Side by side comparison and review of HP Elite x2 (G4) and Microsoft Surface Studio 2 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.
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
Advantages and disadvantages of Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.
vibrant pixelSense display
superior build quality
excellent graphics performance
tiltable touchscreen
good port selection
high price point
limited hardware upgrades
no Thunderbolt support
moderate battery life
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | HP Elite x2 (G4) | Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business |
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| Product Type | Tablet - with detachable keyboard | Notebook - slider |
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| Dimensions (WxDxH) | - | 32.3 cm x 23 cm x 2.2 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 | 1.98 kg |
| Case Material | - | Anodised aluminium |
| Colour | - | Platinum |
| DISPLAY | HP Elite x2 (G4) | Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business |
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| Screen Size (Type) | 12.3" - IPS | 14.4" |
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| 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 Studio 2 for Business |
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| CPU | Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8365U / 1.6 GHz | Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 13800H / 2.5 GHz |
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| 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 Studio 2 for Business |
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| RAM | 8 GB (2 x 4 GB (soldered)) | 32 GB |
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| RAM Type | LPDDR3 SDRAM - non-ECC | LPDDR5X SDRAM |
| Speed | 2133 MHz | - |
| Rated Speed | 2133 MHz | - |
| STORAGE | HP Elite x2 (G4) | Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business |
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| Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe), triple-level cell (TLC), HP Value | 1 TB SSD |
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| AUDIO & VIDEO | HP Elite x2 (G4) | Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business |
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| Graphics Processor (GPU) | Intel UHD Graphics 620 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 |
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| Video Memory | - | 6 GB GDDR6 VRAM |
| Camera | Yes - Full HD (front), Full HD (rear) | Yes - 1080p |
| Resolution | 8 Megapixel (rear) | - |
| Camera Features | Privacy shutter, IR camera | Windows Hello 2.0 |
| 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 Studio 2 for Business |
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| Wireless | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.3 |
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| 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 Studio 2 for Business |
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| Technology | 2-cell lithium polymer | - |
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| Installed Qty | 1 | - |
| Battery Capacity (Size) | 47 Wh | - |
| Battery Life | Up to 14.25 hours | Up to 18 hours |
| AC ADAPTER | HP Elite x2 (G4) | Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business |
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| Input | AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) | - |
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| Output | 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V | 120 Watt |
| INPUT | HP Elite x2 (G4) | Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business |
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| Type | Digital pen, detachable keyboard, ClickPad | Keyboard, touchpad |
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| 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 Studio 2 for Business |
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| 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) SurfaceConnect Headphone output USB 3.1 |
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| Memory Card Reader | - | Yes (microSDXC) |
| SOFTWARE | HP Elite x2 (G4) | Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business |
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| Operating System (OS) | Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - Dutch / English | Windows 11 Pro |
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| 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 Studio 2 for Business |
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| Dockable | - | Yes |
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| 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 |
| 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 hardware warranty - 1 year |
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