HP EliteBook 735 G6 Notebook vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L520

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
HP EliteBook 735 G6 Notebook
HP EliteBook 735 G6 Notebook

Our Rating: 75 %

Lenovo ThinkPad L520
Lenovo ThinkPad L520

Our Rating: 72 %

In depth comparison and review of HP EliteBook 735 G6 Notebook and Lenovo ThinkPad L520. 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 735 G6 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook 735 G6 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust security features

lightweight and portable

solid build quality

efficient AMD processor

bright full HD display

average battery life

limited storage capacity

no dedicated GPU

higher price point

Lenovo ThinkPad L520 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L520 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

durable build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

good battery life

solid performance

reliable security features

heavier than competitors

dated design

average display quality

limited graphics performance

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 735 G6 Notebook and Lenovo ThinkPad L520
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
75 % - Design
66 % - Display
45 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 735 G6 Notebook vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L520 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 735 G6 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L520
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.04 cm x 22.93 cm x 1.77 cm 38 cm x 24.7 cm x 3.6 cm
Weight 1.33 kg 2.6 kg
Case Material Aluminum -
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 735 G6 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L520
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1600 x 900 (HD+)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC -
Colour Support - 16.7 million colours
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 735 G6 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L520
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 3500U / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (2nd Gen) 2520M / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 3.2 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 4 MB L3 - 3 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features AMD GuardMI Technology Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY HP EliteBook 735 G6 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L520
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 4 GB
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 8 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR3 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz -
Rated Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 204-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE HP EliteBook 735 G6 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L520
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe), triple-level cell (TLC), HP Value 320 GB HDD
Optical Drive - DVD-Writer
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 735 G6 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L520
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 8 Intel HD Graphics 3000
Memory Allocation Technology - Dynamic Video Memory Technology
Camera Yes - HD Yes
Resolution - 0.92 Megapixel
Camera Features HP Privacy HD -
Video Resolutions 720p -
Sound Stereo speakers, 3 multi-array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC269Q
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 735 G6 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L520
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 3.0
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8111EPH -
Bluetooth Class Class 2 -
Compliant Standards Wi-Fi CERTIFIED -
Features Miracast, dual stream (2x2) -
WWAN
Generation - 3G upgradable
BATTERY HP EliteBook 735 G6 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L520
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 50 Wh -
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 735 G6 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L520
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt -
INPUT HP EliteBook 735 G6 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L520
Type Keyboard, pointing stick, ClickPad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Name HP Premium Collaboration Keyboard -
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, ClickPad with gesture support Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 735 G6 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L520
Slots - 1 x ExpressCard/54 (1 free)
Interfaces USB-C (charging)
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (charging)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Dock
HDMI
USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
PoweredUSB 2.0
USB 2.0/eSATA
VGA
DisplayPort
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 735 G6 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L520
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR))
Software Included HP Support Assistant, HP Hotkey Support, Windows Defender, HP Client Catalog, HP BIOS Config Utility, HP Image Assistant, HP JumpStart, HP Noise Cancellation, HP System Software Manager, Native Miracast, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Sure Click, HP Fingerprint Sensor, HP BIOSphere Gen5, HP Client Security Manager Gen5, HP Cloud Recovery, HP Sure Sense, HP SureRun Gen2, HP Sure Recover Gen2, HP SureStart -
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 735 G6 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L520
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Bundled with HP EliteDisplay E243, HP Prelude Pro Recycle Backpack, HP USB Keyboard, HP USB mouse -
Integrated Options Ambient light sensor, hall sensor -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately), padlock loop Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Power-on password, Setup Password, BIOS Absolute Persistence, Power On Authentication, HP Fast Charge, Pre-boot Authentication, MU-MIMO technology, Master Boot Record Security, Secure Erase, BIOS Update via Network, ultra-slim -
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, CCC, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, A-Tick, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, low halogen, ICCP, AUS/NZ ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, ISO 27001
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Silver EPEAT Gold
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
Limited warranty - battery - 3 years
Limited warranty - software - 90 days
Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return
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