# HP EliteBook X G2i 14-Inch Business Laptop Review: Ultralight Design Meets Strong Productivity Performance

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Published on Savlume: 2026-10-11T18:49:18.948Z
Content updated: 2026-10-11T18:54:26.301Z
Source publication time: 2026-10-10T18:40:00.000Z
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In a two-week hands-on evaluation, TechRadar reviewer Alastair Jennings rates the 14-inch HP EliteBook X G2i at 4 out of 5 stars, recommending it for frequent business travelers who need strong productivity and creative performance in a sub-kilogram chassis. Equipped with an Intel Core Ultra X7 358H CPU and Arc B390 graphics, the tested configuration reportedly handled Microsoft Office, Adobe creative apps, and short 4K video edits smoothly, while also offering a standout keyboard, a bright 2880 x 1800 120Hz anti-reflective display, Thunderbolt 4, and full-size HDMI. Reported drawbacks include a high US retail price of around $3,599, slight magnesium-alloy lid flex, non-upgradable 32GB RAM, and a 1TB internal SSD with roughly 3,500MB/s read/write speeds.

## Media review

The reviewer considers the EliteBook X G2i a strong travel-oriented business laptop, citing its low weight, performance across productivity and creative work, and keyboard. The review also flags its premium price, fixed 32GB RAM, limited 1TB storage, and some casing flex.

Attribution: TechRadar Reviews · Alastair Jennings
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- Source-reported strength: The reviewer reports strong performance in office applications, Lightroom, Photoshop, and short 4K video edits.
- Source-reported strength: The reviewer praises the keyboard and found the 3K, 500-nit screen easy to see in a bright café.
- Source-reported strength: The sub-kilogram design and full-size HDMI were useful to the reviewer while traveling.
- Source-reported limitation: The 32GB of onboard RAM is soldered and cannot be upgraded.
- Source-reported limitation: The reviewer found 1TB of internal storage limited for creative work and used an external SSD.
- Source-reported limitation: The reviewer noted casing flex and said they would have preferred a more rigid top casing.

### Can the memory be upgraded?

No. The review says the 32GB of RAM is soldered to the motherboard and cannot be upgraded.

### How did it perform in creative applications?

The reviewer reports quick Lightroom library rendering, smooth Photoshop use, and short 4K edits in Premiere Pro, while noting the need for external storage.

### What US price does the article report?

Around $3,599 for a similar configuration; the article does not provide a specific US checkout offer.
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TechRadar Reviews: https://www.techradar.com/pro/hp-elitebook-x-g2i-14-inch-business-laptop-review

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