HP EliteBook 820 G3 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T450s

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of HP EliteBook 820 G3 and Lenovo ThinkPad T450s. Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

HP EliteBook 820 G3 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook 820 G3 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

compact and portable

robust build quality

good keyboard feel

adequate performance level

decent battery life

average display quality

limited graphics capability

no USB-C port

higher price point

Lenovo ThinkPad T450s Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T450s based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

durable build quality

excellent keyboard feel

efficient power management

robust security features

good connectivity options

average display quality

modest graphics performance

heavier than competitors

limited storage capacity

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 820 G3 and Lenovo ThinkPad T450s
78 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
71 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 820 G3 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T450s Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 820 G3 Lenovo ThinkPad T450s
Product Type Ultrabook Ultrabook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31 cm x 21.89 cm x 1.89 cm 33.1 cm x 22.6 cm x 2.065 cm
Weight 1.26 kg 1.59 kg
Case Material Aluminum, magnesium alloy Carbon fibre reinforced plastic, magnesium-aluminum alloy
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 820 G3 Lenovo ThinkPad T450s
Screen Size (Type) 12.5" - TN 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 300 cd/m²
Features - Anti-glare
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 820 G3 Lenovo ThinkPad T450s
CPU Intel Core i5 (6th Gen) 6300U / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i5 (5th Gen) 5300U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3 GHz 2.9 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 3 MB 3 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Platform Technology Intel vPro Platform Intel vPro Platform
Features Enhanced SpeedStep technology, Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY HP EliteBook 820 G3 Lenovo ThinkPad T450s
RAM 8 GB 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 20 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR3L SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz / PC4-17000 1600 MHz / PC3L-12800
Rated Speed 2133 MHz 1600 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 204-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE HP EliteBook 820 G3 Lenovo ThinkPad T450s
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD 120 GB SSD
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 820 G3 Lenovo ThinkPad T450s
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 520 Intel HD Graphics 5500
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, two microphones
Codec CX7501 Realtek ALC3232
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio, HP Clear Sound Amp -
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 820 G3 Lenovo ThinkPad T450s
Wireless Bluetooth, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY HP EliteBook 820 G3 Lenovo ThinkPad T450s
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Max Supported Qty - 2
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 820 G3 Lenovo ThinkPad T450s
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
INPUT HP EliteBook 820 G3 Lenovo ThinkPad T450s
Type Keyboard, touchpad, pointing stick Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Volume control, spill-resistant, touchpad with gesture support Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 820 G3 Lenovo ThinkPad T450s
Slots 1 x Micro-SIM card (1 free) -
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1 (charging)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C
DisplayPort
VGA
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
3 x USB 3.0
VGA
Mini DisplayPort
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 820 G3 Lenovo ThinkPad T450s
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 10 Pro (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR))
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 820 G3 Lenovo ThinkPad T450s
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip
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 HP 3D DriveGuard, HP DuraKeys, HP SpareKey, HP BIOS Protection, HP SureStart, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, Hybrid Boot, Master Record Security, Measured Boot, Power On Authentication, Pre-Boot Security, Pre-boot Authentication Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, 1 USB 3.0 (Always On), ThinkEngine, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001 ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return
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