HP Elite x2 (G4) vs. Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 for Business

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

Our Rating: 75 %

Detailed comparison and review of HP Elite x2 (G4) and Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 for Business. 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.

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 Laptop Studio 2 for Business Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 for Business based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

innovative form factor

high-resolution touchscreen

powerful base performance

robust build quality

advanced security features

premium price tag

limited port variety

heavier than competitors

moderate battery life

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP Elite x2 (G4) and Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 for Business
86 % - Design
86 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP Elite x2 (G4) vs. Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 for Business Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP Elite x2 (G4) Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 for Business
Product Type Tablet - with detachable keyboard Notebook - Yes - slider
Dimensions (WxDxH) - 32.3 cm x 23 cm x 2.18 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 1.89 kg
Case Material - Anodised aluminium
Colour - Platinum
DISPLAY HP Elite x2 (G4) Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 for Business
Screen Size (Type) 12.3" - IPS 14.4"
Touchscreen Yes Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1280 (WUXGA+) 2400 x 1600
Pixel Density (ppi) - 200
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 120 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 3:2
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 650 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC -
Features BrightView, Ultra Slim Design, Panel Self Refresh (PSR), Corning Gorilla glass 5 Color Calibrated, Corning Gorilla glass 5, sRGB Mode, vivid mode, VESA DisplayHDR 400, PixelSense Flow, Dolby Vision IQ
PROCESSOR HP Elite x2 (G4) Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 for Business
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8365U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 13800H
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 5.2 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 14-core
Cache L3 - 6 MB 24 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Platform Technology Intel vPro Platform Intel Evo
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology -
MEMORY HP Elite x2 (G4) Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 for Business
RAM 8 GB (2 x 4 GB (soldered)) 16 GB
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM - non-ECC LPDDR5X SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz -
Rated Speed 2133 MHz -
STORAGE HP Elite x2 (G4) Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 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 512 GB SSD
AUDIO & VIDEO HP Elite x2 (G4) Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 for Business
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Camera Yes - Full HD (front), Full HD (rear) Yes - 1080p (front)
Resolution 8 Megapixel (rear) -
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera Windows Hello
Sound Stereo speakers, 3 multi-array microphone Four speakers, two microphones
Compliant Standards - Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio Output: Omnisonic speakers
COMMUNICATIONS HP Elite x2 (G4) Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 for Business
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
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 Laptop Studio 2 for Business
Technology 2-cell lithium polymer -
Installed Qty 1 -
Battery Capacity (Size) 47 Wh 58 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14.25 hours Up to 19 hours
AC ADAPTER HP Elite x2 (G4) Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 for Business
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V 102 Watt
INPUT HP Elite x2 (G4) Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 for Business
Type Digital pen, detachable keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Name HP Collaboration Travel Keyboard -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, precision touchpad, glass clickpad Mechanical keys, Precision Haptic touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP Elite x2 (G4) Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 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)
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4) (Type C)
USB-A
SurfaceConnect
Headphone output (mini-phone 3.5 mm)
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSDXC)
SOFTWARE HP Elite x2 (G4) Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 for Business
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - Dutch / English Windows 11 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 Laptop Studio 2 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, gyroscope
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) and firmware (TPM 2.0), fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, face recognition
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 Studio Mode, Laptop Mode, stage mode, Dynamic Woven Hinge
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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