HP Elite x2 G8vsHonor MagicBook X 16

We compare these two popular phones to help you decide which one fits your needs and budget better.

HP
HP Elite x2 G8
Elite x2 G8

Quick Stats

The HP Elite x2 G8 delivers solid performance with seamless app handling and efficient multitasking capabilities overall.
The HP Elite x2 G8 boasts a premium, sturdy aviation-grade aluminum build and exceptional overall build quality.
The HP Elite x2 G8's stunning 13-inch touchscreen display is its standout feature overall.
The HP Elite x2 G8 offers a premium build with advanced features for seamless performance.
Honor
HONOR MagicBook X 16
MagicBook X 16

Quick Stats

The HONOR MagicBook X 16 delivers smooth performance with its Intel Core i5 processor and decent RAM.
The Honor MagicBook X 16 has an excellent magnesium alloy chassis with sturdy construction and premium feel overall.
The HONOR MagicBook X 16 features an impressive 16-inch IPS display with vibrant colors and 300 nits brightness.
The Honor MagicBook X 16 boasts a range of features including USB ports, HDMI, and a USBC port.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
HP Elite x2 G8
#580
Honor MagicBook X 16
Winner
#578
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
HP Elite x2 G8
#815
Honor MagicBook X 16
#498
Winner
Display
HP Elite x2 G8
#394
Honor MagicBook X 16
#390
Winner
Performance
HP Elite x2 G8
#740
Honor MagicBook X 16
#739
Winner
Build
HP Elite x2 G8
#34
Winner
Honor MagicBook X 16
#601
Features
HP Elite x2 G8
#369
Honor MagicBook X 16
#64
Winner

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Specifications Comparison
Specification
HP HP Elite x2 G8
Honor HONOR MagicBook X 16
up to 16GB
up to 16GB
up to 2000GB SSD
up to 512GB SSD
Intel Core i7-1185G7
Intel Core i5-1235U
Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (96EU)
Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (80EU)

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

HP Elite x2 G8

Strengths

The tablet is made out of Aviation grade aluminium and looks premium
The Spill resistant keyboard is backlit with two levels of brightness and has a click pad with multi-gesture support
Typing on the keyboard is comfortable and doesn't have too much sway while pressing
A vacum touch pen is included, which has two configurable buttons and is really accurate with over 2,000 levels of pressure sensitivity
The hinge in the back is 150° up tilt and designed to withstand 5 years of eight openings per day
Specs are pretty solid with an 11 gen i7 processor, 16 GB of RAM, and a 256 GB mvme SSD
HP Elite x2 G8 has a 13-in gorgeous touchscreen display with almost 4K resolution of 3000x 2000 pixels

Weaknesses

The price is steep at $2,500
The tablet is not light enough at 1.3 kg being the same as some other 14-in laptops
Camera quality could be better with only a full HD on the front and an 8 megapixel one on the back
Battery life is average lasting around 3 hours of intense use
The touchpad could be faster like ones from laptops, also including left and right click buttons
A USB-A port would have been useful as there are a lot of peripherals that don't use USBC
Graphics performance is slower compared to the Microsoft Surface Pro 8 tablet

Honor MagicBook X 16

Strengths

The laptop has excellent build quality with no flexors on the magnesium alloy chassis.
It has a very reasonable weight of 1.75 kilograms similar to the competition.
You get a really nice slim bezel, 16 by 10 aspect ratio, 16 inch IPS display that pushes a 1920 by 1200 pixel resolution and covers 100% of the sRGB color space.
The display has up to 300 nits of brightness which is sufficient for working indoors.
You get a fingerprint reader embedded on the power button for Biometrics authentication.
Productivity users will appreciate the Magic Book X16 keyboard as it comes with a very spacious number pad and large keycaps for comfortable typing experience.
The laptop performs well and I never hear the fans kick in even when running multiple browser tabs, making it a very pleasant experience to work on.

Weaknesses

The display bezel webcam is a pretty underwhelming 720p camera with no IR sensor for facial recognition.
The backspace, enter, and right shift key are shrunken in size which might not be ideal for some users.
The trackpad isn't as large as I would like it to be but tracks well enough that doesn't force me to use an external Mouse.
Battery life is a far cry from what the company claims with only up to 4 hours of usage on a single charge.
The side panel feature can be accessed by pressing the function plus f11 key which might require some getting used to.
Read Full Reviews

HP Elite x2 G8

The HP Elite x2 G8 is a premium tablet designed for business professionals seeking portability and style. With a $2,500 price tag, this device boasts an aviation-grade aluminum body, a spill-resistant backlit keyboard, and a vibrant 13-inch touchscreen display with an almost 4K resolution. Powered by an Intel Core i7 and featuring 16GB of RAM, it's geared towards power users on-the-go who require intense productivity. But how does it stack up against its competitors?

Honor MagicBook X 16

The Honor MagicBook X 16 is a mid-range laptop that offers impressive features at an affordable price point. Priced under $3500, this device boasts a sleek metallic design, excellent build quality, and a slim bezel display with a 100% sRGB color space and up to 300 nits of brightness. Equipped with a range of productivity-friendly features, including a fingerprint reader and decent port selection, the MagicBook X 16 is poised to appeal to students and office workers looking for a reliable laptop experience.

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