Let discuss about the new HP Chromebook x2 11 with some attractive features and functionlities. iPad is a dilemma for Google and its hardware partners. Since Apple has taken the tablet industry by storm, Google has been unable to compete. Of course, the main problem is that there aren’t many Android app developers who make apps for devices other than smartphones. Apple’s iPad provides a first-rate tablet experience, but Google’s Android platform does not.

Google, on the other hand, deserves credit for trying. Once again, it went back to the drawing board and introduced support for Android apps to Chrome OS after a string of failures with several Android tablet ventures. While Android applications may be used to fill in the gaps, web apps can accommodate the bigger screen sizes. It was a smart move. Traditional laptops, rather than 2-in-1s or convertibles, represent the majority of Chromebooks. With its two-in-one features, the iPad is still unbeatable.

That’s where HP’s Chromebook x2 11 comes in. Detachable is a Chrome OS-based tablet 2-in-1 geared for Gen Z and those who use an Android smartphone for most of their daily personal technology duties but occasionally need a more significant touch-based device for entertainment and productivity. And it can’t be an iPad either. It remains to be seen whether or not it will be successful. So let’s have a look at what we have.

Display

Unlike many other laptops, HP’s Chromebook x2 boasts an excellent 3:2 aspect ratio for tablet or laptop use in either landscape or portrait mode. On bright, sunny days, it’s insufficiently bright at 400 nits. It’s matte rather than glossy, which I prefer for productivity work in particular. Gorilla Glass 4 also protects it.

Components within the body

This low-end processor suffers under Chrome OS, especially when running several Chrome tabs or windows or Android apps alongside your online apps. The HP Chromebook x2 11 will not be a performance champ in either of these scenarios.

 

The good news is that the x2 is completely quiet and does not produce any heat. The rotation of the screen, for example, occurs swiftly enough. As a whole, it’s about on par with Microsoft’s Surface Go tiny 2-in-1 range.

HP Chromebook x2 11 Design

With its stunning metal design and similarity to Apple’s iPad Air, the HP Chromebook x2 is an excellent alternative to the iPad.

There are no noticeable differences in shape or size between it and the iPad Air, other than that the iPad is a bit lighter and thinner.

As for the smaller bezels, they are almost identical to those on the iPad Air. It’s a lovely sight.

The HP, on the other hand, stands apart from the iPad since it comes pre-loaded with two helpful and relevant accessories that can be attached to the device through magnets. At 170 degrees, it may be positioned at various angles, and I’ve found it very stable.

There’s also a Surface Pro-like keyboard cover with an integrated keyboard and trackpad for the front. You may use the keyboard cover to protect the x2 when you’re on the go.

Connectivity

In addition to Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) and Bluetooth 5.0, some variants of the x2 can be equipped with an LTE-compatible SIM card slot. Although each of these is a generation or two below the most modern networking standards, I never had any problems.

Expansion and port facilities

There are just two SuperSpeed USB-C connections on the left, which is the least remarkable kind of USB-C and only delivers 5 Gbps of data transfer capability, as you might expect from a tablet. There are two available ports.

You’ll find an LTE card slot above the volume buttons and USB ports on the left side of the x2 if you’ve got an LTE-enabled model, like the review unit, which does.

An area magnetized to retain a USI smartpen is located on the right side of the device, which may be found on some versions or purchased separately. It’s pretty decent at holding the pen, although I’d still be wary of using it while on the road.

Both audio and video

Two cameras, a 5MP wide-angle front camera and an 8MP back camera are included in the HP Chromebook x2. The built-in microphone of the x2 makes it possible to conduct online meetings. I’ve never used the back camera, and I don’t understand why anyone would.

Chrome OS, which hasn’t yet been installed on the x2, has the ability to scan documents through a back webcam. That’s a good point.)

The Bang & Olufsen-tuned stereo speakers on the x2 work nicely with the 2K display to deliver a pleasant viewing experience. Music on YouTube Music was distorted, but Mad Max: Fury Road looked and sounded excellent regardless of the volume setting. The lack of a headphone jack is odd.

Pens, keyboards, and touchpads

It’s no surprise that the included keyboard cover provides a somewhat mediocre typing experience, with a cramped keyboard, undersized, non-backlit keys, and a lot of flex and key noise.

Due to the fact that I have large hands and am inexperienced with the Chrome OS keyboard layout’s particular constraints, I was unable to compose my evaluation on the x2. Because of my long familiarity with Windows keyboard shortcuts, I was unable to fast browse through the words on the underlying page efficiently.

That’s not going to be a problem for everyone, of course. Anyone who purchases this Chromebook will have to deal with its keyboard cover being nearly useless unless it is put on a desk or other firm, stable surface. A problem with the touchpad occurred when I tried to text on it while laying down on a sofa or in bed, and I observed frequent and regular phantom touchpad clicks, a deal-breaker, not simply an annoyance.

The keyboard is probably suitable for folks who rarely want a larger screen for typical, PC-like work tasks, and I like that HP included it with the device. The touchpad supports Chrome OS motions, which is a big plus for me.

Like the Surface Pro 8’s, the keyboard can be either flat or tilted. The x2 is kept in place by magnets in the latter situation.

Only one of the three x2 configurations comes with HP’s Wireless Rechargeable USI Pen, a surprise inclusion in the review unit. The good news is that you can buy it separately, and if you buy an x2, you may want to. Despite its relatively modest price and mid-range performance, this smartpen works pretty well, can last up to 20 days on a single charge, and charges automatically when magnetically hooked to the device’s side, which is a great touch. Although it isn’t the Surface Slim Pen 2, it is pretty close.

Google Cursive, a handwritten note-taking software, and Concepts, a drawing tool, are included with the x2 and may be used with the pen.

HP Chromebook x2 11 Portability & Unique hardware features

The small power button with an integrated fingerprint scanner worked reliably on the x2. The Chromebook x2 11 weighs 1.23 pounds (without the keyboard or kickstand) compared to Apple’s iPad Air, which weighs under 1 pound. Additionally, the x2 is somewhat thicker, at 0.3 inches instead of 0.24 inches. What’s more, it’s a lot easier to carry along than most Chromebooks or PCs.

As a smaller, secondary device, I didn’t use Chrome OS for lengthy periods of time, thus I don’t have a good means of monitoring battery life. Anecdotally, I was able to achieve roughly 7-8 hours of battery life on a single charge, thus I can only report that.

Software

If you’re looking for an ultra-clean version of Chrome OS, you’ll get it on the HP Chromebook x2 11. The Google Play Store, which can be accessed on Android smartphones and gadgets, is now available for iOS apps. Many, if not most, of these apps, are not optimized for tablets with bigger screens, such as the x2. As a result, you’ll be limited to utilizing apps designed for smartphones or full-screen programs that don’t take advantage of the larger display.

Using apps that are available on both the web and Android might present a challenge since the functionality offered by each platform differs, making it difficult to choose between them. In these situations, you’ll have to put your skills to the test and see which you prefer. As far as Chromebooks go, I’ve noticed that online apps operate considerably better than Android apps on the x2 (and similar Chromebooks).

Chrome OS, on the other hand, has some very significant advantages, particularly for Android smartphone users. Using the Phone Hub interface, you can view your phone’s alerts and browser tabs on the Chromebook. Cursive, Concept, and HP’s online app version of QuickDrop are all included with the x2, further enhancing its capabilities. Using this program, you may wirelessly transfer files between your phone and Chromebook. (QuickDrop has to be installed on the phone.)

As a supplementary computer, this has the correct combination of features, and it should meet the demands of its intended audience.

Conclusions and suggestions

The HP Chromebook x2 11 is nearly enough as a supplementary computer. However, the device’s poor performance and flimsy keyboard cover make it unsuitable for most users, and I would only suggest it to those who are willing to accept its restrictions. Of course, you’ll save money if you get it from Best Buy, so that’s the route I’d go if you can. I also recommend the HP Wireless Rechargeable USI Pen, which completes the package and makes the x2 a more credible alternative to Microsoft’s Surface Go range of laptops.

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Configurations and pricing

The HP Chromebook x2 costs $579 for a model with 4 GB of RAM, 64 GB of eMMC storage, a Night Teal keyboard cover, and LTE support, but no pen.

A configuration with 8 GB of RAM, 64 GB of storage, a Night Teal keyboard cover, and the pen, but no LTE, is a better value. Except when it doesn’t, that version costs $590. As it turns out, most online malls offer the HP Chromebook x2 11 at a discounted price of $390.

A higher-end option with 8 GB of RAM, 64 GB of storage, a Shade Gray keyboard cover, LTE, and no pen is also available for $670.