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Meet the HP EliteBook x360 1030 G2 convertible laptop

A versatile office and business notebook, the HP EliteBook x360 1030 G2 laptop is slim and well-equipped for its size and price.

It boasts a 13.3-inch display with options for different high-definition panels, impressive security, and the flexibility of an adaptive hinge design that supports a range of work modes. It also features powerful new manageability features, and a design tailored to get the most from its touch screen and convertible features.

Meet the HP EliteBook x360 1030 G2 convertible laptop

The HP EliteBook x360 1030 G2 is clad in a precision-cut, silver CNC aluminum unibody frame with diamond cut accents, and boasts a lot of functionality packed into its small build.

From a convenient spill-resistant backlit keyboard with adjustable brightness to biometric security features, even its core convertibility features don’t come at the cost of sacrificing space or performance.

Compact and easy to carry or hold

This laptop is incredibly slim and measures just 15 mm thick from top to bottom. Overall, its body is 12.48 x 8.6 x 0.59 inches, which makes it easy to stow-and-go in just about any bag or carrying case you prefer. It may not be the thinnest HP laptop, but it’s certainly in the running.

Preloaded with Windows 10 Pro 64

If you’re looking for a little more than just the standard OS, you’ll be happy to hear each configuration ships preloaded with Windows 10 Pro 64. With the Pro version of Windows 10, you’ll gain access to a variety of features that support stronger collaboration, manageability, and security across the board.

Great touch functionality

As a convertible, this laptop offers superb touch functionality with options for extra display protection and stylus options including the HP Rechargeable Active Pen and WACOM AES Pen.

You’ll also benefit from the core convertibility features, such as the option to work in any one of five basic modes. These include a traditional laptop mode and a more viewer-friendly tablet mode that we’ll describe in more detail below.

Extra security features

To offer some additional protection, the HP EliteBook x360 1030 G2 boasts hardened laptop security features that you can manage at your discretion. Starting with login authentication, you can set up as many as three authentication factors including fingerprint and facial recognition.

The display’s HP Sure View feature protects your information and activity from prying eyes, while a whole suite of new functions keeps your BIOS safe from attack. HP Sure Click improves your security while browsing the web, while HP Sure Run offers additional OS protection.

Primary hardware specifications

Now we’ll take a look at the HP EliteBook x360 1030 G2’s critical hardware components, such as its processor and displays options, among others, to give you a better idea of what’s powering this versatile device.

A range of processor options with integrated Intel HD Graphics

The HP EliteBook’s starting configuration features the Intel® Core™ i7-7200U processor, but if you need something more powerful, you can upgrade all the way to the Intel Core i7-7600U. And when it comes to graphics, your options range from integrated Intel HD Graphics 620 – X3U19AV up to the more powerful Intel HD Graphics 620 – X3U21AV.

Memory

You also have options to choose from when it comes to RAM. This laptop comes loaded with your choice of 8GB  of onboard DDR4–2133 SDRAM, so you can choose whichever level you need based on your use and software preference.

Responsive solid-state drive storage

There are plenty of storage options, too, for those who want to locally maintain their files. And luckily for those who want the most responsive and efficient drive available, the customization options all include solid-state drive (SSD) options.

From 512GB , there are plenty of options and price points in-between. If you’re not familiar with an SSD, this type of storage is more efficient and lower impact than the traditional HDD, which has moving parts and can accumulate more heat and may require cooling down your laptop.

HD displays with privacy and anti-wear protection

The 13.3-inch ultra slim touch screen display is available in three configurations, starting with two Full High Definition (FHD) options. These can come equipped with Corning® Gorilla® Glass for extra protection against wear and use, in addition to the HP Sure View integrated privacy screen for privacy concerns.

At the top end, you’ll find the premium Ultra High Definition (UHD) display with Corning Gorilla Glass. No matter which you choose, all these displays are optimized for usability with an enhanced brightness range to offer extra visual clarity in any light.

Multiple work modes for improved use

When we think of the workspace, many of us still imagine a traditional setup with a desk, PC, and monitor. But flexibility is becoming increasingly important in our modern work environments, which is exactly why the HP EliteBook x360 1030 G2 was designed with five work modes.

Not only that, but the keyboard and hinge were built to function quietly, so converting the laptop from one mode to the next is discrete and comfortable.