012 G2)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD -
AUDIO & VIDEO Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ HP Elite x2 (1012 G2)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel HD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 1080p -
Resolution 8 Megapixel (rear), 5 Megapixel (front) -
Camera Features Autofocus, Windows Hello -
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers
Compliant Standards Dolby Atmos -
Audio Features - Noise-cancellation technology, Bang & Olufsen Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ HP Elite x2 (1012 G2)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax -
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11g, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0, IEEE 802.11ax -
WWAN
Generation 4G -
Technology LTE Advanced -
Controller Qualcomm Snapdragon X20 -
BATTERY Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ HP Elite x2 (1012 G2)
Battery Life Up to 13.5 hours -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ HP Elite x2 (1012 G2)
Slots 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) -
Interfaces USB-C
USB 3.0
SurfaceConnect
Headphone output
Dock
USB-C 3.1 (supports Thunderbolt 3)
USB 3.0
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSDXC) Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC)
SOFTWARE Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ HP Elite x2 (1012 G2)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro No operating system
Software Included Microsoft 365 Business Standard, Business Premium or Microsoft 365 Apps (30 days trial), Microsoft 365 Apps (requires licence or subscription) -
MISCELLANEOUS Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ HP Elite x2 (1012 G2)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter -
Integrated Options Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, magnetometer, gyro sensor -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type - Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Studio Mode, Tablet Mode, Laptop Mode, built-in kickstand HP DuraKeys, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, Power On Authentication, HP Fast Charge, Pre-boot Authentication, HP Sure Start Gen 3, Master Boot Record Security
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 0 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 10 - 90% (non-condensing)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year -
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