HP EliteBook 745 G4 Notebook vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S)

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In depth comparison and review of HP EliteBook 745 G4 Notebook and Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S). 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 IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

compact design

decent battery life

solid build quality

lightweight for portability

limited storage capacity

mediocre performance

low-resolution display

few connectivity options

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Difference between HP EliteBook 745 G4 Notebook and Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S)
72 % - Design
65 % - Display
44 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 745 G4 Notebook vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 745 G4 Notebook Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.8 cm x 23.7 cm x 1.89 cm 33.4 cm x 23.5 cm x 1.86 cm
Weight 1.48 kg 1.44 kg
Case Material Aluminum, magnesium alloy Polycarbonate ABS
Colour - Denim blue | Mineral grey
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 745 G4 Notebook Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - TN 14"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Features Slim Design, Full HD standard-viewing angle (SVA) eDP anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 745 G4 Notebook Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S)
CPU AMD A12 PRO-9800B / 2.7 GHz Intel Celeron N3350 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.6 GHz 2.4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 2 MB 2 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY HP EliteBook 745 G4 Notebook Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S)
RAM 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR4 SDRAM
Speed 1866 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 1866 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE HP EliteBook 745 G4 Notebook Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 SATA 6Gb/s 32 GB eMMC
Secondary Storage 500 GB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 7200 rpm -
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 745 G4 Notebook Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon R7 Intel HD Graphics 500
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Resolution - 0.3 Megapixel
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 745 G4 Notebook Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, NFC, Bluetooth 4.2 Bluetooth 4.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 7265 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2) Atheros QCA9377A
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Broadcom BCM5762 -
Bluetooth Class Class 2 -
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED -
Features Miracast Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY HP EliteBook 745 G4 Notebook Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 51 Wh 32 Wh
Battery Life Up to 11 hours Up to 8 hours
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 745 G4 Notebook Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19.5 V 45 Watt
INPUT HP EliteBook 745 G4 Notebook Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S)
Type Keyboard, touchpad, pointing stick Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Name HP Premium -
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, gesture function -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 745 G4 Notebook Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1 (charging)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C
DisplayPort
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 745 G4 Notebook Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 in S mode - English
Software Included Skype, HP SoftPaq Download Manager, HP Recovery Manager, HP Support Assistant, Bing Toolbar, HP ePrint, HP Hotkey Support, HP Systems Software Manager (free download), HP BIOS Configuration Utility (free download), HP Drive Packs (free download), HP Client Catalogue (free download), HP JumpStart, HP JetAdvantage Connect, HP Noise Cancellation, HP LAN-WLAN Protection, HP MAC Address Manager, HP MIK for Microsoft SCCM (free download), HP Client Security Suite Gen3 Lenovo Settings, McAfee LiveSafe (30 days trial), Lenovo ID, Lenovo Companion 3.0
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 745 G4 Notebook Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, smart card reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features HP DuraKeys, HP BIOS Protection, BIOS Absolute Persistence, HP SureStart, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, Master Record Security, Measured Boot, Power On Authentication, Pre-boot Authentication Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password
Compliant Standards ACPI, CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, A-Tick, ICES, KC, CIT 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 - 3 years
Limited warranty - battery - 3 years
Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number - 14IAP 81A5
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