HP Elite X360 13.3" 830 G11, Core Ultra 5 135U, 16GB, 512GB SSD
The Intel Core Ultra 5 135U processor at 1.6 GHz powers this 2-in-1, paired with 16GB of RAM and a 512GB SSD for quick data access. Its 13.3-inch 1920x1200 touchscreen and 1.32kg weight make it easy to carry and use on the go, with a European keyboard layout. Best suited for students or compact-device users who need a light, touch-enabled laptop for everyday tasks, not for gaming.
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Snapshot
The 30-Second Version
The HP Elite X360 830 G11 scores in the 94th percentile for compactness and the 98th percentile for integrated graphics, making it a surprisingly capable lightweight 2-in-1 at $443 used. But the 10th percentile port selection and 33rd percentile reliability score are hard to ignore. It's a travel-friendly business machine with a European keyboard layout, not a gaming laptop or a port hub.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- GPU performance in the 98th percentile for integrated graphics 94th
- Compact score of 94th percentile with a 1.32kg weight 79th
- 13.3" 1920x1200 touchscreen with 2-in-1 flexibility 69th
- Core Ultra 5 135U handles everyday business tasks without breaking a sweat
- 512GB SSD keeps boot times and app launches snappy
Cons
- Gaming score of 8.7 out of 100, this is not a gaming machine
- Port selection in the 10th percentile, bring your dongles
- Reliability score at the 33rd percentile is below average
- 16GB RAM and 512GB storage both sit at the 37th percentile
- European keyboard layout may frustrate US buyers
The proof
Performance
The Core Ultra 5 135U is a 12-core chip running at 1.6GHz base, and it lands right in the middle of our database at the 53rd percentile. That means everyday office work, browser tabs, and video calls are all fine. You won't feel like you're waiting on the machine for basic tasks. But this isn't a rendering rig or a compile monster. The 16GB of RAM is enough for multitasking, though it's at the 37th percentile, so power users who keep 40 Chrome tabs and three Excel workbooks open might feel the squeeze.
The integrated Intel graphics scoring in the 98th percentile is the fun stat here. For a laptop without a discrete GPU, that's genuinely impressive. Light photo editing, 4K video playback, and even some older games will run better than you'd expect from a 1.32kg business machine. Just don't confuse integrated graphics with a gaming laptop. The gaming score of 8.7 out of 100 tells you everything you need to know about playing modern titles on this thing.
Specifications
Full Specifications
Processor
| CPU | AMD Ryzen 3 1200 |
| Cores | 12 |
| Frequency | 1.6 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 12 MB |
Graphics
| GPU | Intel Integrated Graphics |
| Type | Integrated |
| VRAM | 48 GB |
| VRAM Type | GDDR6 |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 16 GB |
| Storage | 512 GB |
| Storage Type | SSD |
Display
| Size | 13.3" |
| Resolution | 1920x1200 (Full HD) |
Physical
| Weight | 1.3 kg / 2.9 lbs |
| OS | Windows 11 Pro |
vs Competition
Against the Apple MacBook Air M5, the HP loses on CPU performance, screen quality, and battery life, but it costs a fraction of the price and offers a touchscreen with 2-in-1 flexibility. The ASUS Zenbook UX3405CA and Microsoft Surface Laptop 7th Edition both beat the HP on port selection and reliability, though they cost significantly more new. The Lenovo Yoga 7i 2-in-1 Gen 10 is the closest direct competitor in form factor, and it generally offers better screens and more modern port layouts. The Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro 360 has a superior display and better all-around scores, but again, at a much higher price point. For $443, the HP's main competition is really other used business laptops, not new flagships.
| Spec | HP Elite X360 13.3" 830 G11 | Apple MacBook Pro M4 Max | ASUS ROG Zephyrus GA403WW-G14.R95080 | Lenovo Legion 5i 83F00008US | MSI Raider RAIDERGE6814247 | Alienware Aurora LAC16251-9582BLU-PUS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CPU | AMD Ryzen 3 1200 | Apple M4 Max | AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 | Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX | Intel Core i9 14900HX | Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX |
| RAM (GB) | 16 | 64 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 |
| Storage (GB) | 512 | 4096 | 2048 | 1024 | 2048 | 2048 |
| Screen | 13.3" 1920x1200 | 14.2" 3024x1964 | 14" 2880x1800 | 15.1" 2560x1600 | 16" 3840x2160 | 16" 2560x1600 |
| GPU | Intel Integrated Graphics | Apple (40-Core) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 |
| OS | Windows 11 Pro | macOS | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Weight (kg) | 1.3 | 1.6 | 1.6 | 2 | 2.7 | 2.5 |
| Battery (Wh) | - | 72 | - | 80 | 100 | 96 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | CPU | GPU | RAM | Ports | Screen | Portability | Storage | Reliability | Social Proof | Affordability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HP Elite X360 13.3" 830 G11 | 54.9 | 68.8 | 36.3 | 9.9 | 47.1 | 93.8 | 35.8 | 33.4 | 10.3 | 78.8 |
| Apple MacBook Pro M4 Max Compare | 93.8 | 90.6 | 95.7 | 73.5 | 99.3 | 68.9 | 98.5 | 98.1 | 87.8 | 1.6 |
| ASUS ROG Zephyrus GA403WW-G14.R95080 Compare | 91.2 | 97.4 | 90.9 | 89.4 | 96.5 | 73.7 | 89.8 | 60.4 | 98.4 | 5.4 |
| Lenovo Legion 5i 83F00008US Compare | 94.6 | 87.4 | 86.4 | 97.3 | 94.4 | 56.4 | 79.3 | 81.8 | 89.3 | 27.3 |
| MSI Raider RAIDERGE6814247 Compare | 93.2 | 94.5 | 86.4 | 98.6 | 98 | 9.3 | 93.9 | 60.4 | 51.3 | 10.2 |
| Alienware Aurora LAC16251-9582BLU-PUS Compare | 97.2 | 92.6 | 86.4 | 83.3 | 90.7 | 12.6 | 89.8 | 4 | 98.4 | 14.1 |
Price
Value & Pricing
At $443 used, the value proposition depends entirely on what you need. You're getting a 2-in-1 with a touchscreen, a 98th percentile integrated GPU, and a compact 94th percentile chassis for less than half the price of most new ultrabooks. That's a real bargain for a travel machine or secondary laptop. But the 33rd percentile reliability score means you're rolling the dice on longevity, and the 10th percentile port selection means you'll likely spend extra on adapters. The used condition and European keyboard layout also narrow the buyer pool significantly.
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Overview
The HP Elite X360 830 G11 is a weird mix of top-tier graphics and mid-pack everything else. The integrated Intel GPU sits in the 98th percentile for this category, which sounds impressive until you remember it's still integrated graphics sharing 16GB of system RAM. The compact score of 94th percentile is the real story here, a 1.32kg 2-in-1 that actually feels light in a bag.
At $443 used, this is a business laptop trying to find a second life. The Core Ultra 5 135U lands at the 53rd percentile for CPU, which is fine for email and spreadsheets but won't set any records. The 13.3" 1920x1200 touchscreen is about average for the class, and the 512GB SSD plus 16GB RAM both sit at the 37th percentile. You're getting a solid chassis and a European keyboard layout, which is either a feature or a dealbreaker depending on where you live.
Common Questions
Q: Can this laptop handle gaming?
No, not really. The gaming score is 8.7 out of 100, which puts it near the bottom for this category. The integrated Intel graphics score in the 98th percentile is impressive for integrated graphics, but that only means it handles light tasks and older games better than most laptops without a discrete GPU. Modern AAA titles will struggle.
Q: How portable is the HP Elite X360 830 G11?
Very portable. It weighs 1.32kg and scores in the 94th percentile for compactness in our database. The 13.3" display keeps the footprint small, and the 2-in-1 hinge means you can use it in tablet mode when space is tight. It's one of the most travel-friendly laptops we've seen in this category.
Q: Is 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage enough?
For most business and everyday use, yes. Both the RAM and storage sit at the 37th percentile for this category, which is below average but perfectly functional. You'll have room for documents, presentations, and a reasonable number of apps. If you work with large video files or run virtual machines, you might feel constrained.
Who Should Skip This
Skip this if you need reliable port selection or long-term durability. The 10th percentile port score means you'll be living the dongle life, and the 33rd percentile reliability rating suggests this machine may not age gracefully. Gamers should absolutely look elsewhere, the 8.7 out of 100 gaming score is one of the weakest we've seen. And if you're not comfortable with a European keyboard layout, the daily annoyance of misplaced keys will eat away at you. Anyone who needs a machine for heavy multitasking or storage-intensive work should also pass, since 16GB RAM and 512GB storage both sit at the 37th percentile.
Verdict
The HP Elite X360 830 G11 is a solid used business 2-in-1 at a tempting price. The 94th percentile compact score and 98th percentile integrated GPU are the standout numbers, and the Core Ultra 5 135U is perfectly adequate for office work. But the 33rd percentile reliability score and 10th percentile port selection are real concerns. If you need a lightweight touchscreen laptop for travel or light office use and you're comfortable with a European keyboard layout, this is a good deal at $443. If you need ports, gaming performance, or long-term reliability, look elsewhere.
Usage Scores
- Overall40.9
- AI/LLM18.6
- Gaming7.2
- Portability61.7
- Creator20.6
- Student63.6
- Business42.4
- Developer37.2
- Entertainment41.7