Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business vs. HP Elite x2 (G4)

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HP Elite x2 (G4)
HP Elite x2 (G4)

Our Rating: 75 %

Side by side comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business and HP Elite x2 (G4). 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

HP Elite x2 (G4) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP Elite x2 (G4) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high-resolution touchscreen

versatile detachable design

solid build quality

effective security features

thunderbolt 3 support

expensive base model

average battery life

limited port selection

no dedicated GPU

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business and HP Elite x2 (G4)
83 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
86 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business vs. HP Elite x2 (G4) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business HP Elite x2 (G4)
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 - 28.93 cm x 21.58 cm x 0.88 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details - 28.93 cm x 22.19 cm x 1.42 cm / 1.17 kg - tablet with keyboard
28.93 cm x 21.58 cm x 0.88 cm / 830 g - tablet
370 g - keyboard dock
Weight 770 g 830 g
Colour Platinum -
DISPLAY Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business HP Elite x2 (G4)
Screen Size (Type) 12.3" 12.3" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes
LCD Backlight Technology - WLED backlight
Screen Resolution 2736 x 1824 1920 x 1280 (WUXGA+)
Pixel Density (ppi) 267 -
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 -
Image Brightness - 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 72% NTSC
Features PixelSense BrightView, Ultra Slim Design, Panel Self Refresh (PSR), Corning Gorilla glass 5
PROCESSOR Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business HP Elite x2 (G4)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8365U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 8 MB L3 - 6 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Platform Technology - Intel vPro Platform
Features - Intel Turbo Boost Technology
MEMORY Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business HP Elite x2 (G4)
RAM 16 GB 8 GB (2 x 4 GB (soldered))
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed - 2133 MHz
Rated Speed - 2133 MHz
STORAGE Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business HP Elite x2 (G4)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe), triple-level cell (TLC), HP Value
AUDIO & VIDEO Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business HP Elite x2 (G4)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel UHD Graphics 620
Video System Features Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory) -
Camera Yes Yes - Full HD (front), Full HD (rear)
Resolution 8 Megapixel (rear), 5 Megapixel (front) 8 Megapixel (rear)
Camera Features Rear camera with auto focus, Windows Hello Privacy shutter, IR camera
Video Resolutions 1080p -
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, 3 multi-array microphone
Compliant Standards Dolby Atmos -
Audio Features - Bang & Olufsen Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business HP Elite x2 (G4)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200
Bluetooth Class - Class 2
Compliant Standards - IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED
Features - Miracast, dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO
BATTERY Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business HP Elite x2 (G4)
Technology - 2-cell lithium polymer
Installed Qty - 1
Battery Capacity (Size) - 47 Wh
Battery Life Up to 15 hours Up to 14.25 hours
AC ADAPTER Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business HP Elite x2 (G4)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business HP Elite x2 (G4)
Type - Digital pen, detachable keyboard, ClickPad
Keyboard Name - HP Collaboration Travel Keyboard
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, precision touchpad, glass clickpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business HP Elite x2 (G4)
Interfaces USB-C
USB
SurfaceConnect
Headphone output
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB-C 3.1 (supports Thunderbolt)
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSDXC) -
SOFTWARE Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business HP Elite x2 (G4)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - Dutch / English
Software Included Microsoft 365 Business Standard, Business Premium or Microsoft 365 Apps (30 days trial), Microsoft 365 Apps (requires licence or subscription) HP Support Assistant, HP Hotkey Support, Windows Defender, HP Secure Erase, 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 (free download), HP BIOSphere Gen5, HP Cloud Recovery, HP Native Miracast Support
MISCELLANEOUS Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business HP Elite x2 (G4)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter Keyboard, HP 65 Watt nPFC USB-C AC Adapter, WACOM AES 2.0 pen with App Launch
Integrated Options Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, magnetometer, gyroscope Kickstand, accelerometer, ambient light sensor, digital compass, magnetometer, gyro sensor, hall sensor
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) and firmware (TPM 2.0), fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Built-in kickstand Power-on password, Intel Active Management Technology (iAMT), Setup Password, BIOS Absolute Persistence, Power On Authentication, HP Fast Charge, Pre-boot Authentication, Master Boot Record Security, Secure Erase, BIOS Update via Network, OS Corporate-Ready optimisation
Compliant Standards - CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, A-Tick, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, CIT, ICCP, RED
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
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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