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HP Dragonfly Folio G3 2-in-1

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The HP Dragonfly Folio G3 (also marketed as the HP Elite Dragonfly Folio G3), released in late 2022 and sold through 2023, is a premium 13.5-inch business convertible built around HP's signature "pull-forward" folio design and a faux-leather wrapped lid. Powered by 12th-generation Intel Core U-series processors and integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics, it targets executives and mobile professionals who want a laptop, a tablet, and an inking surface in a single magnesium chassis. Because HP offered a wide spread of processors, memory sizes, storage capacities, display panels, and optional cellular broadband at checkout, your exact configuration determines its resale value. If you're upgrading, our online trade-in service pays cash for your device — just select your components using the tool above to see an instant offer. Not sure you knew we buy premium business 2-in-1s? We do — and shipping is always free.

Is this your device? Confirm it's the Dragonfly Folio G3

HP's 2022 Dragonfly family included two very different 13.5-inch machines. Please make sure yours is the Folio (the 2-in-1 with the leather-wrapped, pull-forward screen) and not the standard clamshell, so your quote matches your hardware.

✅ This page: Dragonfly Folio G3

  • Faux-leather (vegan leather) wrap covering the lid and hinge
  • "Pull-forward" screen that slides flat over the keyboard — no 360° flip hinge
  • Magnetic active pen stored in a slot on the right side
  • Battery marked SS04XL / TPN-DB0N / HSTNN-OB2L on the label
  • Intel Core i5-1235U, i5-1245U, i7-1255U, or i7-1265U

❌ Not this page: look-alike siblings

  • HP Elite Dragonfly G3 (clamshell, all-metal, no leather, no pull-forward screen — battery marked SS06XL / TPN-DB0O)
  • HP Elite Folio G2 (2021, Qualcomm Snapdragon / Windows on ARM — not Intel)
  • HP Spectre Folio (2018 G1, older Intel, full leather body)

Quick tip for non-technical sellers: The fastest confirmation is the leather wrap plus the screen that pulls forward and flat over the keyboard rather than flipping all the way around. To read your exact processor, press the Windows key, type "About your PC", and open it — the "Processor" line will show your Core i5/i7 model. Need help? See our HP model number guide or the general find your gadget's model walkthrough.

Core hardware configurations

Processor (CPU)

  • Intel Core i5-1235U — 10 cores (2P + 8E), 12 threads, up to 4.4 GHz
  • Intel Core i5-1245U (vPro) — 10 cores, 12 threads, up to 4.4 GHz
  • Intel Core i7-1255U — 10 cores, 12 threads, up to 4.7 GHz
  • Intel Core i7-1265U (vPro) — 10 cores, 12 threads, up to 4.8 GHz
  • All are low-power 12th-gen U-series chips with integrated graphics (no discrete GPU).

Graphics (GPU)

  • Integrated Intel Iris Xe Graphics (on i7 models)
  • Integrated Intel UHD Graphics (on some i5 models)
  • No dedicated/discrete graphics card in any configuration.

Memory (RAM)

  • LPDDR5 memory, configured at 16GB or 32GB
  • Soldered to the board — not user-upgradable. The capacity your unit shipped with is fixed for life.

Storage

  • M.2 PCIe NVMe Solid State Drive (SSD)
  • 256GB / 512GB / 1TB standard capacities (up to 2TB on select build-to-order units)
  • Single M.2 slot; serviceable from the bottom cover.

Display & audio

Display

13.5-inch 3:2 aspect ratio touchscreen (works with the included active pen). Panel options varied significantly and affect value:

  • WUXGA+ IPS (1920 × 1280) — the common panel, offered in 400-nit and brighter 1000-nit configurations
  • WUXGA+ with HP Sure View Reflect — built-in privacy screen that dims side viewing angles
  • 3K2K OLED (3000 × 2000) — rare, special-order BrightView touchscreen (premium value driver)

Audio & camera

Quad speaker system tuned by Bang & Olufsen (B&O) with a wide, room-filling profile. Above the display sits an 8-megapixel webcam (unusually high for a laptop, supporting auto-framing) plus a world-facing microphone array and an IR sensor for Windows Hello and walk-away lock.

Ports & connectivity

This is a slim, port-light ultraportable — nearly everything lives on the left edge. Sellers should be aware of what it does not include.

Left Side
  • 2× USB-C with Thunderbolt 4 (power, data, and DisplayPort out)
  • 1× 3.5mm headphone/microphone combo jack
  • 1× Nano-SIM slot (only on units ordered with 4G LTE / 5G WWAN)
Right Side & notes
  • Active pen storage slot
  • No USB-A ports.
  • No HDMI port.
  • No SD / microSD card reader.
  • No RJ-45 Ethernet. Charges over USB-C only (65W adapter).

Wi-Fi 6E Bluetooth 5.3 Optional 4G LTE / 5G WWAN

Battery, build & more

Battery & charging

4-cell 53 Whr battery (SS04XL) with USB-C fast charging via a 65W adapter. Real-world runtime lands around 6–10 hours depending on display and workload.

Included pen

Ships with the HP Dragonfly Folio Pen, a wireless active stylus that docks and charges magnetically. Having the original pen with your unit helps maximize your offer.

Keyboard & security

Backlit chiclet keyboard, fingerprint reader, IR camera for Windows Hello, and a programmable key. Business-channel security via HP Wolf Pro / vPro on select CPUs.

Build & weight

Magnesium base with vegan-leather wrapped lid. Approximately 1.35 kg (2.98 lb). Operating system: Windows 11 Pro (some units Windows 10 Pro).

Frequently asked questions

01 How do I confirm my laptop is the HP Dragonfly Folio G3?
The easiest visual check is the design: the Folio G3 has a soft faux-leather wrap over the lid and hinge, and its screen pulls forward and lies flat over the keyboard instead of flipping 360° around the back. Flip the laptop over and look at the regulatory label on the bottom cover — the battery reference on Folio units is SS04XL / TPN-DB0N / HSTNN-OB2L. To read your exact processor and RAM, press the Windows key, type "About your PC", and open it. Our HP model number guide walks through each step with pictures.
02 Is this the same as the HP Elite Dragonfly G3 or the Elite Folio G2?
No — and picking the right page matters for an accurate quote. The HP Elite Dragonfly G3 is the standard clamshell: all-metal, no leather, a normal hinge, and a different battery (SS06XL / TPN-DB0O). The HP Elite Folio G2 (2021) looks similar to the Folio but runs a Qualcomm Snapdragon ARM chip instead of Intel, and the original HP Spectre Folio (2018) is an older, fully leather-wrapped Intel model. If your machine has the leather wrap, the pull-forward screen, and a 12th-gen Intel Core i5/i7, you're in the right place. If it's one of the others, use our main HP Dragonfly trade-in page to find the matching device.
03 Can I trade in a Folio G3 with wear, a cracked screen, or a missing pen?
Yes. We buy these in all working conditions — scuffed leather, worn keys, a battery that no longer holds a charge, or a cracked touchscreen. Just set your condition honestly in the tool above and your offer adjusts to match. The included Dragonfly Folio Pen and original 65W USB-C charger do add value, so pack them if you still have them, but a missing pen won't stop you from getting a quote.
04 Which configurations raise my Folio G3 trade-in value the most?
Many people don't realize how much a premium business convertible like this can still be worth — and a few options move the needle noticeably. The rare 3K2K OLED display is the single biggest value driver, followed by the Core i7-1265U vPro processor, 32GB RAM, and 1TB (or 2TB) SSD. Built-in 5G / LTE cellular and the brighter 1000-nit Sure View privacy panel also lift your offer. Because the RAM is soldered, whatever your unit shipped with is locked in — so a factory 32GB configuration is genuinely more valuable than a 16GB one.
05 How is my data wiped, and how do I get paid?
Back up anything you want to keep, sign out of your Microsoft account, and — because these are business machines — remove the device from any Intune / Autopilot or company MDM enrollment first, so it doesn't return to a corporate lock screen after reset. You don't need to remove the SSD yourself; our team runs certified, multi-pass data sanitization on every incoming drive. See our data erasure protocols for the full process. Once your device arrives and passes testing, payment is issued within two business days via PayPal, Venmo, Zelle, Cash App, or a mailed check — and the prepaid, insured shipping label is completely free. New to selling online? Our guide on how to trade in your laptop for cash or credit covers everything.