HP Chromebook x2 Specs & Everything You Should Know
The HP Chromebook x2 is one of the first tablets running Google’s Chrome OS. In fact, HP calls it the first Chromebook Detachable. While it can be used as a normal tablet, it is shipping with a keyboard dock as well. In addition to that, you can use the Chromebook x2 with an active stylus. Here is everything you need to know about the first wave of Chrome OS tablets.
Highlights
- High-resolution 12.3-inch display
- Intel Core m3 dual-core processor
- Keyboard Dock
- Active Stylus
- Chrome OS with Play Store support
HP Chromebook x2: The Basics
While you might think the HP Chromebook x2 is more of an alternative to Android tablets, that is not really true. Instead, it competes with higher-end devices like the Microsoft Surface Pro and Apple iPad Pro. Yes, it can be used as a tablet, but it can replace your standard notebook too.
The 2-in-1 detachable features a full aluminum body and is 8.2 millimeters thin. If you attach the keyboard dock, it grows to 15.3 millimeters. Similar to a Surface Book, the dock is quite big, made out of aluminum as well and offers a real keyboard including a touchpad.
With its 12.3-inch display, the Chromebook x2 is much bigger than almost all Android tablets. Obviously, it is a touchscreen and is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 4. The resolution is very high at 2400 x 1600 pixels. If you want, you can use an active pen on the screen. However, as of writing this, we don’t know any further details about the stylus.
Inside the convertible Chromebook runs an Intel Core m3 7th generation dual-core processor. That chip is supported by 4GB to 8GB of RAM and a 32GB internal storage. It is expandable thanks to a MicroSD card slot with up to 256GB. Its connectors include two USB Type C ports.
Chrome OS With Android Apps
As I mentioned earlier, the HP Chromebook x2 is one of the first real Chrome OS tablets. In the last couple of years, there have been a couple of convertibles but no real detachables. However, Google has been busy with implementing more and more touchscreen features into Chrome OS. By now, it can be navigated using touch only.
It is Chrome OS so you can use all Chrome apps like you are used to from all devices of this kind. Additionally, you can install Android apps out of the Google Play Store. That is great because Android apps are optimized for touch and a lot of them feature a tablet interface anyways.
Chrome OS has one major advantage compared to Android. It is directly updated by Google, just as Windows 10 is directly updated by Microsoft. That means Chrome OS tablets will run recent software iterations much longer and faster than almost all Android devices.
Full Specifications
Tablet | HP Chromebook x2 |
---|---|
Operating System | Chrome OS |
Display | 12.3-inch IPS with 2400 x 1600 |
Processor | Intel Core m3 7th Gen |
Graphics | Intel HD Graphics 615 |
Storage | 32GB |
Expandable | micro SD card reader |
RAM | 4 – 8GB |
Rear Camera | 13MP |
Front Camera | 5MP |
Connectivity | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth |
Ports | 2 x USB Type C |
Battery | unknown |
Security | no fingerprint reader |
Dimensions | 8.2 to 15.3mm thin |
Weight | 730 to 1390g |
Alternatives
As of now, there are no direct alternatives to the HP Chromebook x2. However, you can take a look at a wide range of convertible notebooks running Chrome OS made by Samsung, HP, Lenovo, and others. Those are not detachable tablets though.
Direct competitors with other operating systems are tablets like the Microsoft Surface Pro and Lenovo MIIX 520 running Windows 10. If you prefer iOS, the iPad Pro lineup offers similar features. The Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 and Huawei MediaPad M5 Pro are direct competitors with Android but feature much smaller 10-inch screens.
Availability & Price
The HP Chromebook x2 will be available on June 10th in the United States. Prices start at 599.99 US Dollars. HP has not announced release dates or prices for other countries yet.
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HP Chromebook x2
The HP Chromebook x2 is the first detachable tablet running Chrome OS. It features a keyboard dock, and active stylus, and Android app support. The Chromebook x2 offers a high-resolution 12.3-inch display, a fast Intel Core m3 processor, and up to 8GB of RAM.-
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