HP EliteBook 645 G9 Notebook vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of HP EliteBook 645 G9 Notebook and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9). 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 X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

ultra-lightweight design

impressive battery life

robust security features

sharp display quality

powerful intel processor

limited port selection

higher price point

no touchscreen option

average speaker quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 645 G9 Notebook and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
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84 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
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81 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 645 G9 Notebook vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 645 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
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 29.33 cm x 20.81 cm x 1.48 cm
Weight 1.37 kg 991.5 g
Case Material - Carbon fibre (top), magnesium alloy (bottom)
Colour - Black weave
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 645 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 13" - IPS
Touchscreen - Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution - 2160 x 1350 (2K)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:10
Image Brightness - 450 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
Features - Anti-glare, anti-reflective, anti-smudge, 170° viewing angle, Low Power, Add-on Film Touch
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 645 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
CPU No CPU Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1270P / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 4.8 GHz
Number of Cores - 12-core
Cache - 18 MB
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY HP EliteBook 645 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
RAM 0 GB 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed - 5200 MHz
Rated Speed - 6400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 2 -
STORAGE HP EliteBook 645 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
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 X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
Graphics Processor (GPU) No graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 2 external monitor(s)
Camera - Yes - 1080p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera
Sound Stereo speakers Stereo speakers, two tweeters, two woofers, four microphones
Codec Realtek ALC3247 Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Voice
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 645 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
Wireless - Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY HP EliteBook 645 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) - 49.5 Wh
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 645 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
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 X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Name HP Premium -
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Volume control, spill-resistant, ClickPad with gesture support Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 645 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
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)
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
LAN (on supplied adapter)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 645 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
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 X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
Included Accessories - Lenovo USB-C to Ethernet Adapter, USB-C slim 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 -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately), chassis intrusion sensor -
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, NVMe password, USB FIDO (Fast Identity Online) device integration, Firmware Resiliency 3.0, certificate based BIOS authentication
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, 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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