HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G6 Notebook) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1)

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HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G6 Notebook)
HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G6 Notebook)

Our Rating: 85 %

In depth comparison and review of HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G6 Notebook) and Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1). 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.

HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G6 Notebook) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G6 Notebook) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

excellent build quality

sharp, vibrant display

strong security features

responsive touch screen

fast charging support

higher price point

limited port variety

moderate graphics performance

noisy under load

Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

flexible 2-in-1 design

responsive touchscreen

affordable price point

solid build quality

decent battery life

average display brightness

modest graphics power

limited storage capacity

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G6 Notebook) and Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1)
87 % - Design
84 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G6 Notebook) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G6 Notebook) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.14 cm x 21.5 cm x 1.69 cm 32.15 cm x 21.75 cm x 2.09 cm
Weight 1.35 kg 1.5 kg
Case Material Aluminum Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS, plastic
Colour - Graphite grey | Platinum grey
DISPLAY HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G6 Notebook) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 14"
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)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 700 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC 45%
Privacy Technology HP SureView -
Features Direct Bonding technology, privacy filter, Panel Self Refresh (PSR), Full HD eDP anti-glare, Corning Gorilla glass 5, 72% NTSC colour gamut Glossy, One Glass Solution, Wide Viewing Angle, capacitive touch screen
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G6 Notebook) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 1005G1 / 1.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 3.4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 6 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Integrated memory controller
MEMORY HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G6 Notebook) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 3200 MHz
STORAGE HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G6 Notebook) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe), triple-level cell (TLC) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G6 Notebook) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Camera Features IR camera Privacy shutter
Sound Four speakers, 3 multi-array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio, 4 discrete amplifiers -
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G6 Notebook) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1)
Wireless NFC, Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2) M.2 Card
Bluetooth Class Class 2 -
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11d, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED, IEEE 802.11h, IEEE 802.11e, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11k, IEEE 802.11ac, IEEE 802.11r, IEEE 802.11v, IEEE 802.11ax -
Features Miracast Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G6 Notebook) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 56.2 Wh 52.5 Wh
Battery Life Up to 16 hours Up to 10 hours
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G6 Notebook) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V 65 Watt
INPUT HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G6 Notebook) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1)
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Name HP Premium Collaboration Keyboard -
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Volume control, spill-resistant, gesture function, precision touchpad, glass clickpad Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G6 Notebook) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1)
Interfaces 2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt)
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (charging)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G6 Notebook) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home in S mode - English
Software Included HP Support Assistant, HP Hotkey Support, Windows Defender, HP Secure Erase, HP Drive Packs (free download), 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, HP BIOSphere Gen5, HP Client Security Suite Gen5, HP Cloud Recovery Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G6 Notebook) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14IIL05 (81X1)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, magnetometer, gyro sensor, hall sensor Accelerometer
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader -
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Power-on password, HP DuraKeys, Setup Password, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, Power On Authentication, Pre-boot Authentication, MU-MIMO technology, Master Boot Record Security, BIOS Update via Network Hard drive password, power-on password, smart charge, Quick Charge
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, A-Tick, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, CIT, low halogen, ICCP RoHS, ERP
SAR Value - 1.456 W/kg (body), 1.456 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - parts and labour - 3 years Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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