HP Elite x2 (G4) vs. Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
HP Elite x2 (G4)
HP Elite x2 (G4)

Our Rating: 75 %

Side by side comparison and review of HP Elite x2 (G4) and Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business. 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.

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

Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

responsive touch screen

affordable business option

solid build quality

efficient battery life

limited storage capacity

moderate processor speed

fewer connectivity ports

no dedicated graphics

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP Elite x2 (G4) and Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business
86 % - Design
86 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery
81 % - Design
84 % - Display
78 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP Elite x2 (G4) vs. Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP Elite x2 (G4) Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business
Product Type Tablet - with detachable keyboard Tablet - no keyboard
Dimensions (WxDxH) - 24.5 cm x 17.5 cm x 0.83 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
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Weight 830 g 521 g
Case Material - Magnesium alloy
Colour - Platinum
DISPLAY HP Elite x2 (G4) Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business
Screen Size (Type) 12.3" - IPS 10.5"
Touchscreen Yes Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1280 (WUXGA+) 1920 x 1280
Pixel Density (ppi) - 350
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 3:2
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 350 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC -
Features BrightView, Ultra Slim Design, Panel Self Refresh (PSR), Corning Gorilla glass 5 Corning Gorilla glass 3, PixelSense
PROCESSOR HP Elite x2 (G4) Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8365U / 1.6 GHz Intel N-series N200 / 1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 3.7 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache L3 - 6 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Platform Technology Intel vPro Platform -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology -
MEMORY HP Elite x2 (G4) Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business
RAM 8 GB (2 x 4 GB (soldered)) 8 GB
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM - non-ECC LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz -
Rated Speed 2133 MHz -
STORAGE HP Elite x2 (G4) Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe), triple-level cell (TLC), HP Value 64 GB SSD - UFS
AUDIO & VIDEO HP Elite x2 (G4) Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - Full HD (front), Full HD (rear) Yes - 1080p (front)
Resolution 8 Megapixel (rear) 8 Megapixel (rear)
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera Windows Hello
Sound Stereo speakers, 3 multi-array microphone Stereo speakers, dual far-field studio microphones
Compliant Standards - Dolby Audio
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS HP Elite x2 (G4) Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 NFC, 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 HP Elite x2 (G4) Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business
Technology 2-cell lithium polymer -
Installed Qty 1 -
Battery Capacity (Size) 47 Wh -
Battery Life Up to 14.25 hours Up to 12.5 hours
AC ADAPTER HP Elite x2 (G4) Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V 24 Watt
INPUT HP Elite x2 (G4) Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business
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 Microsoft Pen Protocol (MPP)
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP Elite x2 (G4) Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business
Interfaces 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)
USB-C 3.1
SurfaceConnect
Headphone output
Surface Type Cover port
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSDXC)
SOFTWARE HP Elite x2 (G4) Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - Dutch / English Windows 10 Pro
Software Included 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 Microsoft 365 Business Standard, Business Premium or Microsoft 365 Apps (30 days trial), Microsoft 365 Apps (requires licence or subscription)
MISCELLANEOUS HP Elite x2 (G4) Microsoft Surface Go 4 for Business
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories Keyboard, HP 65 Watt nPFC USB-C AC Adapter, WACOM AES 2.0 pen with App Launch Power adapter
Integrated Options Kickstand, accelerometer, ambient light sensor, digital compass, magnetometer, gyro sensor, hall sensor Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, magnetometer, gyroscope
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) and firmware (TPM 2.0), fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features 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 Volume control, built-in kickstand
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 - parts and labour - 3 years Limited warranty - 1 year
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