HP Essential 17″ vs Microsoft Surface Pro 2-in-1 /Tablet 13″ (ZHX-00001)
Comparison summary
- HP Essential 17″ features a bigger display. For portability Microsoft Surface Pro 2-in-1 /Tablet 13″ is lighter. Its also slimmer and smaller in size.
- Essential features more memory.
- Essential has a bigger SSD.
HP Essential 17″
Microsoft Surface Pro 2-in-1 /Tablet 13″ (ZHX-00001)
Compare specifications
| HP Essential 17″ | Microsoft Surface Pro 2-in-1 /Tablet 13″ (ZHX-00001) |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a laptop and is responsible for executing programs. Read more | |
| - | Qualcomm Snapdragon X Plus X1P-64-100 |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed and multiprocessing capabilities of a laptop. Read more | |
| 32gb | 16gb |
| Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs. Read more | |
| - | Snapdragon X Plus - X1P64100 - Qualcomm Adreno |
| Screen size | |
| 17.3″ | 13″ |
| Weight | |
| 4.6 lbs (2.09 kg) | 3.68 lbs (1.67 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 15.78 x 10.15 x 0.81 inches | 11.3 x 8.2 x 0.37 inches |
| (40.08 x 25.78 x 2.06 cm) | (28.7 x 20.83 x 0.94 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 11 | Windows 11 |
| Hard drives | |
| 1000gb SSD | 250gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| July 13, 2026 | June 4, 2025 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $879.99 | $999.99 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $879.99 | $999.99 |
| Buy on Amazon.com | Buy on Amazon.com |
Laptop Dimensions
HP Essential 17″
Microsoft Surface Pro 2-in-1 /Tablet 13″ (ZHX-00001)
Compare HP Essential 17″ / Microsoft Surface Pro 2-in-1 /Tablet 13″ vs other Windows laptops:
HP Essential 17″ summary
HP Essential is a good value Windows laptop released in 2026. It is reasonably weighted enough at 4.6 lbs (2.09 kg) for a 17″ laptop. The 1000gb SSD storage is good.
HP 17.3" Large Screen Business Laptop, Intel Core 5 120U 10-Core, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD, Full-Size Keyboard & Numeric Keypad, Wi-Fi 6, Windows 11, for Excel, Accounting & Home Office
【17.3" LARGE SCREEN FOR PRODUCTIVITY】 Enjoy more room for spreadsheets, documents, web browsing and side-by-side multitasking on the spacious 17.3-inch display. A practical choice for office work, home use and everyday productivity.
【10-CORE INTEL CORE 5 PERFORMANCE】 Powered by the Intel Core 5 120U 10-Core processor, this HP business laptop is built for smooth everyday multitasking, spreadsheets, video meetings, browser tabs and office applications.
【FULL-SIZE KEYBOARD WITH NUMERIC KEYPAD】 Work more efficiently with a full-size keyboard and dedicated numeric keypad, ideal for Excel, accounting, bookkeeping, data entry and other number-heavy tasks.
【FAST STORAGE & MODERN CONNECTIVITY】 Responsive solid-state storage helps provide quick startup and fast file access, while Wi-Fi 6, HDMI and multiple USB ports make it easy to connect monitors, accessories and other everyday devices.
【BUILT FOR BUSINESS & HOME OFFICE】 Designed for professionals, students and home-office users who value a large screen, comfortable typing and dependable everyday performance. A practical laptop for Excel, accounting, remote work, studying and daily tasks.
ASIN: B0H82S7NXQ
Microsoft Surface Pro 2-in-1 /Tablet 13″ (ZHX-00001) summary
Microsoft Surface Pro 2-in-1 /Tablet is a compact Windows 2-in-1 laptop released in 2025. It has a fantastic Qualcomm processor plus enough RAM for its price. The laptop is quite heavy at 3.68 lbs (1.67 kg) for a 13″ laptop. The 250gb SSD storage is rather limited.
Microsoft Surface Pro 2-in-1 Laptop/Tablet (2024), Windows 11 Copilot+ PC, 13" Touchscreen Display, Snapdragon X Plus (10 Core), 16GB RAM, 256GB Storage, Platinum
[This is a Copilot+ PC] — A new AI era begins. Experience enhanced performance and AI capabilities with Copilot+ PC, boosting productivity with security and privacy in mind.
[Introducing Surface Pro 13” Touchscreen Display] — The most flexible, powerful 2-in-1 laptop and tablet with AI-accelerated Copilot+ experiences. Surface Pro 11th Edition reimagines the laptop.
[Flexibility at Any Angle] — Use with the detachable Surface Pro Flex Keyboard (sold separately). Shift from tablet to laptop to sketchbook with its unique kickstand.
[Outstanding Performance] — Snapdragon X Plus (10 core) or Elite (12 core) with powerful NPU, faster than MacBook Air M3[1].
[All day battery life] — 14 hours of battery life[5], fast charging with 65W PSU via Surface Connect or USB-C.
ASIN: B0CXL5272V