In depth comparison and review of HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G5 Notebook) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE). 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 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.
excellent build quality
versatile 2-in-1 design
impressive battery life
superior keyboard comfort
high-resolution display
higher price point
limited graphics performance
no SD card slot
moderate storage options
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G5 Notebook) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE) |
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| Product Type | Notebook - flip design | Notebook - flip design |
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| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 32.14 cm x 21.5 cm x 1.69 cm | 31.44 cm x 22.23 cm x 1.553 cm |
| Weight | 1.35 kg | 1.38 kg |
| Case Material | - | Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom) |
| Colour | - | Storm grey |
| DISPLAY | HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G5 Notebook) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE) |
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| Screen Size (Type) | 14" - 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 1200 (WUXGA) |
| Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
| Image Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:10 |
| Image Brightness | 700 cd/m² | 400 cd/m² |
| Colour Gamut | 100% sRGB | 100% sRGB |
| Privacy Technology | HP SureView | - |
| Features | Panel Self Refresh (PSR), Full HD eDP anti-glare, Corning Gorilla glass 5 | Anti-glare, One Glass Solution, 170° viewing angle, Low Power, Eyesafe technology |
| PROCESSOR | HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G5 Notebook) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE) |
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| CPU | Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8250U / 1.6 GHz | Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1240P / 1.7 GHz |
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| Max Turbo Speed | 3.4 GHz | 4.4 GHz |
| Number of Cores | Quad-Core | 12-core |
| Cache | 6 MB | 12 MB |
| 64-bit Computing | Yes | - |
| Features | Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache | Integrated memory controller |
| MEMORY | HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G5 Notebook) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE) |
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| RAM | 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) | 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) |
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| RAM Type | DDR4 SDRAM | LPDDR5 SDRAM |
| Speed | 2400 MHz | 5200 MHz |
| Rated Speed | 2666 MHz | 5200 MHz |
| STORAGE | HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G5 Notebook) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE) |
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| Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) | 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Kioxia |
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| AUDIO & VIDEO | HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G5 Notebook) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE) |
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| Graphics Processor (GPU) | Intel UHD Graphics 620 | Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
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| Max Monitors Supported | - | 3 external monitor(s) |
| Camera | Yes - Full HD | Yes - 1080p |
| Camera Features | IR camera | Privacy shutter, IR camera, fixed focus |
| Sound | Four speakers, 3 multi-array microphone | Two tweeters, two woofers, quad array microphone |
| Codec | - | Realtek ALC3306 |
| Compliant Standards | - | High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos |
| Audio Features | Bang & Olufsen Audio | - |
| COMMUNICATIONS | HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G5 Notebook) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE) |
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| Wireless | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 | Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) |
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| Wireless Controller | Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 | Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 |
| WWAN |
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| Generation | 4G | - |
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| Technology | LTE Advanced | - |
| Controller | Intel XMM 7360 | - |
| BATTERY | HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G5 Notebook) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE) |
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| Technology | 4-cell lithium polymer | 4-cell lithium polymer |
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| Battery Capacity (Size) | 56.2 Wh | 57 Wh |
| Battery Life | - | Up to 24.5 hours |
| AC ADAPTER | HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G5 Notebook) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE) |
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| Input | AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) | AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) |
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| Output | 65 Watt, 15 V | 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V |
| INPUT | HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G5 Notebook) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE) |
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| Type | Keyboard, ClickPad | Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav |
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| Keyboard Name | HP Premium Collaboration Keyboard | - |
| Keyboard Backlight | Yes | Yes |
| Features | Spill-resistant, gesture function | Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad |
| CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G5 Notebook) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE) |
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| Interfaces | 2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt) USB 3.1 Gen 1 (charging) HDMI Headphone/microphone combo jack |
USB 3.2 Gen 1 USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On) 2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0) HDMI Headphone/microphone combo jack |
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| SOFTWARE | HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G5 Notebook) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE) |
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| Operating System (OS) | Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English | Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence |
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| MISCELLANEOUS | HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G5 Notebook) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CE) |
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| Included Accessories | USB-C power adapter | USB-C power adapter, Lenovo Integrated Pen |
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| Integrated Options | Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, magnetometer, gyro sensor, hall sensor | Accelerometer, proximity sensor |
| Security | 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 nano security slot |
| Theft/Intrusion Protection | Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately), padlock loop | Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) |
| Features | Power-on password, HP DuraKeys, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, Pre-boot Authentication, Master Boot Record Security, HP Wireless Wakeup, BIOS Update via Network | Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, NVMe password, USB FIDO (Fast Identity Online) device integration, Firmware Resiliency 3.0 |
| Compliant Standards | CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, A-Tick, ICES, KC, CIT, ICCP | RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 |
| ENERGY STAR Certified | Yes | Yes |
| EPEAT Compliant | - | EPEAT Gold |
| Max Operating Temperature | 35 °C | 35 °C |
| Min Operating Temperature | 0 °C | 5 °C |
| Humidity Range Operating | 5 - 95% | 8 - 95% |
| Manufacturer Warranty | Limited warranty - 3 years Limited warranty - battery - 3 years |
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