

The largest port on the right-hand side connects the adapter for D-SUB and Ethernet output, as well as other accessories such as port replicators and docking stations. A microSD slot is included, but there’s no slot for a full-size SD card. The Folio features a fingerprint reader, NFC and TPM 1.2, and its edges have two USB 3 ports, a headphone jack and an HDMI output. This machine is also integrated with HP’s BIOSphere system, which provides security for smaller business and notebook deployments.

The EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 includes virus protection and data encryption, and it adheres to several MIL-STD-810G tests – another tick for build quality. HP has managed to squeeze some business features into the Folio’s slim frame.

Gigabit Ethernet is only available through an adapter, and there’s no provision for mobile broadband.
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Storage comes courtesy of a 256GB Samsung PM851 hard disk, plus there’s the usual dual-band 802.11ac wireless and Bluetooth 4.0. The Lenovo ThinkPad has a Core i7 processor and faster integrated graphics, and the HP ZBook has an AMD FirePro graphics chipset. It’s impressive technology, but it has its work cut out. It’s a mid-range CPU with two Hyper-Threaded cores clocked to 1.1GHz and a lofty 2.6GHz Turbo peak, and it has Intel’s new HD Graphics 5300 integrated GPU. The Broadwell architecture improves performance and power efficiency, and the chip used inside this machine is the Core M-5Y51. The most important part is a new Intel Core M processor. The Folio’s slimline build results in modest components. It’s the same situation as the Lenovo ThinkPad, but it’s less access than the ZBook. However, the memory is soldered to the board. Getting inside the Folio requires removing around a dozen Torx screws, and the M.2 hard disk, wireless card and battery are all accessible. The tapered front edge, aluminium design and dark keyboard of the EliteBook are strikingly familiar. The EliteBook looks fantastic, but it’s obvious HP’s designers have taken inspiration from the Apple MacBook Air. It’s even more sleek than most consumer Ultrabooks. The EliteBook weighs 1.2kg, undercutting many of its business rivals, such as the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon and the HP ZBook 14 G2. The HP’s physical statistics are impressive. We’d advice putting it in a sleeve to protect its good looks, but it’s easily strong enough to survive office life. The screen may be slim, but there’s barely any flex, and the base has similar strength. The fantastic design is paired with great build quality. Below the keypad you’ll find a wide trackpad, a logo and a fingerprint reader. The black keys stand out from the metallic surround, and above is a smart Hewlett-Packard logo and speaker grille. The front edge is tapered, and the ports are laser-cut from the metal.Įase the smooth hinge open and the interior looks just as smart. The smart HP logo on the lid is reflective, and on the hinge sits the “Hewlett-Packard” name in narrow, modern lettering. It’s made from an aluminium and magnesium alloy, which feels solid and cool in the hand.

See also: The 10 Best Laptops Right Now HP EliteBook Folio 1020 G1 – Design It has a good set of business features crammed inside, but do they justify the £1,892 price? However, with its aluminium finish, smart logo and tapered front edge, it looks more like a consumer Ultrabook than an office workhorse. The HP EliteBook Folio 1020 is a business laptop.
