Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business vs. HP Elite x2 (G8)

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HP Elite x2 (G8)
HP Elite x2 (G8)

Our Rating: 85 %

In depth comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business and HP Elite x2 (G8). 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.

Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile form factor

sharp pixelSense display

improved battery life

robust build quality

good processor performance

limited port selection

higher price bracket

no dedicated GPU

modest base storage

HP Elite x2 (G8) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP Elite x2 (G8) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

impressive detachable design

vivid, bright display

solid build quality

responsive touchscreen

good security features

average battery life

limited port selection

higher price point

no dedicated graphics

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business and HP Elite x2 (G8)
83 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business vs. HP Elite x2 (G8) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business HP Elite x2 (G8)
Product Type Tablet - no keyboard Tablet - with detachable keyboard
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.2 cm x 20.1 cm x 0.85 cm -
Dimensions (WxDxH) - tablet - 28.93 cm x 21.58 cm x 0.88 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details - 28.93 cm x 21.58 cm x 1.42 cm / 1.17 kg - tablet with keyboard
28.93 cm x 21.58 cm x 0.88 cm / 820 g - tablet
Weight 770 g 820 g
Case Material - Aluminum
Colour Platinum -
DISPLAY Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business HP Elite x2 (G8)
Screen Size (Type) 12.3" 13" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes
LCD Backlight Technology - LED backlight
Screen Resolution 2736 x 1824 1920 x 1280 (WUXGA+)
Pixel Density (ppi) 267 -
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 -
Image Brightness - 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 72% NTSC
Features PixelSense BrightView, Corning Gorilla glass 5
PROCESSOR Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business HP Elite x2 (G8)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 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 8 MB L3 - 8 MB
Features - Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business HP Elite x2 (G8)
RAM 16 GB 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed - 4266 MHz
Rated Speed - 4266 MHz
STORAGE Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business HP Elite x2 (G8)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business HP Elite x2 (G8)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video System Features Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory) -
Camera Yes Yes - Full HD (front)
Resolution 8 Megapixel (rear), 5 Megapixel (front) 8 Megapixel (rear), 2 Megapixel (front)
Camera Features Rear camera with auto focus, Windows Hello Privacy shutter, IR camera
Video Resolutions 1080p 1080p
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Dual stereo speakers, 3 multi-array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3292
Compliant Standards Dolby Atmos -
Audio Features - Bang & Olufsen Audio, 2 NXP TFA9894 discrete amplifiers
COMMUNICATIONS Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business HP Elite x2 (G8)
Wireless 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 201
Features - Miracast, dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business HP Elite x2 (G8)
Technology - 2-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) - 47 Wh
Battery Life Up to 15 hours Up to 11 hours
AC ADAPTER Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business HP Elite x2 (G8)
Input - AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business HP Elite x2 (G8)
Type - Detachable keyboard, ClickPad
Keyboard Name - HP Premium
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Volume control, multi-touch clickpad, glass clickpad, spill-resistant
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business HP Elite x2 (G8)
Interfaces USB-C
USB
SurfaceConnect
Headphone output
Dock
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSDXC) -
SOFTWARE Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business HP Elite x2 (G8)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Pro (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence - English
Software Included Microsoft 365 Business Standard, Business Premium or Microsoft 365 Apps (30 days trial), Microsoft 365 Apps (requires licence or subscription) HP Support Assistant, HP Power Manager, HP Hotkey Support, Windows Defender, HP Secure Erase, HP Wireless Button Driver, HP Client Catalogue (free download), HP Image Assistant (free download), HP PC Hardware Diagnostics, HP Notifications, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Privacy Settings, HP QuickDrop, HP WorkWell, HP Manageability Integration Kit Gen4 (free dowload), HP Client Management Script Library (free download), HP BIOSphere Gen6, myHP, Touchpoint Customiser for Commercial, HP Noise Cancellation Software, HP Client Security Manager Gen7, HP Smart Support
MISCELLANEOUS Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ for Business HP Elite x2 (G8)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter Keyboard, 65W USB-C power adapter
Bundled with - HP Wolf Pro Security Edition (1 year)
Integrated Options Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, magnetometer, gyroscope Tile module, accelerometer, ambient light sensor, magnetometer, hall sensor, gyroscope, HP Tamper Lock
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type - Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Built-in kickstand Automatic DriveLock, BIOS Absolute Persistence, HP DriveLock, HP Sure Click, HP Sure Sense, HP Secure Erase, built-in kickstand, HP Sure Start Gen 6, HP Sure Admin, Secured-core PC capable, HP Sure Run Gen 4, HP Client Security Manager Gen 7, HP BIOSphere Gen 6, HP Sure Recover Gen 4
Compliant Standards - CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, A-Tick, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, CIT, low halogen, ICCP
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
TCO Certified - TCO Certified Notebooks 8
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 0 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 10 - 90% (non-condensing)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - parts and labour - 3 years
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