HP Pavilion x2 13-r100dx 2-in-1 Hybrid with Verizon 4G LTE
The HP Pavilion x2 13-r100dx is a 13.3-inch 2-in-1 laptop/tablet hybrid Windows PC with a detachable keyboard. This model (at least the one sold at Best Buy) is unique because of provided support for 4G mobile broadband connectivity. It’s compatible with Verizon’s 4G LTE network and purchase requires a 2-year data plan agreement. On the other side, it is $150 cheaper than the non-4G variant, so the price of $450 is subsidized.
The Pavilion x2 13-r100dx is equipped with the Intel Core i3-4012Y dual-core processor, optimized for power efficiency. It doesn’t mean too weak performance in this case. The chip is a lower-mid-range part, which easily completes the daily web, office, and multimedia playback tasks. It’s however not recommended for complex stuff such as video creation or modern 3D gaming.
The display has a resolution of 1366×768 pixels. That’s a quite low pixel count in comparison to many smaller and more affordable tablets with sharper displays enabled by 1920×1080 Full HD or higher resolutions. On the positive side, the panel is backed by IPS technology, ensuring wide viewing angles.
One would expect this kind of device to have a fast solid state drive inside, but the 13-r100dx actually comes with a hard drive. It has a capacity of 500GB and isn’t so slow as the average HDDs, because this one has 8GB of Flash memory on it for faster programs and files loading. RAM memory is 4GB, which is a mediocre size but still large enough for all realistic multitasking scenarios.
The device is outfitted with stereo speakers backed by Beats Audio technology. There’s one camera on the device, on the front side, Wi-Fi AC wireless and Bluetooth interfaces, and a microSD card slot on the tablet. The keyboard dock includes two USB 3.0 ports, HDMI video output, and a multiformat reader supporting larger SD cards.
The keyboard deck is silver with white keyboard keys on it, while the lid of the screen is white. The whole device weighs 4.3 pounds. The tablet and keyboard weigh 2.4 and 1.9 pounds and are 0.5″ and 0.4″ thick, respectively.
Here are the specs of the HP Split x2 13-r100dx with descriptions of its features. For comparison against other laptops, you can use the "Compare Specs" button.
| Brand | HP |
|---|---|
| Screen Size | 13.3-inch This is a small display size, typical for ultraportable laptops. There are however laptops with even smaller screens. |
| Screen Resolution | 1366x768 pixels HD This is an entry-level screen resolution, oftentimes found on budget laptops. It doesn't deliver picture sharpness and space on the screen like the Full HD or higher resolution laptop displays do. |
| Touchscreen | Finger multi-touch input The screen supports finger touch input, including multi-touch gestures. |
| Other Display Specs | IPS type Displays based on IPS technology provide much wider viewing angles than the budget-class TN screens. |
| Processor (CPU) | Intel Core i3-4012Y 4th Gen dual-core 1.5GHz 3MB cache (User Benchmark CPU score: 21) |
| Graphics (GPU) | Intel HD 4200 integrated graphics |
| System Memory (RAM) Size | 4GB RAM 4GB is a small RAM size for computing in 2023. For smooth operation of a laptop during everyday tasks, at least 8GB is recommended. |
| Data Storage | 500GB + 8GB HDD / SSD Hybrid This is a very good capacity, but the HDD portion is a slow type of storage. |
| DVD Optical Drive | None |
| Keyboard & Input | Non-backlit keyboard without dedicated number pad The keyboard has no backlit keys and no separate numeric pad you can usually find on the right side of the keyboard on many laptop models. Touchpad with click buttons built into the surface The left and right click buttons are built into the surface of the touchpad, as opposed to separate physical buttons. Touchscreen |
| Speakers & Audio | Stereo speakers As usual, the device features a pair of built-in stereo speakers. |
| Camera | Front-facing web camera Laptops usually feature a frontal webcam located on the display bezel. This laptop is no exception. |
| Wi-Fi Wireless | 802.11N 802.11N is an old Wi-Fi standard, precursor of the 802.11AC and the latest 802.11AX with improved data transfer speeds and connectivity. 802.11N is rarely used in modern laptops. |
| Ethernet Network Port | No This laptop has no Ethernet LAN port for wired internet and networking connectivity. |
| Mobile broadband (4G LTE) | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Yes This laptop has a built-in Bluetooth module. It enables you to connect the computer to Bluetooth mice and other Bluetooth peripherals, smartphones, and other Bluetooth-equipped devices. |
| USB Ports | 2 x USB 3.0 A pair of full-size USB ports. |
| Video Output Ports | 1 x HDMI HDMI is a widely used digital video output port. You can find HDMI-in ports on most computer monitors and TVs. |
| Media Card Reader | SD card reader The laptop has a slot for full-size SD memory cards, used in many digital cameras. You can also use microSD cards with a card adapter. |
| Other Features | Detachable keyboard included |
| Battery | 2-cell 30.7WHr lithium-ion |
| Weight | 4.4 pounds |
| Height | 0.8" |
| Width | 12.8" 13.4" |
| Depth | 10.1" |
| Windows Version | Windows 8.1 Windows 8.1 is eligible for free upgrade to Windows 10 Home. Check Windows.com for more info. |
| Warranty | 1-year A typical laptop warranty. |
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SHARATH H.P –
sir, I am from India, i need the key bord part of this model from where can I get.
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Zeeshan –
Can we connect lan network through usb lan cable. You know in the market have. Usb cable to ethernet cable convert.
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Nicole –
I saw this model (13-R100DX) at Best Buy. I like it because it is not just a tablet – you don’t have to pay for an extra keyboard, and it has all the slots (USB, etc.) that I need. Therefore, it’s basically just a small computer which is what I’ve been looking for! However, I have not been able to find any information on the “Split x2” Verizon feature, even on Verizon’s Web site. Anyone know the 411 on this? Thanks in advance! 🙂
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Danijel Z –
Yeah, it’s really weird… Only Best Buy offers the device with a Verizon contract, without info on the product page about data plans, whether the x2 has a SIM card slot built-in or uses an external Verizon router / modem, etc. I think it’s best to contact Best Buy directly. There’s a “CHAT NOW” button on the right edge of product page and this is their phone 1-888-BEST BUY (1-888-237-8289). Hope this helps a bit.
4 out of 5
Barrett –
Has a Sim card slot on the tablet portion. Love this device for what it is, it’s an affordable notebook and big tablet when I choose it to be.