Samsung Galaxy Book Flex2 5G (NP930QCAJ) vs. HP Elite x360 (1040 G9 Notebook)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Samsung Galaxy Book Flex2 5G (NP930QCAJ) and HP Elite x360 (1040 G9 Notebook). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

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

HP Elite x360 (1040 G9 Notebook) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP Elite x360 (1040 G9 Notebook) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile convertible design

sharp, bright display

strong build quality

excellent security features

fast performance

expensive price point

limited port variety

average battery life

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Samsung Galaxy Book Flex2 5G (NP930QCAJ) and HP Elite x360 (1040 G9 Notebook)
82 % - Design
86 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
87 % - Design
87 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Book Flex2 5G (NP930QCAJ) vs. HP Elite x360 (1040 G9 Notebook) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Samsung Galaxy Book Flex2 5G (NP930QCAJ) HP Elite x360 (1040 G9 Notebook)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.49 cm x 20.23 cm x 1.49 cm 31.56 cm x 22.565 cm x 1.92 cm
Weight 1.26 kg 1.35 kg
Colour Royal silver -
DISPLAY Samsung Galaxy Book Flex2 5G (NP930QCAJ) HP Elite x360 (1040 G9 Notebook)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" 14" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes Yes
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight WLED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Pixel Density (ppi) - 162
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:10
Image Brightness - 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
Features Quantum Dot Technology, Outdoor-Readable Low Blue Light technology, Low Power, HP Eye Ease, WUXGA ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) anti-glare eDP +PSR2
PROCESSOR Samsung Galaxy Book Flex2 5G (NP930QCAJ) HP Elite x360 (1040 G9 Notebook)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 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 L3 - 8 MB L3 - 12 MB
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost)
MEMORY Samsung Galaxy Book Flex2 5G (NP930QCAJ) HP Elite x360 (1040 G9 Notebook)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed - 4800 MHz
Rated Speed - 4800 MHz
STORAGE Samsung Galaxy Book Flex2 5G (NP930QCAJ) HP Elite x360 (1040 G9 Notebook)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe), triple-level cell (TLC)
AUDIO & VIDEO Samsung Galaxy Book Flex2 5G (NP930QCAJ) HP Elite x360 (1040 G9 Notebook)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Resolution - 5 Megapixel
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, HP Auto Frame
Sound AKG stereo speakers, dual array microphone Dual stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards SoundAlive -
Audio Features Smart Amp Bang & Olufsen Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Samsung Galaxy Book Flex2 5G (NP930QCAJ) HP Elite x360 (1040 G9 Notebook)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - 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, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED 6E
Features Dual stream (2x2) Miracast, Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2), CNVi
WWAN
Generation 5G -
BATTERY Samsung Galaxy Book Flex2 5G (NP930QCAJ) HP Elite x360 (1040 G9 Notebook)
Technology - 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 69.7 Wh 51.3 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 13.75 hours
AC ADAPTER Samsung Galaxy Book Flex2 5G (NP930QCAJ) HP Elite x360 (1040 G9 Notebook)
Input - AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V, 8 A
INPUT Samsung Galaxy Book Flex2 5G (NP930QCAJ) HP Elite x360 (1040 G9 Notebook)
Type Keyboard, ClickPad, S Pen Keyboard, ClickPad
Keyboard Name - HP Premium
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features - Spill-resistant, precision touchpad, multi-gesture clickpad, DuraKeys
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Samsung Galaxy Book Flex2 5G (NP930QCAJ) HP Elite x360 (1040 G9 Notebook)
Interfaces HDMI
Thunderbolt 4
USB-C
USB 3.0
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (charging)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, UFS Card) -
SOFTWARE Samsung Galaxy Book Flex2 5G (NP930QCAJ) HP Elite x360 (1040 G9 Notebook)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included 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 HP Support Assistant, HP Power Manager, HP Hotkey Support, HP Secure Erase, HP Drive Packs (free download), HP Client Catalogue (free download), HP PC Hardware Diagnostics, HP Manageability & Integration Kit (free download), HP Notifications, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Sure Click, HP Privacy Settings, HP Cloud Recovery, HP Sure Sense, HP Sure Admin, HP QuickDrop, HP Client Management Script Library (free download), HP BIOSphere Gen6, myHP, HP Image Assistant Gen5 (free download), HP Client Security Manager Gen7, HP SureStart Gen7, Tile, HP Easy Clean, HP Smart Support, HP Quick Touch, HP Sure Recover Gen5, HP Sure Run Gen5
MISCELLANEOUS Samsung Galaxy Book Flex2 5G (NP930QCAJ) HP Elite x360 (1040 G9 Notebook)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter HP 65 Watt nPFC USB-C AC Adapter
Integrated Options Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, gyro sensor Accelerometer, magnetometer, gyro sensor, hall sensor, Time of Flight (ToF), HP Tamper Lock
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader 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 Samsung DeX BIOS Absolute Persistence, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, HP Fast Charge, BIOS Update via Network
Compliant Standards IEC 61960 CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, GS, SABS, CCC, FIPS 140-2 Level 2, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, A-Tick, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, CIT, low halogen, IEEE 1680, ICCP, AUS/NZ
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 0 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 10 - 90% (non-condensing)
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
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