HP EliteBook 645 G9 Notebook vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C8)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of HP EliteBook 645 G9 Notebook and Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C8). 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.

HP EliteBook 645 G9 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook 645 G9 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust security features

powerful amd processor

lightweight and portable

high-resolution display

fast charging support

average battery life

limited storage capacity

no dedicated gpu

higher price point

Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C8) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C8) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

good battery life

solid performance

adequate connectivity options

average display quality

heavier than competitors

limited graphics performance

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 645 G9 Notebook and Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C8)
83 % - Design
84 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
82 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 645 G9 Notebook vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C8) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 645 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C8)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.19 cm x 21.39 cm x 1.99 cm 36.02 cm x 23.7 cm x 1.993 cm
Weight 1.37 kg 1.76 kg
Case Material - Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top)
Colour - Thunder black
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 645 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C8)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 15.6" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight -
Screen Resolution - 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness - 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features - Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 645 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C8)
CPU No CPU AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 5875U / 2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores - 8-core
Cache - L3 - 16 MB
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY HP EliteBook 645 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C8)
RAM 0 GB 16 GB (1 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 3200 MHz
Rated Speed - 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 2 1
STORAGE HP EliteBook 645 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C8)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) - 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Kioxia
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 645 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C8)
Graphics Processor (GPU) No graphics AMD Radeon Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Camera - Yes - 1080p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera
Sound Stereo speakers Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3247 Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio, Dolby Voice
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 645 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C8)
Wireless - Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller - AMD RZ616 - M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features - Wake-on-LAN (WOL)
BATTERY HP EliteBook 645 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C8)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) - 42 Wh
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 645 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C8)
Input AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V 65 Watt
INPUT HP EliteBook 645 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C8)
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Name HP Premium -
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Volume control, spill-resistant, ClickPad with gesture support Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 645 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C8)
Interfaces USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
LAN
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (powered)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
HDMI
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 645 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C8)
Operating System (OS) No operating system Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 645 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C8)
Included Accessories - USB-C power adapter
Integrated Options HP Tamper Lock -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately), chassis intrusion sensor Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Automatic DriveLock, HP DriveLock, HP Fast Charge, BIOS Update via Network, MIL-STD-810H tested Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, A-Tick, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, CIT, low halogen, ICCP, BNCI RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) 8 - 95%
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