Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business vs. HP Elite x2 (1013 G3)

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HP Elite x2 (1013 G3)
HP Elite x2 (1013 G3)

Side by side comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business and HP Elite x2 (1013 G3). 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+ for Business Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business 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

good processor performance

limited port selection

higher price bracket

no dedicated GPU

modest base storage

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Difference between Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business and HP Elite x2 (1013 G3)
83 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business vs. HP Elite x2 (1013 G3) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business HP Elite x2 (1013 G3)
Product Type Tablet - no keyboard Tablet - with detachable keyboard
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.2 cm x 20.1 cm x 0.85 cm -
Dimensions (WxDxH) - tablet - 30 cm x 23.15 cm x 0.79 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details - 30 cm x 23.15 cm x 1.33 cm / 1.17 kg - tablet with keyboard
30 cm x 23.15 cm x 0.79 cm / 820 g - tablet
Weight 770 g 820 g
Colour Platinum -
DISPLAY Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business HP Elite x2 (1013 G3)
Screen Size (Type) 12.3" 13" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology - LED backlight
Screen Resolution 2736 x 1824 3000 x 2000 (3K2K)
Pixel Density (ppi) 267 -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 3:2
Image Brightness - 450 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
Features PixelSense Corning Gorilla glass 4, Low Power Ultra Slim bent
PROCESSOR Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business HP Elite x2 (1013 G3)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8130U / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 3.4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 8 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features - Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business HP Elite x2 (1013 G3)
RAM 16 GB 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed - 2133 MHz
Rated Speed - 2133 MHz
STORAGE Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business HP Elite x2 (1013 G3)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD 128 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe
AUDIO & VIDEO Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business HP Elite x2 (1013 G3)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel UHD Graphics 620
Memory Allocation Technology - Shared Video Memory (UMA)
Video System Features Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory) -
Camera Yes Yes - VGA
Resolution 8 Megapixel (rear), 5 Megapixel (front) -
Camera Features Rear camera with auto focus, Windows Hello IR camera, Windows Hello
Video Resolutions 1080p -
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, 3 multi-array microphone
Compliant Standards Dolby Atmos -
Audio Features - Noise-cancellation technology, Bang & Olufsen Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business HP Elite x2 (1013 G3)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller - Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265
Compliant Standards - IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED
Features - Intel Wireless Display (WiDi), dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business HP Elite x2 (1013 G3)
Technology - 4-cell lithium polymer
Installed Qty - 1
Battery Capacity (Size) - 50 Wh
Battery Life Up to 15 hours Up to 10.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business HP Elite x2 (1013 G3)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt
INPUT Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business HP Elite x2 (1013 G3)
Type - Keyboard, ClickPad
Keyboard Name - HP Premium Collaboration Keyboard
Features - Volume control, touchpad with gesture support, gesture function
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business HP Elite x2 (1013 G3)
Interfaces USB-C
USB
SurfaceConnect
Headphone output
Dock
2 x USB-C 3.1 (supports Thunderbolt)
USB-C 3.1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSDXC) Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC)
SOFTWARE Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business HP Elite x2 (1013 G3)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included Microsoft 365 Business Standard, Business Premium or Microsoft 365 Apps (30 days trial), Microsoft 365 Apps (requires licence or subscription) HP Recovery Manager, HP Support Assistant, HP ePrint, HP Hotkey Support, HP Systems Software Manager (free download), HP Velocity, HP BIOS Configuration Utility (free download), HP Client Catalog, HP JumpStart, HP Workwise, HP Noise Cancellation, HP JetAdvantage, HP PhoneWise, HP Manageability & Integration Kit Gen2, Ivanti Management Suite
MISCELLANEOUS Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business HP Elite x2 (1013 G3)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter Keyboard, USB-C power adapter, WACOM AES pen
Integrated Options Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, magnetometer, gyroscope Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, proximity sensor, magnetometer, gyro sensor, hall sensor
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Built-in kickstand HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, HP Fingerprint Sensor, Secure Erase, HP Sure Start Gen 4, HP Sure Run, HP Sure Recover, HP Wireless Wakeup, HP Sure Click
Compliant Standards - Low halogen
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 0 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 10 - 90% (non-condensing)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - parts and labour - 3 years
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