HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook vs. ASUS VivoBook 15 (K513EA)

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HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook
HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook

In depth comparison and review of HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook and ASUS VivoBook 15 (K513EA). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

ASUS VivoBook 15 (K513EA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 15 (K513EA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

decent processor performance

solid build quality

ample storage options

comfortable keyboard

average battery life

dim display

no backlit keyboard

limited graphics performance

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Difference between HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook and ASUS VivoBook 15 (K513EA)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook vs. ASUS VivoBook 15 (K513EA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 15 (K513EA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36 cm x 25.4 cm x 1.89 cm 35.9 cm x 23.5 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 2.06 kg 1.8 kg
Case Material Aluminum Aluminum, plastic
Colour Pike silver Transparent silver (LCD cover), spangle silver (bottom), spangle silver (top)
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 15 (K513EA)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 15.6" OLED
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% DCI-P3
Features Full HD ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) eDP anti-glare +PSR Glossy, ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, Tru2Life
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 15 (K513EA)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8400H / 2.5 GHz Intel Core i3 (11th Gen) 1115G4 / 3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache L3 - 8 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Platform Technology Intel vPro Platform -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 15 (K513EA)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz -
Rated Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 15 (K513EA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe), triple-level cell (TLC) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 15 (K513EA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 630 Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Harman/kardon stereo speakers, microphone
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio, HP Clear Sound Amp ASUS Bang & Olufsen ICEpower
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 15 (K513EA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, NFC, Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 4.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 15 (K513EA)
Technology 6-cell lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Installed Qty 1 -
Battery Capacity (Size) 64 Wh 42 Wh
Battery Life Up to 16 hours -
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 15 (K513EA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 150 Watt, 19.5 V 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A
INPUT HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 15 (K513EA)
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Name HP Premium Collaboration Keyboard -
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, ClickPad with gesture support, glass with chemical etched surface, two-finger zoom (pinch), two-way scroll Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 15 (K513EA)
Slots - 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x2) (0 free)
Interfaces 2 x USB-C 3.1 (supports Thunderbolt)
USB 3.0 (charging)
USB 3.0
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
2 x USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1
Headphone output
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 15 (K513EA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home
Software Included HP Recovery Manager, HP Support Assistant, HP ePrint, HP Hotkey Support, HP Velocity, HP Secure Erase, HP Drive Packs (free download), HP Client Catalog, HP BIOS Config Utility, HP JumpStart, HP Noise Cancellation, HP System Software Manager, HP JetAdvantage, HP Wireless Wakeup, HP Workwise (free download), HP BIOSphere Gen4, HP Client Security Suite Gen4, HP Manageability & Integration Kit Gen2 (free download), HP SureStart Gen4, HP Sure Run, HP Sure Recover -
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 15 (K513EA)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options Hood sensor, ambient light sensor -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Power-on password, HP DuraKeys, Setup Password, Automatic DriveLock, HP DriveLock, Power On Authentication, Pre-boot Authentication, Master Boot Record Security, BIOS Update via Network System password
Compliant Standards Low halogen -
Repairability Index - 6.5 (out of 10)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
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 -
Model Number - L11091T
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