HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G3 Notebook) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen)

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HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G3 Notebook)
HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G3 Notebook)

In depth comparison and review of HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G3 Notebook) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen). 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.

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

flexible 2-in-1 design

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

bright HDR display

higher price point

limited graphics performance

heavier than competitors

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G3 Notebook) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen)
85 % - Design
86 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G3 Notebook) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G3 Notebook) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.58 cm x 20.5 cm x 1.58 cm 33.3 cm x 22.9 cm x 1.705 cm
Weight 1.25 kg 1.4 kg
Case Material Aluminum Carbon fibre, glass-fibre, magnesium alloy, polyphenylene sulfide
Colour - Black
DISPLAY HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G3 Notebook) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" 14" - IPS
Touchscreen - Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology - LED backlight
Screen Resolution - 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness - 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 72%
Features - Anti-reflective, anti-smudge, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G3 Notebook) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8250U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8650U / 1.9 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.4 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 6 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G3 Notebook) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
STORAGE HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G3 Notebook) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) - 512 GB SSD
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G3 Notebook) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera - Yes - 720p
Camera Features - ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound Stereo speakers Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3286
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G3 Notebook) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen)
Wireless - 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller - Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card
Features - Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter
BATTERY HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G3 Notebook) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen)
Technology - 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 54 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 15.4 hours
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G3 Notebook) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A
INPUT HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G3 Notebook) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen)
Type - Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Wave Keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G3 Notebook) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen)
Interfaces HDMI
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (charging)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSDXC UHS-II)
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G3 Notebook) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen)
Operating System (OS) No operating system Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR))
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G3 Notebook) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen)
Included Accessories - Power adapter
Integrated Options Accelerometer, magnetometer, gyro sensor, hall sensor Ambient light sensor, 3-axis gyro sensor, 3-axis accelerometer
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader -
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features HP DuraKeys, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, Power On Authentication, Pre-boot Authentication, Master Boot Record Security, HP Sure Start Gen 4 Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards - RoHS
SAR Value - 1.372 W/kg (body), 1.372 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 2 years
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