HP EliteBook x360 (830 G8 Notebook) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL)

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HP EliteBook x360 (830 G8 Notebook)
HP EliteBook x360 (830 G8 Notebook)

Our Rating: 85 %

In depth comparison and review of HP EliteBook x360 (830 G8 Notebook) and Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL). 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 (830 G8 Notebook) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook x360 (830 G8 Notebook) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile convertible design

strong build quality

excellent security features

bright, vivid display

comfortable keyboard

expensive price point

average battery life

no dedicated GPU

limited port variety

Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile 2-in-1 design

responsive touch screen

solid build quality

good keyboard feel

decent battery life

average display brightness

modest graphics performance

heavier than competitors

limited storage options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook x360 (830 G8 Notebook) and Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL)
82 % - Design
86 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook x360 (830 G8 Notebook) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook x360 (830 G8 Notebook) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.75 cm x 20.5 cm x 1.79 cm 31.15 cm x 21.9 cm x 1.76 cm
Weight 1.35 kg 1.44 kg
Case Material - Aluminum, glass-fibre reinforced plastic
Colour - Black
DISPLAY HP EliteBook x360 (830 G8 Notebook) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 13.3" - IPS
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)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 72% NTSC
Features BrightView, Full HD ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) eDP anti-glare, Corning Gorilla glass 5 Anti-reflective, anti-smudge, capacitive touch screen, 170° viewing angle, 72% NTSC colour gamut
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook x360 (830 G8 Notebook) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache L3 - 8 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology, Intel Smart Cache Integrated memory controller
MEMORY HP EliteBook x360 (830 G8 Notebook) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 3200 MHz
STORAGE HP EliteBook x360 (830 G8 Notebook) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe), HP Value 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook x360 (830 G8 Notebook) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology - Shared Video Memory (UMA)
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p (front)
Resolution - 5 Megapixel (rear)
Camera Features IR camera IR camera, ThinkShutter camera privacy
Video Resolutions 720p -
Sound Stereo speakers, 3 multi-array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Conexant CX11880
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook x360 (830 G8 Notebook) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
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) Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter
BATTERY HP EliteBook x360 (830 G8 Notebook) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 53 Wh 46 Wh
Battery Life Up to 13.15 hours Up to 10.36 hours
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook x360 (830 G8 Notebook) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL)
Input AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT HP EliteBook x360 (830 G8 Notebook) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL)
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav
Keyboard Name HP Premium -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, precision touchpad, glass clickpad, DuraKeys Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook x360 (830 G8 Notebook) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL)
Interfaces 2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (charging)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock (combined dual USB-C and ethernet side connection)
LAN (on supplied adapter)
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook x360 (830 G8 Notebook) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition National Academic Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
Software Included HP Support Assistant, HP Power Manager, HP Hotkey Support, Windows Defender, HP Wireless Button Driver, HP Client Catalog, HP Driver Packs, HP BIOS Config Utility, HP Image Assistant, HP System Software Manager, HP Notifications, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Privacy Settings, HP QuickDrop, HP Client Management Script Library (free download), myHP, Touchpoint Customiser for Commercial, HSA Fusion for Commercial, HSA Telemetry for Commercial, HP Noise Cancellation Software, Tile, HP Smart Support, HP Manageability & Integration Kit Gen4 (free download) -
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook x360 (830 G8 Notebook) Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 (20VL)
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories HP 45 Watt nPFC USB-C AC Adapter ThinkPad Pen Pro, USB-C power adapter, ThinkPad Ethernet Extension Adapter Gen 2
Integrated Options Tile module G-sensor
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features BIOS Absolute Persistence, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, Power On Authentication, Pre-boot Authentication, BIOS Update via Network, HP Sure Sense, HP Secure Erase, HP Sure Start Gen 6, HP Client Security Manager Gen 7, HP BIOSphere Gen 6 Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, A-Tick, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, CIT, low halogen, ICCP RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
TCO Certified - TCO Certified Notebooks 8
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) 8 - 95%
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