Background
The HP Elite Dragonfly G2, unveiled at CES 2020 and released in mid-2020, is the successor to the original HP Elite Dragonfly. As part of HP's EliteBook series, it emphasizes portability and performance for business users.
Weighing as little as 2.2 lbs, the Dragonfly G2 features a magnesium alloy chassis in Dragonfly Blue and a 13.3" touchscreen with display options such as UHD resolution or a 1000-nit Sure View Reflect screen for privacy.
It offers up to an Intel Core i7 vPro processor, 32GB of LPDDR4X RAM, and 2TB of SSD storage. Optional features include 5G connectivity and a built-in Tile tracker to help locate the device if misplaced.
The Dragonfly G2 is equipped with a 56.2Wh battery that provides reliable battery life, typically lasting 6 to 10 hours under standard usage. It supports fast charging, reaching 50% in 30 minutes, with the included 65W USB-C power adapter. A full charge generally takes 90 minutes to 2 hours, depending on usage during charging.
For connectivity, it includes 2 Thunderbolt (USB Type-C) ports, 1 USB 3.1 Gen 1, a headphone jack, 1 HDMI 1.4, and a Nano SIM slot for WWAN. The device also supports Wi-Fi 6 and optional 5G for fast, reliable internet access.
Security features include HP Sure Start, HP Sure Sense, a 720p HD webcam with IR support, a fingerprint reader, and a physical camera shutter.
HP has also integrated ocean-bound plastics into select components, such as the speaker enclosure and parts of the laptop's body, as part of its sustainability efforts. Its predecessor was the first notebook to include ocean-bound materials.
The Dragonfly G2 retailed between $1,500 and $2,500, depending on the configuration.
This device is well-suited for business professionals, particularly those who travel frequently or need a lightweight yet powerful laptop for presentations, remote work, or meetings.
The device was discontinued sometime in 2023, making way for newer models such as the Dragonfly G3 and the G4.
Identification
The HP Elite Dragonfly G2 sports a sleek "Dragonfly Blue" exterior with a reflective HP logo centered on the lid. The device is made of CNC Magnesium and according to HP is made of over 82% recycled materials. The serial number and model number of this device can be found on the underside of the laptop near the ventilation area.
Technical Specifications
- Dimensions: 11.98 x 7.78 x 0.63 in
- Weight: starting at ~ 2.2 lbs
- CPU: Intel Core i3, i5 or i7 (11th Gen)
- GPU: Intel Iris Xe Graphics
- Storage: Up to 2 TB PCIe NVMe SSD
- Memory: Up to 32 GB LPDDR4x RAM
- USB Access: 2x Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C), 1x USB-A 3.1
- Screen Resolution: Up to 4K UHD with HDR 400, Default IPS FHD display
- HDMI: 1 HDMI 2.0 port
- Audio: Bang & Olufsen-tuned speakers (4 stereo speakers), 3.5mm headphone/microphone combo jack
- Webcam: 720p HD webcam with IR support
- Battery: 56.2 Wh Li-ion polymer battery
- Operating System: Windows 10 Pro (upgradable to Windows 11)
Accessories
- HP Thunderbolt 120W Dock G2
- HP Thunderbolt 120W Dock w/Audio G2
- HP USB-C Mini Dock
- HP Executive 14.1 Slim Top Load
- HP Elite Presenter Mouse
- HP Rechargeable Active Pen G3
Troubleshooting
The Official HP web page for general troubleshooting purposes and support with the Dragonfly G2: https://support.hp.com/us-en/product/tro...