Published: 2012-08-01, Author: James , review by: itproportal.com
Sober, understated brushed metal chassis, Excellent battery life, Reasonable performance for an ultrabook, Backlit keyboard
Mediocre integrated graphics, 128GB SSD is on the small side
The HP Folio 13 doesn't quite have the visceral desirability of a MacBook Air or Asus Zenbook, but its slightly more sober looks are potentially more appropriate for the business user. It would be great to see this chassis with an Intel Ivy Bridge proce...
Abstract: Ultrabooks, Intel's branding for thin and light laptops, are available from several big name computer manufacturers. HP is a latecomer to making Ultrabooks and while its Folio 13 model is aimed at businesses, it has plenty of features that will appeal ...
Low heat, Good overall performance from the CPU, RAM & SSD, Battery life: 6 hours, Thin and light (1.8 cm, 1.5 kg)
Low gaming capacity, Could use more ports, Glossy screen with inaccurate colours and low contrast, Loud during use
The Asus UX31E may have the advantage when it comes to look and screen resolution, but the Folio 13 has a better battery life and audio, for the same price and processor power. ...
Abstract: As Intel’s Ultrabook kick into full throttle as partners gear up for the release of a new wave of Ivy Bridge based devices TechEye took the time to have a look at how some of the initial wave of ultraportables have fared.Intel set itself a mammoth ta...
9/10. Overall the Folio 13 ticks just about all of the boxes for what Intel has set out to achieve with its Ultrabooks. Aside from a few minor niggles, we would definitely recommend the Folio 13, whether for business use or otherwise. With smart good ...
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Published: 2012-06-02, Author: Jonathan , review by: reviewed.com
Anyone who travels a lot should consider the HP Folio 13.The HP Folio 13 is an ultrabook with an impressive battery life, first and foremost. However, the trade-off is in its lower performance; it had middling results in testing.For anyone who works while...
The HP Folio 13-1020us was unveiled this past January. Many a months have since passed, without negative effects on this laptop. Which fully deserves all the Editors' Choice awards it can get from any blog, forum, online magazine and so on....
Cheaper than some ultrabooks, Decent specs for the price, Comfortable keyboard
Low resolution screen, Thicker and heavier than other models
The HP Folio 13 compromises on size, weight and screen resolution in order to keep the price reasonably low. If you're after an ultrabook for the office, the Folio 13 is a good option....
Decent specifications for the price, good battery life, good performance,
Soso looks, not the thinnest
The HP Folio 13 isn't an exceptional ultrabook by any means, but it does deliver a worthwhile spec and performance for a very reasonable £800 -- if you're on a budget, it's well worth considering.SpecificationsCPU : Mobile Intel HM65 Express Chipset Op...
