HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T470p (20J7)

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HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook
HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook
Lenovo ThinkPad T470p (20J7)
Lenovo ThinkPad T470p (20J7)

Our Rating: 78 %

In depth comparison and review of HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook and Lenovo ThinkPad T470p (20J7). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

Lenovo ThinkPad T470p (20J7) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T470p (20J7) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

reliable performance

good battery life

solid security features

heavier than competitors

average display quality

no USB-C charging

limited color accuracy

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook and Lenovo ThinkPad T470p (20J7)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T470p (20J7) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad T470p (20J7)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36 cm x 25.4 cm x 1.89 cm 33.9 cm x 23.5 cm x 2.4 cm
Weight 2.06 kg 1.89 kg
Case Material Aluminum Polycarbonate ABS, magnesium alloy
Colour Pike silver Black
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad T470p (20J7)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB -
Features Full HD ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) eDP anti-glare +PSR Anti-glare
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad T470p (20J7)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8400H / 2.5 GHz Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7300HQ / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 3.5 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache L3 - 8 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset - Mobile Intel QM175
Platform Technology Intel vPro Platform -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Integrated memory controller
MEMORY HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad T470p (20J7)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad T470p (20J7)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe), triple-level cell (TLC) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad T470p (20J7)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 630 Intel HD Graphics 630
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3268
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio, HP Clear Sound Amp -
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad T470p (20J7)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, NFC, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
WWAN
Generation - 4G
Technology - UMTS, HSPA, HSPA+, DC-HSPA+, LTE Advanced
Controller - Sierra Wireless EM7455 - M.2 Card
BATTERY HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad T470p (20J7)
Technology 6-cell lithium polymer 6-cell Lithium Ion
Installed Qty 1 -
Battery Capacity (Size) 64 Wh 48 Wh
Battery Life Up to 16 hours Up to 12.85 hours
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad T470p (20J7)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 150 Watt, 19.5 V 90 Watt, 20 V
INPUT HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad T470p (20J7)
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Name HP Premium Collaboration Keyboard -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, ClickPad with gesture support, glass with chemical etched surface, two-finger zoom (pinch), two-way scroll Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad T470p (20J7)
Slots - 1 x Micro-SIM card (1 free)
Interfaces 2 x USB-C 3.1 (supports Thunderbolt)
USB 3.0 (charging)
USB 3.0
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0
USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0 (Always On)
Mini DisplayPort
HDMI
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad T470p (20J7)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
Software Included HP Recovery Manager, HP Support Assistant, HP ePrint, HP Hotkey Support, HP Velocity, HP Secure Erase, HP Drive Packs (free download), HP Client Catalog, HP BIOS Config Utility, HP JumpStart, HP Noise Cancellation, HP System Software Manager, HP JetAdvantage, HP Wireless Wakeup, HP Workwise (free download), HP BIOSphere Gen4, HP Client Security Suite Gen4, HP Manageability & Integration Kit Gen2 (free download), HP SureStart Gen4, HP Sure Run, HP Sure Recover -
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad T470p (20J7)
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options Hood sensor, ambient light sensor -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Power-on password, HP DuraKeys, Setup Password, Automatic DriveLock, HP DriveLock, Power On Authentication, Pre-boot Authentication, Master Boot Record Security, BIOS Update via Network Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards Low halogen RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - parts and labour - 3 years -
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