HP Elite Dragonfly G2 Notebook vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F2)

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HP Elite Dragonfly G2 Notebook
HP Elite Dragonfly G2 Notebook

Our Rating: 85 %

In depth comparison and review of HP Elite Dragonfly G2 Notebook and Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F2). 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.

HP Elite Dragonfly G2 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP Elite Dragonfly G2 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

ultra-lightweight design

impressive battery life

vivid touchscreen display

strong security features

fast intel processor

high price point

limited port variety

moderate storage capacity

average graphics performance

Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F2) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F2) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

flexible 2-in-1 design

excellent keyboard comfort

good security features

reliable performance

average battery life

limited graphics power

higher price point

no 4K display option

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP Elite Dragonfly G2 Notebook and Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F2)
85 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
82 % - Design
83 % - Display
80 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP Elite Dragonfly G2 Notebook vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F2) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP Elite Dragonfly G2 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F2)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.43 cm x 19.75 cm x 1.61 cm 30.17 cm x 21.46 cm x 1.64 cm
Weight 990 g 1.21 kg
Case Material Magnesium alloy Magnesium (bottom), magnesium (top)
Colour Galaxy blue Deep black
DISPLAY HP Elite Dragonfly G2 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F2)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 13.3" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:10
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features Full HD ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) BrightView eDP +PSR, Low Power, 72% NTSC colour gamut Anti-glare, One Glass Solution, Low Power, Eyesafe technology
PROCESSOR HP Elite Dragonfly G2 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F2)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 10-core
Cache L3 - 8 MB 12 MB
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology Integrated memory controller
MEMORY HP Elite Dragonfly G2 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F2)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM - non-ECC LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 4266 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 4266 MHz 6400 MHz
STORAGE HP Elite Dragonfly G2 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F2)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe), triple-level cell (TLC) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP Elite Dragonfly G2 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F2)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - HD Yes
Resolution - 5 Megapixel
Camera Features IR camera, HP Sure Shutter Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, Discrete IR, Ultrasonic Human Presence Detection
Video Resolutions 720p -
Sound Four speakers, HP World Facing Microphone / dual-array digital microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio Input: Dolby Voice, 360° far-field
COMMUNICATIONS HP Elite Dragonfly G2 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F2)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2) Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Features Miracast, dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation - 4G upgradable
BATTERY HP Elite Dragonfly G2 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F2)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 56 Wh 54.7 Wh
Battery Life Up to 16.5 hours -
AC ADAPTER HP Elite Dragonfly G2 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F2)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V 65 Watt
INPUT HP Elite Dragonfly G2 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F2)
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav
Keyboard Name HP Modernized Keyboard -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, glass clickpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP Elite Dragonfly G2 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F2)
Interfaces 2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (charging)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 2.0 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI 2.1 (4K support)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE HP Elite Dragonfly G2 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F2)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included HP Support Assistant, HP Power Manager, HP Hotkey Support, HP Wireless Button Driver, HP Client Catalog, HP Driver Packs, HP BIOS Config Utility, HP Image Assistant, HP System Software Manager, HP Notifications, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Privacy Settings, HP QuickDrop, HP WorkWell, HP Client Management Script Library, HP Manageability & Integration Kit Gen4, myHP, Touchpoint Customiser for Commercial, HSA Fusion for Commercial, HSA Telemetry for Commercial, HP Noise Cancellation Software, Tile Glance by Mirametrix, Intel Connectivity Performance Suite
MISCELLANEOUS HP Elite Dragonfly G2 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4 (21F2)
Included Accessories HP 65 Watt nPFC Slim USB-C AC Adapter Power adapter, Lenovo Integrated Pen, USB-C slim power adapter
Integrated Options Tile module, accelerometer, ambient light sensor, magnetometer, hall sensor, gyroscope -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately), padlock loop Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, Power On Authentication, Pre-boot Authentication, BIOS Update via Network, HP Sure Click, HP Sure Sense, HP Secure Erase, HP Client Security Manager Gen 6, HP Sure Start Gen 6, HP Client Security Manager Gen 7, HP BIOSphere Gen 6 Administrator password, system password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, NVMe password, Firmware Resiliency 3.0, certificate based BIOS authentication, FIDO (Fast Identity Online) authentication
Compliant Standards Common Criteria EAL4+, low halogen RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, TCG Certified, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TCO Certified 9.0
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
TCO Certified TCO Certified Notebooks 8 -
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Base warranty - battery - 1 year
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site - response time: next business day
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