HP Elite x2 (1013 G3) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen)

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

Detailed comparison and review of HP Elite x2 (1013 G3) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

impressive battery life

fast ssd performance

relatively high price

no dedicated gpu

limited port variety

average display brightness

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP Elite x2 (1013 G3) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen)
83 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP Elite x2 (1013 G3) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP Elite x2 (1013 G3) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen)
Product Type Tablet - with detachable keyboard Ultrabook
Dimensions (WxDxH) - 32.35 cm x 21.71 cm x 1.595 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
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Weight 820 g 1.13 kg
Case Material - Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, magnesium alloy, carbon fibre reinforced plastic
Colour - Black
DISPLAY HP Elite x2 (1013 G3) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen)
Screen Size (Type) 13" - IPS 14" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (multi-touch) -
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 3000 x 2000 (3K2K) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 16:9
Image Brightness 450 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB -
Features Corning Gorilla glass 4, Low Power Ultra Slim bent Anti-glare
PROCESSOR HP Elite x2 (1013 G3) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen)
CPU Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8130U / 2.2 GHz Intel Core i5 (6th Gen) 6300U / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.4 GHz 3 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 4 MB 3 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY HP Elite x2 (1013 G3) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz 1866 MHz
Rated Speed 2133 MHz -
STORAGE HP Elite x2 (1013 G3) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 256 GB SSD
AUDIO & VIDEO HP Elite x2 (1013 G3) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel HD Graphics 520
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Camera Yes - VGA Yes - 720p
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello -
Sound Stereo speakers, 3 multi-array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - CX11871
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio
Audio Features Noise-cancellation technology, Bang & Olufsen Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS HP Elite x2 (1013 G3) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen)
Wireless 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) Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter
BATTERY HP Elite x2 (1013 G3) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Installed Qty 1 -
Battery Capacity (Size) 50 Wh 57 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10.5 hours Up to 15.5 hours
AC ADAPTER HP Elite x2 (1013 G3) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt -
INPUT HP Elite x2 (1013 G3) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen)
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Name HP Premium Collaboration Keyboard -
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Volume control, touchpad with gesture support, gesture function Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP Elite x2 (1013 G3) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen)
Interfaces 2 x USB-C 3.1 (supports Thunderbolt)
USB-C 3.1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0
USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3) (Power Delivery/data/video)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) Yes (microSDXC UHS-II)
SOFTWARE HP Elite x2 (1013 G3) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR))
Software Included 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 HP Elite x2 (1013 G3) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (5th Gen)
Included Accessories Keyboard, USB-C power adapter, WACOM AES pen Power adapter
Integrated Options Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, proximity sensor, magnetometer, gyro sensor, hall sensor -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features 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 Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards Low halogen ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, ISO 27001
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - parts and labour - 3 years Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return
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