HP Elite x360 (1040 G9 Notebook) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 4 (21FJ)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of HP Elite x360 (1040 G9 Notebook) and Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 4 (21FJ). 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 x360 (1040 G9 Notebook) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP Elite x360 (1040 G9 Notebook) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile convertible design

sharp, bright display

strong build quality

excellent security features

fast performance

expensive price point

limited port variety

average battery life

noisy under load

Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 4 (21FJ) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 4 (21FJ) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile 2-in-1 design

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

good security features

decent battery life

average display brightness

modest graphics performance

limited storage options

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP Elite x360 (1040 G9 Notebook) and Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 4 (21FJ)
87 % - Design
87 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
82 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
80 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP Elite x360 (1040 G9 Notebook) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 4 (21FJ) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP Elite x360 (1040 G9 Notebook) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 4 (21FJ)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.56 cm x 22.565 cm x 1.92 cm 30.5 cm x 21.8 cm x 1.706 cm
Weight 1.35 kg 1.32 kg
Case Material - Aluminium (top), glass-fibre reinforced plastic (bottom)
Colour - Thunder black
DISPLAY HP Elite x360 (1040 G9 Notebook) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 4 (21FJ)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 13.3" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Pixel Density (ppi) 162 -
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% sRGB
Features Low Blue Light technology, Low Power, HP Eye Ease, WUXGA ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) anti-glare eDP +PSR2 Anti-reflective, One Glass Solution, anti-smudge, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR HP Elite x360 (1040 G9 Notebook) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 4 (21FJ)
CPU Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1255U / 1.7 GHz Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core 10-core
Cache L3 - 12 MB 12 MB
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) Integrated memory controller
MEMORY HP Elite x360 (1040 G9 Notebook) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 4 (21FJ)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR5 SDRAM - non-ECC LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 4800 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 4800 MHz 4800 MHz
STORAGE HP Elite x360 (1040 G9 Notebook) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 4 (21FJ)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe), triple-level cell (TLC) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP Elite x360 (1040 G9 Notebook) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 4 (21FJ)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes Yes - 1080p
Resolution 5 Megapixel -
Camera Features Privacy shutter, HP Auto Frame Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera
Sound Dual stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio Input: Dolby Voice
COMMUNICATIONS HP Elite x360 (1040 G9 Notebook) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 4 (21FJ)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2) Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201
Bluetooth Class Class 2 -
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.11d, IEEE 802.11i, IEEE 802.11h, IEEE 802.11e, IEEE 802.11k, IEEE 802.11r, IEEE 802.11v, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED 6E -
Features Miracast, Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2), CNVi Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation - 4G upgradable
BATTERY HP Elite x360 (1040 G9 Notebook) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 4 (21FJ)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 51.3 Wh 46 Wh
Battery Life Up to 13.75 hours Up to 20.83 hours
AC ADAPTER HP Elite x360 (1040 G9 Notebook) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 4 (21FJ)
Input AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V, 8 A 65 Watt
INPUT HP Elite x360 (1040 G9 Notebook) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 4 (21FJ)
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav
Keyboard Name HP Premium -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, precision touchpad, multi-gesture clickpad, DuraKeys Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP Elite x360 (1040 G9 Notebook) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 4 (21FJ)
Interfaces 2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (charging)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI (4K support)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE HP Elite x360 (1040 G9 Notebook) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 4 (21FJ)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included HP Support Assistant, HP Power Manager, HP Hotkey Support, HP Secure Erase, HP Drive Packs (free download), HP Client Catalogue (free download), HP PC Hardware Diagnostics, HP Manageability & Integration Kit (free download), HP Notifications, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Sure Click, HP Privacy Settings, HP Cloud Recovery, HP Sure Sense, HP Sure Admin, HP QuickDrop, HP Client Management Script Library (free download), HP BIOSphere Gen6, myHP, HP Image Assistant Gen5 (free download), HP Client Security Manager Gen7, HP SureStart Gen7, Tile, HP Easy Clean, HP Smart Support, HP Quick Touch, HP Sure Recover Gen5, HP Sure Run Gen5 -
MISCELLANEOUS HP Elite x360 (1040 G9 Notebook) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 4 (21FJ)
Included Accessories HP 65 Watt nPFC USB-C AC Adapter USB-C power adapter, Lenovo Integrated Pen
Integrated Options Accelerometer, magnetometer, gyro sensor, hall sensor, Time of Flight (ToF), HP Tamper Lock -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features BIOS Absolute Persistence, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, HP Fast Charge, BIOS Update via Network Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, GS, SABS, CCC, FIPS 140-2 Level 2, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, A-Tick, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, CIT, low halogen, IEEE 1680, ICCP, AUS/NZ RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, TCG Certified, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TCO Certified 9.0
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
Base warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site - response time: next business day
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