HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G7 Notebook) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 16IAU7 (82R8)

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HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G7 Notebook)
HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G7 Notebook)

Our Rating: 85 %

In depth comparison and review of HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G7 Notebook) and Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 16IAU7 (82R8). 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 G7 Notebook) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G7 Notebook) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

impressive 360-degree hinge

responsive touchscreen display

strong build quality

excellent battery life

compact and lightweight

high price point

limited port variety

no dedicated GPU

average storage capacity

Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 16IAU7 (82R8) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 16IAU7 (82R8) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile 2-in-1 design

responsive touchscreen display

solid build quality

affordable price point

decent battery life

moderate display brightness

average processor speed

limited graphics performance

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G7 Notebook) and Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 16IAU7 (82R8)
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G7 Notebook) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 16IAU7 (82R8) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G7 Notebook) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 16IAU7 (82R8)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.93 cm x 20.26 cm x 1.66 cm 35.78 cm x 25.39 cm x 1.87 cm
Weight 1.32 kg 2.1 kg
Case Material Aluminum Aluminium (top), glass-fibre (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (bottom)
Colour - Storm grey
DISPLAY HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G7 Notebook) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 16IAU7 (82R8)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 16" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution - 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness - 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features - Glossy, One Glass Solution, Direct Bonding technology, Glass Film Film (GFF), Low Blue Light technology, capacitive touch screen, 170° viewing angle, DC dimming
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G7 Notebook) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 16IAU7 (82R8)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10210U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1255U / 1.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 10-core
Cache 6 MB 12 MB
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Thermal Velocity Boost Integrated memory controller
MEMORY HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G7 Notebook) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 16IAU7 (82R8)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed 2933 MHz 4266 MHz
Rated Speed 2933 MHz 4266 MHz
STORAGE HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G7 Notebook) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 16IAU7 (82R8)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) - 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G7 Notebook) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 16IAU7 (82R8)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 2 external monitor(s)
Camera - Yes - 1080p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, fixed focus
Sound - Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features - Noise-cancellation technology
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G7 Notebook) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 16IAU7 (82R8)
Wireless - 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G7 Notebook) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 16IAU7 (82R8)
Technology - Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) - 52.5 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 11.5 hours
Battery Run Time - Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 11.5 hours
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G7 Notebook) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 16IAU7 (82R8)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt
INPUT HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G7 Notebook) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 16IAU7 (82R8)
Type - Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G7 Notebook) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 16IAU7 (82R8)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 (charging)
HDMI
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt, DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (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 G7 Notebook) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 16IAU7 (82R8)
Operating System (OS) No operating system Windows 11 Home in S mode - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G7 Notebook) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 16IAU7 (82R8)
Included Accessories - Power adapter
Integrated Options - Accelerometer, hall sensor
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) and firmware (TPM 2.0) 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, Power On Authentication, HP Fast Charge, Pre-boot Authentication, Master Boot Record Security, BIOS Update via Network, MIL-STD-810H tested Administrator password, hard drive password, Rapid Charge Boost, self-healing BIOS, Amazon Alexa Voice Assistant, pen upgradable, Lenovo Voice Assistant (LVA)
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, A-Tick, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, CIT, ICCP RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution)
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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