HP Elite x2 (1013 G3) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QD)

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HP Elite x2 (1013 G3)
HP Elite x2 (1013 G3)
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QD)
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QD)

Our Rating: 85 %

Detailed comparison and review of HP Elite x2 (1013 G3) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QD). 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 (7th Gen) (20QD) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QD) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

robust build quality

excellent keyboard

impressive battery life

fast ssd storage

limited port variety

average graphics performance

no touchscreen option

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP Elite x2 (1013 G3) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QD)
85 % - Design
84 % - Display
85 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP Elite x2 (1013 G3) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QD) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP Elite x2 (1013 G3) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QD)
Product Type Tablet - with detachable keyboard Ultrabook
Dimensions (WxDxH) - 32.3 cm x 21.7 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 1.09 kg
Case Material - Carbon fibre, magnesium alloy
DISPLAY HP Elite x2 (1013 G3) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QD)
Screen Size (Type) 13" - IPS 14" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (multi-touch) -
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 3000 x 2000 (3K2K) -
Widescreen Yes -
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 16:9
Image Brightness 450 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB -
Features Corning Gorilla glass 4, Low Power Ultra Slim bent -
PROCESSOR HP Elite x2 (1013 G3) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QD)
CPU Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8130U / 2.2 GHz No CPU
Max Turbo Speed 3.4 GHz -
Number of Cores Dual-Core -
Cache 4 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache -
MEMORY HP Elite x2 (1013 G3) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QD)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz 2133 MHz
Rated Speed 2133 MHz 2133 MHz
STORAGE HP Elite x2 (1013 G3) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QD)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe -
AUDIO & VIDEO HP Elite x2 (1013 G3) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QD)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Camera Yes - VGA -
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello -
Sound Stereo speakers, 3 multi-array microphone Four speakers, quad array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3286
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Noise-cancellation technology, Bang & Olufsen Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS HP Elite x2 (1013 G3) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QD)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0
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 HP Elite x2 (1013 G3) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QD)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Installed Qty 1 -
Battery Capacity (Size) 50 Wh 51 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10.5 hours Up to 18.3 hours
AC ADAPTER HP Elite x2 (1013 G3) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QD)
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 (7th Gen) (20QD)
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 (7th Gen) (20QD)
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 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Dock
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) -
SOFTWARE HP Elite x2 (1013 G3) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) (20QD)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English No operating system
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 (7th Gen) (20QD)
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories Keyboard, USB-C power adapter, WACOM AES pen USB-C 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 mini 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, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards Low halogen RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes 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 - parts and labour - 3 years -
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