HP Elite x2 G4 review
HP Elite x2 G4 — from 2019, 1.3 kg, performance 30.
Technical specifications
| Type | Convertible (2-in-1) |
| Release year | 2019 |
| Screen | 12.3" · 1920x1080 |
| Processor | Intel Core i5 8265U , Intel Core i7 8565U , Intel Core i5 8365U , Intel Core i7 8665U |
| Max. RAM | 32 GB |
| Weight | 1.3 kg |
| Battery | 47 Wh |
Performance scores
A budget business detachable showing its age
The HP Elite x2 G4 (2019) is a business-class detachable 2-in-1: an Intel Core i5-8265U with 32 GB of RAM in a tablet form factor with a detachable keyboard. At about $260 it sits in the ultra-budget tier for convertibles, well below the $356 category median. The hardware is honestly modest: the CPU is in the "office" band, the reliability index is below median, and the integrated Intel UHD Graphics 620 handle everyday media but nothing more. The form factor is the selling point.
What it does well: detachable form factor at a low price
The Elite x2 G4's appeal is the business-class detachable tablet form factor at a bargain price. For documents, email, browsing and light office work, the i5-8265U and 32 GB of RAM are adequate. The capability fit shows minimum-setting Overwatch, Grand Theft Auto V and The Sims 4 are within reach, which is more than can be said for some iGPU-only configurations.
Where it doesn't: reliability and CPU headroom
The reliability index sits below the convertible category median, reflecting the 2019 vintage and the original business-tier build. The CPU score is also in the office band rather than above median, which limits headroom for CPU-bound workloads. The integrated graphics solution is modest, so this is not a machine for creative work or modern gaming.
Price trajectory
From an original $1,500 MSRP, the Elite x2 G4 has depreciated to about $260 today — an annual rate near 9.7%, reflecting the premium-tier original build. Projected forward, another two years bring it to roughly $212, an 18.5% drop.
How it compares
Slightly above it, the Dell XPS 15 9575 2-in-1 ($274) and HP Elite X2 1012 G2 ($297) are the natural step-up alternatives — broadly comparable detachable hardware for a small premium. Below it, the Dell Latitude 7200 2-in-1 ($234) and Lenovo Flex 3-1480 ($230) are cheaper, with the Latitude 7200 in particular offering a stronger business-class detachable build.
Bottom line
The Elite x2 G4 is worth the asking price for buyers who specifically want a business-class detachable 2-in-1 at a low price and accept the trade-offs: an office-band CPU, below-median reliability, and modest graphics. The 32 GB of RAM and the form factor are the selling points. For most buyers, the cheaper Dell Latitude 7200 2-in-1 at $234 offers a stronger detachable build for less money.
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⭐ What stands out
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graphics performance is higher than typical convertible class (+76.8%) (office tier).
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reliability is lower than typical convertible class (+40.8%) (low tier).
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CPU performance is lower than typical convertible class (+35.4%) (office tier).
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Compromise axis: mobility ↔ overall performance
🎮 What it can run
⚙️ Configuration analysis
Top configuration is built for office apps, web browsing, and basic daily tasks.
🤔 How to choose
Universal advice for any use case.
- Reliability vs price: reliability (median 49) ↔ price (median 355.7).
- Weight vs CPU: mobility (median 68) ↔ overall performance (median 37.4).
- Upgradeability vs battery: upgradability (median 50) ↔ battery life (median 4.7).
Elite x2 G4: verdict
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