HP EliteBook 820 G3 vs. HP Elite x2 (G4)

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

Our Rating: 75 %

Detailed comparison and review of HP EliteBook 820 G3 and HP Elite x2 (G4). 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 EliteBook 820 G3 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook 820 G3 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

compact and portable

robust build quality

good keyboard feel

adequate performance level

decent battery life

average display quality

limited graphics capability

no USB-C port

higher price point

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

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 820 G3 and HP Elite x2 (G4)
78 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
71 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery
86 % - Design
86 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 820 G3 vs. HP Elite x2 (G4) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 820 G3 HP Elite x2 (G4)
Product Type Ultrabook Tablet - with detachable keyboard
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31 cm x 21.89 cm x 1.89 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
Weight 1.26 kg 830 g
Case Material Aluminum, magnesium alloy -
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 820 G3 HP Elite x2 (G4)
Screen Size (Type) 12.5" - TN 12.3" - IPS
Touchscreen - Yes
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight WLED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1280 (WUXGA+)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness - 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 72% NTSC
Features - BrightView, Ultra Slim Design, Panel Self Refresh (PSR), Corning Gorilla glass 5
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 820 G3 HP Elite x2 (G4)
CPU Intel Core i5 (6th Gen) 6300U / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8365U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 3 MB L3 - 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Platform Technology Intel vPro Platform Intel vPro Platform
Features Enhanced SpeedStep technology, Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Intel Turbo Boost Technology
MEMORY HP EliteBook 820 G3 HP Elite x2 (G4)
RAM 8 GB 8 GB (2 x 4 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported 16 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed 2133 MHz / PC4-17000 2133 MHz
Rated Speed 2133 MHz 2133 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
STORAGE HP EliteBook 820 G3 HP Elite x2 (G4)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe), triple-level cell (TLC), HP Value
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 820 G3 HP Elite x2 (G4)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 520 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - Full HD (front), Full HD (rear)
Resolution - 8 Megapixel (rear)
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, IR camera
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, 3 multi-array microphone
Codec CX7501 -
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio, HP Clear Sound Amp Bang & Olufsen Audio
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 820 G3 HP Elite x2 (G4)
Wireless Bluetooth, Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Bluetooth Class - Class 2
Compliant Standards - IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED
Features - Miracast, dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO
BATTERY HP EliteBook 820 G3 HP Elite x2 (G4)
Technology Lithium Ion 2-cell lithium polymer
Installed Qty - 1
Battery Capacity (Size) - 47 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 14.25 hours
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 820 G3 HP Elite x2 (G4)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT HP EliteBook 820 G3 HP Elite x2 (G4)
Type Keyboard, touchpad, pointing stick Digital pen, detachable keyboard, ClickPad
Keyboard Name - HP Collaboration Travel Keyboard
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Volume control, spill-resistant, touchpad with gesture support Multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, precision touchpad, glass clickpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 820 G3 HP Elite x2 (G4)
Slots 1 x Micro-SIM card (1 free) -
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1 (charging)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C
DisplayPort
VGA
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
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)
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 820 G3 HP Elite x2 (G4)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - Dutch / English
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
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 820 G3 HP Elite x2 (G4)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter Keyboard, HP 65 Watt nPFC USB-C AC Adapter, WACOM AES 2.0 pen with App Launch
Integrated Options - Kickstand, accelerometer, ambient light sensor, digital compass, magnetometer, gyro sensor, hall sensor
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) and firmware (TPM 2.0), fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features HP 3D DriveGuard, HP DuraKeys, HP SpareKey, HP BIOS Protection, HP SureStart, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, Hybrid Boot, Master Record Security, Measured Boot, Power On Authentication, Pre-Boot Security, Pre-boot Authentication 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
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001 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 - 2 years - pick-up and return Limited warranty - parts and labour - 3 years
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