HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G8 Notebook) vs. Samsung Galaxy Book Flex2 5G (NP930QCAJ)

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HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G8 Notebook)
HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G8 Notebook)

Our Rating: 85 %

In depth comparison and review of HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G8 Notebook) and Samsung Galaxy Book Flex2 5G (NP930QCAJ). 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 G8 Notebook) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook x360 (1040 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

high price point

limited port variety

average battery life

no dedicated GPU

Samsung Galaxy Book Flex2 5G (NP930QCAJ) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Samsung Galaxy Book Flex2 5G (NP930QCAJ) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

impressive s-pen integration

5g connectivity

sturdy build quality

full hd touchscreen

flexible 2-in-1 design

pricey for specs

limited port selection

average battery life

modest storage capacity

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G8 Notebook) and Samsung Galaxy Book Flex2 5G (NP930QCAJ)
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
82 % - Design
86 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G8 Notebook) vs. Samsung Galaxy Book Flex2 5G (NP930QCAJ) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G8 Notebook) Samsung Galaxy Book Flex2 5G (NP930QCAJ)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.93 cm x 20.26 cm x 1.66 cm 30.49 cm x 20.23 cm x 1.49 cm
Weight 1.31 kg 1.26 kg
Case Material Aluminum -
Colour - Royal silver
DISPLAY HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G8 Notebook) Samsung Galaxy Book Flex2 5G (NP930QCAJ)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 13.3"
Touchscreen Yes Yes
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 -
Privacy Technology HP SureView Reflect -
Features BrightView, Ultra Slim Design, Full HD ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) eDP +PSR, Corning Gorilla glass 5 Quantum Dot Technology, Outdoor-Readable
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G8 Notebook) Samsung Galaxy Book Flex2 5G (NP930QCAJ)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1145G7 / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 8 MB L3 - 8 MB
Platform Technology Intel vPro Platform -
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G8 Notebook) Samsung Galaxy Book Flex2 5G (NP930QCAJ)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM - non-ECC LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed 4266 MHz -
Rated Speed 4266 MHz -
STORAGE HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G8 Notebook) Samsung Galaxy Book Flex2 5G (NP930QCAJ)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe), triple-level cell (TLC) 256 GB SSD - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G8 Notebook) Samsung Galaxy Book Flex2 5G (NP930QCAJ)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
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 AKG stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards - SoundAlive
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio Smart Amp
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G8 Notebook) Samsung Galaxy Book Flex2 5G (NP930QCAJ)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2) -
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, CNVi Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation - 5G
BATTERY HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G8 Notebook) Samsung Galaxy Book Flex2 5G (NP930QCAJ)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer -
Battery Capacity (Size) 54 Wh 69.7 Wh
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G8 Notebook) Samsung Galaxy Book Flex2 5G (NP930QCAJ)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V 65 Watt
INPUT HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G8 Notebook) Samsung Galaxy Book Flex2 5G (NP930QCAJ)
Type Keyboard, digital pen, ClickPad Keyboard, ClickPad, S Pen
Keyboard Name HP Quiet Keyboard -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, precision touchpad, glass clickpad -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G8 Notebook) Samsung Galaxy Book Flex2 5G (NP930QCAJ)
Interfaces 2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 (charging)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
Thunderbolt 4
USB-C
USB 3.0
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD, UFS Card)
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G8 Notebook) Samsung Galaxy Book Flex2 5G (NP930QCAJ)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home
Software Included HEVC CODEC Samsung Recovery Solution, McAfee LiveSafe (Trial), Samsung Update, Samsung Settings, Samsung Gallery, Studio Plus, Samsung Link Sharing, Live Message, Samsung Flow, Live Wallpaper, Quick Search, Samsung Notes, Screen Recorder
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook x360 (1040 G8 Notebook) Samsung Galaxy Book Flex2 5G (NP930QCAJ)
Included Accessories HP 65 Watt nPFC Slim USB-C AC Adapter, WACOM AES 2.0 pen with App Launch G3 USB-C power adapter
Integrated Options Tile module, accelerometer, ambient light sensor, magnetometer, hall sensor, gyroscope Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, gyro sensor
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately), padlock loop -
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 Samsung DeX
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, A-Tick, ICES, KC, CIT, ICCP, BNCI IEC 61960
ENERGY STAR Certified 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 -
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