HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G7 Notebook) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)

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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 ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ). 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 ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

excellent build quality

versatile 2-in-1 design

impressive battery life

superb keyboard experience

high-resolution display

higher price point

limited graphics performance

no HDMI port

moderate storage options

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Difference between HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G7 Notebook) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
86 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G7 Notebook) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G7 Notebook) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.93 cm x 20.26 cm x 1.66 cm 31.44 cm x 22.23 cm x 1.553 cm
Weight 1.32 kg 1.38 kg
Case Material Aluminum Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom)
Colour - Storm grey
DISPLAY HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G7 Notebook) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 14" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution - 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness - 500 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
Privacy Technology - ThinkPad Privacy Guard
Features - Anti-glare, One Glass Solution
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G7 Notebook) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10210U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 10-core
Cache 6 MB 12 MB
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
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 ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2933 MHz 6400 MHz
Rated Speed 2933 MHz 6400 MHz
STORAGE HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G7 Notebook) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) - 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G7 Notebook) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera - Yes - 1080p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, fixed focus, Discrete IR, MIPI, Computer Vision
Sound - Stereo speakers, two tweeters, two woofers, quad array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Input: Dolby Voice, 360° far-field
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G7 Notebook) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
Wireless - NFC, Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation - 4G
Technology - LTE
Controller - FIBOCOM L860-GL-16 - M.2 Card
BATTERY HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G7 Notebook) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
Technology - Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) - 57 Wh
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G7 Notebook) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt
INPUT HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G7 Notebook) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
Type - Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad, air intake key design
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G7 Notebook) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
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)
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI (4K support)
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G7 Notebook) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
Operating System (OS) No operating system Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included - Glance by Mirametrix, Intel Connectivity Performance Suite
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G7 Notebook) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
Included Accessories - Lenovo Integrated Pen, USB-C slim power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) and firmware (TPM 2.0) Discrete 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) 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, system password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, NVMe password, Firmware Resiliency 3.0, certificate based BIOS authentication, FIDO (Fast Identity Online) authentication
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 6, TCG Certified, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TCO Certified 9.0, TUV Rheinland Eyesafe 2.0 Display
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty - Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Base warranty - battery - 1 year
Extended warranty - 3 years - on-site - response time: next business day
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