HP EliteBook 820 G3 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of HP EliteBook 820 G3 and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st 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 Tablet (1st Gen) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile detachable design

robust build quality

excellent keyboard accessory

impressive display clarity

reliable performance

limited battery life

higher price point

modest storage capacity

no dedicated graphics

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 820 G3 and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen)
78 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
71 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 820 G3 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 820 G3 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen)
Product Type Ultrabook Tablet - with detachable keyboard
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31 cm x 21.89 cm x 1.89 cm -
Dimensions (WxDxH) - tablet - 29.15 cm x 20.95 cm x 1.3 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details - 29.15 cm x 20.95 cm x 1.3 cm / 1.1 kg - keyboard dock
Weight 1.26 kg 795 g
Case Material Aluminum, magnesium alloy -
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 820 G3 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen)
Screen Size (Type) 12.5" - TN 12" - IPS
Touchscreen - Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 2160 x 1440 (Full HD Plus)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 3:2
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 820 G3 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen)
CPU Intel Core i5 (6th Gen) 6300U / 2.4 GHz Intel Core m7 (6th Gen) 6Y75 / 1.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3 GHz 3.1 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 3 MB 4 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 Integrated memory controller
MEMORY HP EliteBook 820 G3 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st 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 -
Rated Speed 2133 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
STORAGE HP EliteBook 820 G3 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD 512 GB SSD M.2
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 820 G3 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 520 Intel HD Graphics 515
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Resolution - 8 Megapixel (rear), 2 Megapixel (front)
Camera Features - Rear camera with flash
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Speaker
Codec CX7501 -
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio, HP Clear Sound Amp -
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 820 G3 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen)
Wireless Bluetooth, Wi-Fi Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, NFC, 802.11ad (WiGig)
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
WWAN
Generation - 4G
Technology - UMTS, HSPA, HSPA+, DC-HSPA+, LTE Advanced
Controller - Sierra Wireless EM7455
BATTERY HP EliteBook 820 G3 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen)
Technology Lithium Ion 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 37 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 10 hours
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 820 G3 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output - 45 Watt, 20 V, 2.25 A
INPUT HP EliteBook 820 G3 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen)
Type Keyboard, touchpad, pointing stick Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Volume control, spill-resistant, touchpad with gesture support -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 820 G3 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen)
Slots 1 x Micro-SIM card (1 free) 1 x Nano-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 3.0
USB-C
Mini DisplayPort
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 820 G3 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 820 G3 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (1st Gen)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter, keyboard
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
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 MIMO technology
Navigation Receiver - GPS
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001 -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 2 years
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