HP EliteBook x360 1040 G8 vs Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga
The HP EliteBook x360 1040 G8 has the edge: it has more memory and has a bigger battery. The Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga still has an SD card reader, so it's worth a look if that matters more to you.
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Key differences
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Performance
HP EliteBook x360 1040 G8 wins
Same class of processor, but the HP EliteBook x360 1040 G8 has more memory (32 GB against 16 GB).
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Gaming
Evenly matched
Neither is made for modern games.
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Display
Evenly matched
Closely matched screens: 14" Full HD against 13.3" Full HD 300 nits.
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Battery life
HP EliteBook x360 1040 G8 wins
The HP EliteBook x360 1040 G8 should last longer: a 54 Wh battery against up to 10.36 hours.
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Connectivity
Evenly matched
Much the same, except that only the Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga has a card reader.
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Portability
HP EliteBook x360 1040 G8 wins
The HP EliteBook x360 1040 G8 is easier to carry at 1.32 kg, against 1.44 kg.
Other differences
- Memory HP EliteBook x360 1040 G8 wins
The HP EliteBook x360 1040 G8 has 32 GB of memory against 16 GB, so it has more room for big projects and heavy multitasking.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the HP EliteBook x360 1040 G8 if…
- You keep lots of tabs and apps open: 32 GB of memory gives it more room.
- You're often away from a plug: it has the bigger battery (54 Wh).
- You carry your laptop a lot: it's the lighter of the two at 1.32 kg.
Choose the Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga if…
- You plug things in: it has an SD card reader (for camera cards).
- You multitask a lot: its Intel Core i5-1145G7 stays smooth with lots of apps and tabs open.
- You'd like to use it as a tablet too: it folds or detaches into one.
Full spec comparison
The HP EliteBook x360 1040 G8 leads on performance and battery and weight; elsewhere the two are closely matched.
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Performance
The HP EliteBook x360 1040 G8 is ahead on performance.
It has more memory, and the Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | HP EliteBook x360 1040 G8 | Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i7-1185G7 | Intel Core i5-1145G7 |
| Graphics | Intel Iris Xe Graphics | Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
| Memory (RAM) | 32 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory type | LPDDR4X-4266 | DDR4-3200 |
| Maximum memory | 32 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory upgrades | Soldered (not upgradeable) | Soldered (not upgradeable) |
| Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB |
| Storage type | SSD | SSD |
| Storage interface | PCIe NVMe x4 M.2 | PCIe NVMe M.2 2242 |
| Storage slots | — | 1 |
Screen
On the screen, it comes down to what you need.
The HP EliteBook x360 1040 G8 has a slightly bigger screen: 14" against 13.3". The HP EliteBook x360 1040 G8 has a slightly bigger screen, and the Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | HP EliteBook x360 1040 G8 | Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 14" | 13.3" |
| Resolution | Full HD (1920 x 1080) | Full HD (1920 x 1080) |
| Aspect ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Panel | IPS | IPS |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Variable refresh (VRR) | No | No |
| Brightness | — | 300 nits |
| Colour range | — | 72% NTSC |
| HDR | — | None |
| Finish | Matte | Anti-reflective |
| Touchscreen | Yes | Yes |
Battery and size
The HP EliteBook x360 1040 G8 is ahead on battery and weight.
It has a bigger battery and is a little lighter, and the Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | HP EliteBook x360 1040 G8 | Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga |
|---|---|---|
| Battery life (maker claim) | — | Up to 10.36 hours |
| Battery capacity | 54 Wh | 46 Wh |
| Charges via | USB-C | USB-C |
| Fast charging | 50% in 30 minutes | 80% in 60 minutes |
| Weight | 1.32 kg | 1.44 kg |
| Dimensions | 319.3 x 202.6 x 16.6 mm | 311.5 x 219 x 17.6 mm |
| Materials | 75% recycled aluminium display cover; 90% recycled magnesium bottom cover | aluminium top, GFRP bottom |
| Durability | — | MIL-STD-810H |
| Hinge | 360-degree convertible | 360-degree convertible |
| Colour | Black | — |
| Colours available | — | Black, Silver |
Ports and wireless
The Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga is ahead on ports and wireless.
It has an SD card reader, and the HP EliteBook x360 1040 G8 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | HP EliteBook x360 1040 G8 | Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga |
|---|---|---|
| Ports | 2x Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 Type-C (40 Gbps, USB Power Delivery charging, DisplayPort 1.4), 2x USB-A 5 Gbps (1 with sleep-and-charge), 1x HDMI 2.0, 1x 3.5 mm headphone/microphone combo | 1x HDMI 2.0, 1x Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 40Gbps (charging, Power Delivery 3.0, DisplayPort 1.4), 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (charging, Power Delivery, DisplayPort 1.2), 1x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1, 1x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On), 1x 3.5 mm headphone/microphone combo, 1x microSD |
| Thunderbolt / USB4 | 2x Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 (40 Gbps) | Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 40Gbps |
| External displays (max) | — | 3 |
| Card reader | None | microSD |
| Ethernet | None | — |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | — |
| Wi-Fi card | Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX201 | — |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5 | — |
Features
Both have much the same extras.
From the keyboard to the webcam and login, there is little between them.
| Spec | HP EliteBook x360 1040 G8 | Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga |
|---|---|---|
| Webcam | 720p | 720p |
| Webcam privacy | electronic privacy shutter (HP Sure Shutter) | physical shutter |
| Backlit keyboard | Yes | — |
| Keyboard | backlit HP Quiet Keyboard, programmable key | 6-row spill-resistant keyboard |
| Login | Fingerprint | — |
| Number pad | No | No |
| Touchpad | glass ClickPad with Microsoft Precision Touchpad support | Mylar multi-touch touchpad with TrackPoint |
| Speakers | 4 speakers, 4 discrete amplifiers, HP Audio Boost, Bang & Olufsen | 2x 2 W stereo, Dolby Audio Premium |
| Microphones | 4-microphone array (2 world-facing) | dual-array |
| Pen | Supported (sold separately) | Supported (sold separately) |
| Security | TPM 2.0, HP Sure Start Gen6, HP Tamper Lock, Nano lock slot, fingerprint reader | discrete TPM 2.0, Kensington Security Slot, ThinkShutter |
Software and model
The HP EliteBook x360 1040 G8 is ahead on software and updates.
It is newer, and the Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | HP EliteBook x360 1040 G8 | Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Pro |
| Model number | x360 1040 G8 i7 | — |
| Released | 2021 | 2020 |