In depth comparison and review of HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G8 Notebook) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG). 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.
Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G8 Notebook) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.
excellent build quality
vivid display colors
responsive touchscreen
strong security features
compact and portable
higher price point
limited port variety
average battery life
no dedicated GPU
Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) 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
vivid display colors
higher price point
limited storage capacity
no dedicated GPU
moderate speaker quality
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G8 Notebook) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) |
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Product Type | Notebook - flip design | Notebook - flip design |
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Dimensions (WxDxH) | 30.37 cm x 19.39 cm x 1.61 cm | 32.3 cm x 21.8 cm x 1.55 cm |
Weight | 1.21 kg | 1.36 kg |
Case Material | Aluminum | Aluminum, magnesium alloy |
Colour | - | Iron grey |
DISPLAY | HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G8 Notebook) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) |
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Screen Size (Type) | 13.3" - IPS | 14" - IPS |
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Touchscreen | Yes | Yes (10-point multi-touch) |
LCD Backlight Technology | WLED backlight | LED backlight |
Screen Resolution | 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) | 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) |
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. | 60 Hz | - |
Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
Image Aspect Ratio | - | 16:9 |
Image Brightness | 1000 cd/m² | 400 cd/m² |
Colour Gamut | 72% NTSC | 72% |
Privacy Technology | HP SureView Reflect | - |
Features | Anti-glare | Anti-reflective, anti-smudge, 170° viewing angle, Low Power |
PROCESSOR | HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G8 Notebook) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) |
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CPU | Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1145G7 / 2.6 GHz | Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz |
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Max Turbo Speed | 4.4 GHz | 3.9 GHz |
Number of Cores | Quad-Core | Quad-Core |
Cache | L3 - 8 MB | 6 MB |
64-bit Computing | Yes | Yes |
Platform Technology | Intel vPro Platform | - |
Features | Intel Turbo Boost Technology | Integrated memory controller |
MEMORY | HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G8 Notebook) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) |
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RAM | 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) | 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) |
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RAM Type | LPDDR4X SDRAM - non-ECC | LPDDR3 SDRAM |
Speed | 4266 MHz | 2133 MHz |
Rated Speed | 4266 MHz | 2133 MHz |
STORAGE | HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G8 Notebook) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) |
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Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) | 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Samsung |
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AUDIO & VIDEO | HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G8 Notebook) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) |
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Graphics Processor (GPU) | Intel Iris Xe Graphics | Intel UHD Graphics 620 |
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Camera | Yes - HD | - |
Camera Features | Hybrid HD/IR camera, HP Sure Shutter | - |
Video Resolutions | 720p | - |
Sound | Four speakers, 2 user-facing multi array microphones and two world-facing microphones | Stereo speakers, quad array microphone |
Codec | - | Realtek ALC1012L |
Compliant Standards | - | High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos |
Audio Features | Bang & Olufsen Audio | - |
COMMUNICATIONS | HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G8 Notebook) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) |
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Wireless | Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 |
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Wireless Controller | Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 | Intel Wireless-AC 9560 - M.2 Card |
Network Interface | - | Gigabit Ethernet |
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 | - |
Features | Miracast, dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO | Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter |
WWAN |
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Generation | - | 4G |
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Technology | - | LTE Advanced |
Controller | - | FIBOCOM L850-GL - M.2 Card |
BATTERY | HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G8 Notebook) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) |
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Technology | 4-cell lithium polymer | 4-cell Lithium Ion |
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Battery Capacity (Size) | 54 Wh | 51 Wh |
Battery Life | - | Up to 18.1 hours |
AC ADAPTER | HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G8 Notebook) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) |
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Input | - | AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) |
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Output | 65 Watt | 65 Watt |
INPUT | HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G8 Notebook) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) |
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Type | Keyboard, digital pen, ClickPad | Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav |
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Keyboard Name | HP Premium | - |
Keyboard Backlight | Yes | Yes |
Features | Spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, precision touchpad, glass clickpad | Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad |
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G8 Notebook) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) |
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Slots | - | 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) |
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Interfaces | 2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4) USB 3.1 Gen 1 USB 3.1 Gen 1 (charging) HDMI Headphone/microphone combo jack |
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 LAN (on supplied cable) Dock |
SOFTWARE | HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G8 Notebook) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) |
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Operating System (OS) | Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English | Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition |
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Software Included | HP Support Assistant, HP Power Manager, HP Hotkey Support, HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI, HP Wireless Button Driver, HP Client Catalog, HP Driver Packs, HP BIOS Config Utility, HP Image Assistant, HP System Software Manager, HP Notifications, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Privacy Settings, HP QuickDrop, HP WorkWell, HP Manageability & Integration Kit Gen4, myHP, Touchpoint Customiser for Commercial, HSA Fusion for Commercial, HSA Telemetry for Commercial, HP Noise Cancellation Software, Tile | - |
MISCELLANEOUS | HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G8 Notebook) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) |
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Dockable | - | Yes |
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Included Accessories | USB-C power adapter | ThinkPad Pen Pro, USB-C power adapter, ThinkPad Ethernet Extension Cable Gen 2 |
Integrated Options | Tile module, accelerometer, ambient light sensor, magnetometer, hall sensor, gyroscope | 3-axis gyro sensor, 3-axis accelerometer |
Security | Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader | Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader |
Security Slot Type | Kensington nano security slot | Kensington mini security slot |
Theft/Intrusion Protection | Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately), padlock loop | Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) |
Features | Automatic DriveLock, BIOS Absolute Persistence, HP DriveLock, Power On Authentication, Pre-boot Authentication, HP Sure Click, HP Sure Sense, HP Secure Erase, HP Sure Start Gen 6, HP Sure Admin, HP Sure Run Gen 4, HP BIOSphere Gen 6, HP Sure Recover Gen 4 | Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested |
Navigation Receiver | - | GPS |
Compliant Standards | Low halogen | RoHS |
SAR Value | - | 1.571 W/kg (body), 1.571 W/kg (limb) |
Repairability Index | 8.8 (out of 10) | - |
ENERGY STAR Certified | Yes | Yes |
EPEAT Compliant | - | EPEAT Gold |
TCO Certified | TCO Certified Notebooks 8 | - |
Max Operating Temperature | 35 °C | - |
Min Operating Temperature | 0 °C | - |
Manufacturer Warranty | Limited warranty - parts and labour - 3 years | - |