HP ProBook x360 435 G8 vs Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga (Gen 3)
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga has the edge: it is lighter and has Thunderbolt or USB4. The HP ProBook x360 435 G8 still has an SD card reader and can be upgraded, so it's worth a look if that matters more to you.
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Key differences
- Weight Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga wins
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga is 0.3 kg lighter: 1.19 kg against 1.45 kg.
- Ports Depends on you
Only the HP ProBook x360 435 G8 has an SD card reader, while only the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga has Thunderbolt or USB4.
- Upgrades HP ProBook x360 435 G8 wins
The HP ProBook x360 435 G8's memory can be upgraded later; the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga's is fixed.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the HP ProBook x360 435 G8 if…
- You plug things in: it has an SD card reader (for camera cards).
- You might want more memory later: you can add it yourself.
- You multitask a lot: its AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5850U stays smooth with lots of apps and tabs open.
Choose the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga if…
- You'll carry it every day: at 1.19 kg it's easy to take everywhere.
- You plug things in: it has Thunderbolt or USB4 (for fast docks and drives).
- You're often away from a plug: it has the bigger battery (52.8 Wh).
Full spec comparison
Add more laptopsThe Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga leads on battery and weight; elsewhere the two are closely matched. Highlighted values mark the better spec in each row, and you can hide the rows where they match.
Performance
The HP ProBook x360 435 G8 is ahead on performance.
It can be upgraded, and the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | HP ProBook x360 435 G8 | Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga (Gen 3) |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5850U | Intel Core i7-1265U |
| Graphics | AMD Radeon Graphics | Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
| Memory (RAM) | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory type | DDR4-3200 | LPDDR4X-4266 |
| Maximum memory | 32 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory upgrades | Upgradeable (slots) | Soldered (not upgradeable) |
| Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB |
| Storage type | SSD | SSD |
| Storage interface | PCIe NVMe M.2 | PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe M.2 2280 |
| Storage slots | — | 1 |
Screen
Both screens are closely matched.
Size, sharpness and smoothness are near enough the same, so neither has a real edge to look at.
| Spec | HP ProBook x360 435 G8 | Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga (Gen 3) |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 13.3" | 13.3" |
| Resolution | Full HD (1920 x 1080) | Full HD+ (1920 x 1200) |
| Aspect ratio | 16:9 | 16:10 |
| Panel | IPS | IPS |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Variable refresh (VRR) | No | — |
| Brightness | — | 400 nits |
| HDR | None | None |
| Finish | Glossy | Glossy |
| Touchscreen | Yes | Yes |
| Pen standard | — | Lenovo Integrated Pen |
Battery and size
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga is ahead on battery and weight.
It is lighter and has a bigger battery, and the HP ProBook x360 435 G8 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | HP ProBook x360 435 G8 | Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga (Gen 3) |
|---|---|---|
| Battery life (maker claim) | Up to 17 hours | Up to 17.66 hours |
| Battery capacity | 45 Wh | 52.8 Wh |
| Charger | — | 65 W |
| Charges via | USB-C (Power Delivery) and AC power connector | USB-C |
| Fast charging | 50% in 30 minutes (with 65 W adapter) | Rapid Charge: up to 80% in 1 hour |
| Weight | 1.45 kg | 1.19 kg |
| Dimensions | 308.5 x 222.95 x 17.95 mm | 305 x 214.15 x 15.9 mm |
| Materials | anodized aluminum top cover and keyboard deck | carbon-fibre hybrid top and bottom |
| Durability | MIL-STD-810H | MIL-STD-810H |
| Hinge | 360-degree convertible (laptop, tablet, stand, tent modes) | 360-degree convertible |
| Colour | — | Black |
| Colours available | — | Thunder Black |
Ports and wireless
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga is ahead on ports and wireless.
The HP ProBook x360 435 G8 has an SD card reader, while the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga has Thunderbolt or USB4 and has Wi-Fi 6.
| Spec | HP ProBook x360 435 G8 | Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga (Gen 3) |
|---|---|---|
| Ports | 1x USB-C 10Gbps (Power Delivery charging, DisplayPort 1.4), 2x USB-A 5Gbps (1 charging), 1x HDMI 1.4b, 1x 3.5 mm headphone/microphone combo, 1x microSD, 1x AC power connector | 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 (one Always On), 2x Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 40Gbps (Power Delivery 3.0, DisplayPort 2.0), 1x HDMI 2.1 (up to 4K/60Hz), 1x 3.5 mm audio |
| Thunderbolt / USB4 | None | Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 40Gbps |
| External displays (max) | — | 3 |
| Card reader | microSD | None |
| Ethernet | None | None |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth 5.2 |
| Mobile data | None | — |
Features
Both have much the same extras.
From the keyboard to the webcam and login, there is little between them.
| Spec | HP ProBook x360 435 G8 | Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga (Gen 3) |
|---|---|---|
| Webcam | 720p | HD |
| Webcam privacy | HP Privacy Camera | physical shutter |
| Backlit keyboard | — | Yes |
| Keyboard | HP Premium Keyboard, spill resistant with DuraKeys | UK English, backlit, spill-resistant |
| Login | — | Fingerprint |
| Number pad | — | No |
| Touchpad | Clickpad with multi-touch gesture support | Mylar, 56 x 115 mm, TrackPoint |
| Speakers | 2 integrated stereo speakers, 2 W/4 ohm each | stereo speakers, Dolby Audio |
| Microphones | dual array | dual-array |
| Pen | Supported (sold separately) | Supported (sold separately) |
| Security | TPM 2.0, Nano Security Lock Slot, HP Sure Start Gen6, HP Sure Click, HP Sure Sense | discrete TPM 2.0, Kensington Nano Security Slot, fingerprint |
Software and model
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga is ahead on software and updates.
It is newer, and the HP ProBook x360 435 G8 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | HP ProBook x360 435 G8 | Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga (Gen 3) |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Pro |
| Model number | — | 21AXS0MT00 |
| Released | 2021 | 2022 |