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💻 HP EliteBook 630 G11 vs Apple MacBook Air 13 M5

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HP EliteBook 630 G11 13.3-inch business laptop in Pike Silver, shown open at an angle with the keyboard and WUXGA display visible
HP EliteBook 630 G11
HP
8.0
Overall Score
Best for cost-conscious UK businesses needing a serviceable, secure Windows laptop with legacy port support.
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Apple MacBook Air 13-inch (M5) ultraportable laptop in Midnight, open front view
MacBook Air 13" (M5)
Apple
6.3
Overall Score
Best for mobile professionals and creative teams prioritising lightweight design and macOS integration.
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Performance Overview

Scores based on quantifiable specification values (1-10 scale)

PerformanceDisplayBattery & ThermalsManageability & SecurityExpandability & RepairEcosystem & SoftwareValue
HP EliteBook 630 G11
MacBook Air 13" (M5)
Performance
HP EliteBook 630 G11
7.0
MacBook Air 13" (M5)
8.0
Display
HP EliteBook 630 G11
8.0
MacBook Air 13" (M5)
7.0
Battery & Thermals
HP EliteBook 630 G11
8.0
MacBook Air 13" (M5)
7.0
Manageability & Security
HP EliteBook 630 G11
8.0
MacBook Air 13" (M5)
6.0
Expandability & Repair
HP EliteBook 630 G11
9.0
MacBook Air 13" (M5)
4.0
Ecosystem & Software
HP EliteBook 630 G11
8.0
MacBook Air 13" (M5)
7.0
Value
HP EliteBook 630 G11
8.0
MacBook Air 13" (M5)
5.0

Detailed Specifications

Specification
HP EliteBook 630 G11
HP
MacBook Air 13" (M5)
Apple
Performance
ProcessorIntel Core Ultra 5 125U (Series 1); line also offers Ultra 5 135U and Ultra 7 165U (vPro) plus Ultra 7 155U (non-vPro)Apple M5 — 10-core CPU (4P + 6E), 10-core GPU with per-core Neural Accelerators, 16-core Neural Engine
CPU cores12 cores / 14 threads (Core Ultra 5 125U)10-core CPU (4P + 6E)
GraphicsIntel Graphics (integrated)10-core GPU with per-core Neural Accelerators
Discrete GPUIntegrated Intel Graphics onlyIntegrated Apple silicon GPU (part of M5 SoC)
Memory & storage
Maximum memory✓16GB DDR5-5600 (2x SODIMM, expandable to 64GB)Up to 32 GB unified memory (LPDDR5x, 153 GB/s bandwidth)
Memory typeDDR5-5600 (2x SODIMM, upgradeable)Unified memory (LPDDR5x, 153 GB/s bandwidth)
Maximum storage512GB PCIe NVMe M.2 SSD (configurable up to 2TB)Up to 4 TB SSD (256 / 512 / 1 / 2 / 4 TB options)
Display
Display size13.3" WUXGA IPS anti-glare13.6"
Resolution1920×12002560 × 1664
Brightness✓300 nits; up to 400-nit and 1000-nit sRGB privacy options500 nits
PanelIPS anti-glare; up to 1000-nit sRGB privacy option across the lineLiquid Retina (IPS), P3 wide colour, True Tone
Connectivity
Thunderbolt / USB4 ports2x Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C 40Gbps, PD, DisplayPort)2× Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C, PD, DP)
Ports2x Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C 40Gbps, PD, DisplayPort), 2x USB-A 5Gbps, HDMI 2.1, RJ-45, headphone/mic comboMagSafe 3, 2× Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C, PD, DP), 3.5 mm combo
Physical
Weight (from)From 1.31 kg✓1.23 kg (2.7 lb)
Dimensions--304.1 × 215.0 × 11.3 mm
Security & management
Intel vProIntel vPro on 135U / 165U CPUs only (ordered 125U is non-vPro)N/A — Apple silicon (Secure Enclave)
Secured-core PC--N/A — Secured-core PC is a Windows feature; Apple silicon uses the Secure Enclave
Copilot+ PC (40+ TOPS NPU)Intel AI Boost NPU up to 11 TOPS — AI PC, below the 40-TOPS Copilot+ barN/A — Copilot+ PC is a Windows programme; Apple ships Apple Intelligence
Battery
Battery capacity✓3-cell 56Wh (48Wh option); 65W USB-C adapter; fast charge 50% in ~30 min53.8 Wh — up to 18 hrs video streaming, 15 hrs wireless browsing
Rated battery life--Up to 18 hrs video streaming, 15 hrs wireless browsing
Support
Operating systemWindows 11 PromacOS Tahoe (with Apple Intelligence)
Base warranty1-year (1/1/0) HP limited warranty; upgrades available; HP Wolf Pro Security Edition (1-year licence)1-year limited; AppleCare+ for Business extends to 3 years + ADP
Performance
Processor
HP EliteBook 630 G11Intel Core Ultra 5 125U (Series 1); line also offers Ultra 5 135U and Ultra 7 165U (vPro) plus Ultra 7 155U (non-vPro)
MacBook Air 13" (M5)Apple M5 — 10-core CPU (4P + 6E), 10-core GPU with per-core Neural Accelerators, 16-core Neural Engine
CPU cores
HP EliteBook 630 G1112 cores / 14 threads (Core Ultra 5 125U)
MacBook Air 13" (M5)10-core CPU (4P + 6E)
Graphics
HP EliteBook 630 G11Intel Graphics (integrated)
MacBook Air 13" (M5)10-core GPU with per-core Neural Accelerators
Discrete GPU
HP EliteBook 630 G11Integrated Intel Graphics only
MacBook Air 13" (M5)Integrated Apple silicon GPU (part of M5 SoC)
Memory & storage
Maximum memory
HP EliteBook 630 G1116GB DDR5-5600 (2x SODIMM, expandable to 64GB)
MacBook Air 13" (M5)Up to 32 GB unified memory (LPDDR5x, 153 GB/s bandwidth)
Memory type
HP EliteBook 630 G11DDR5-5600 (2x SODIMM, upgradeable)
MacBook Air 13" (M5)Unified memory (LPDDR5x, 153 GB/s bandwidth)
Maximum storage
HP EliteBook 630 G11512GB PCIe NVMe M.2 SSD (configurable up to 2TB)
MacBook Air 13" (M5)Up to 4 TB SSD (256 / 512 / 1 / 2 / 4 TB options)
Display
Display size
HP EliteBook 630 G1113.3" WUXGA IPS anti-glare
MacBook Air 13" (M5)13.6"
Resolution
HP EliteBook 630 G111920×1200
MacBook Air 13" (M5)2560 × 1664
Brightness
HP EliteBook 630 G11300 nits; up to 400-nit and 1000-nit sRGB privacy options
MacBook Air 13" (M5)500 nits
Panel
HP EliteBook 630 G11IPS anti-glare; up to 1000-nit sRGB privacy option across the line
MacBook Air 13" (M5)Liquid Retina (IPS), P3 wide colour, True Tone
Connectivity
Thunderbolt / USB4 ports
HP EliteBook 630 G112x Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C 40Gbps, PD, DisplayPort)
MacBook Air 13" (M5)2× Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C, PD, DP)
Ports
HP EliteBook 630 G112x Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C 40Gbps, PD, DisplayPort), 2x USB-A 5Gbps, HDMI 2.1, RJ-45, headphone/mic combo
MacBook Air 13" (M5)MagSafe 3, 2× Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C, PD, DP), 3.5 mm combo
Physical
Weight (from)
HP EliteBook 630 G11From 1.31 kg
MacBook Air 13" (M5)1.23 kg (2.7 lb)
Dimensions
HP EliteBook 630 G11--
MacBook Air 13" (M5)304.1 × 215.0 × 11.3 mm
Security & management
Intel vPro
HP EliteBook 630 G11Intel vPro on 135U / 165U CPUs only (ordered 125U is non-vPro)
MacBook Air 13" (M5)N/A — Apple silicon (Secure Enclave)
Secured-core PC
HP EliteBook 630 G11--
MacBook Air 13" (M5)N/A — Secured-core PC is a Windows feature; Apple silicon uses the Secure Enclave
Copilot+ PC (40+ TOPS NPU)
HP EliteBook 630 G11Intel AI Boost NPU up to 11 TOPS — AI PC, below the 40-TOPS Copilot+ bar
MacBook Air 13" (M5)N/A — Copilot+ PC is a Windows programme; Apple ships Apple Intelligence
Battery
Battery capacity
HP EliteBook 630 G113-cell 56Wh (48Wh option); 65W USB-C adapter; fast charge 50% in ~30 min
MacBook Air 13" (M5)53.8 Wh — up to 18 hrs video streaming, 15 hrs wireless browsing
Rated battery life
HP EliteBook 630 G11--
MacBook Air 13" (M5)Up to 18 hrs video streaming, 15 hrs wireless browsing
Support
Operating system
HP EliteBook 630 G11Windows 11 Pro
MacBook Air 13" (M5)macOS Tahoe (with Apple Intelligence)
Base warranty
HP EliteBook 630 G111-year (1/1/0) HP limited warranty; upgrades available; HP Wolf Pro Security Edition (1-year licence)
MacBook Air 13" (M5)1-year limited; AppleCare+ for Business extends to 3 years + ADP
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Expert Analysis

Specs web-verified from manufacturer datasheets · Servnet-reviewed · Last reviewed 26 Jul 2026

The HP EliteBook 630 G11 is the more versatile and serviceable business laptop, offering superior expandability, optional 1000-nit privacy display, and larger battery capacity, while the MacBook Air 13 M5 counters with a lighter design and Apple’s efficient ecosystem. HP’s upgradeable DDR5 memory (up to 64 GB vs 32 GB soldered) and wider port selection—including USB-A and HDMI 2.1—cater to mixed-IT environments, whereas the MacBook Air’s Thunderbolt-only setup demands dongles for legacy peripherals. For security-conscious UK firms, HP’s optional Intel vPro and bundled Wolf Pro Security provide stronger manageability than Apple’s Secure Enclave. However, the MacBook Air’s 1.23 kg chassis outshines the HP’s 1.31 kg starting weight, and macOS Tahoe integrates tightly with Apple Intelligence for users already within that ecosystem. Battery capacity favours HP (56 Wh vs 53.8 Wh), but real-world longevity may tip toward Apple’s optimised M5 silicon. Ultimately, the EliteBook 630 G11 wins on value, repairability, and corporate IT alignment, making it the pragmatic choice for most British businesses, while the MacBook Air appeals to creatives and mobile-first teams seeking a premium, ultraportable experience.

HP EliteBook 630 G11
Best for cost-conscious UK businesses needing a serviceable, secure Windows laptop with legacy port support.
MacBook Air 13" (M5)
Best for mobile professionals and creative teams prioritising lightweight design and macOS integration.

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