HP EliteBook 820 G3 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of HP EliteBook 820 G3 and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen). 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 X1 Carbon (7th Gen) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

robust build quality

excellent keyboard

impressive battery life

fast performance

limited storage capacity

average graphics

no HDMI port

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 820 G3 and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)
78 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
71 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 820 G3 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 820 G3 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)
Product Type Ultrabook Ultrabook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31 cm x 21.89 cm x 1.89 cm 32.3 cm x 21.7 cm x 1.495 cm
Weight 1.26 kg 1.09 kg
Case Material Aluminum, magnesium alloy Carbon fibre, magnesium alloy
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 820 G3 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)
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 - 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 72%
Features - Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 820 G3 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)
CPU Intel Core i5 (6th Gen) 6300U / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8665U / 1.9 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3 GHz 4.8 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 3 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Platform Technology 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, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY HP EliteBook 820 G3 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)
RAM 8 GB 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz / PC4-17000 2133 MHz
Rated Speed 2133 MHz 2133 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
STORAGE HP EliteBook 820 G3 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD 512 GB SSD M.2 2280
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 820 G3 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 520 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features - ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Four speakers, quad array microphone
Codec CX7501 Realtek ALC3286
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio, HP Clear Sound Amp -
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 820 G3 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)
Wireless Bluetooth, Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.1
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features - Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter
WWAN
Generation - 4G upgradable
BATTERY HP EliteBook 820 G3 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 820 G3 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
INPUT HP EliteBook 820 G3 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)
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, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 820 G3 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)
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
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Dock
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 820 G3 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR))
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 820 G3 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington mini 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 -
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001 ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001, GDPR
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return
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