HP EliteBook 830 G6 Notebook vs. HP EliteBook 820 G2

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
HP EliteBook 830 G6 Notebook
HP EliteBook 830 G6 Notebook

Our Rating: 75 %

In depth comparison and review of HP EliteBook 830 G6 Notebook and HP EliteBook 820 G2. 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 830 G6 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook 830 G6 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust security features

compact, lightweight design

strong build quality

fast charging support

good connectivity options

average battery life

modest display brightness

no dedicated GPU

higher price point

HP EliteBook 820 G2 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook 820 G2 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

compact and portable

solid build quality

good keyboard feel

adequate performance level

decent battery life

average display quality

limited upgrade options

no high-end graphics

higher price segment

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 830 G6 Notebook and HP EliteBook 820 G2
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
69 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
73 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 830 G6 Notebook vs. HP EliteBook 820 G2 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 830 G6 Notebook HP EliteBook 820 G2
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.04 cm x 22.93 cm x 1.77 cm 31 cm x 21.53 cm x 2.1 cm
Weight 1.33 kg 1.36 kg
Case Material Aluminum Aluminum, magnesium alloy
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 830 G6 Notebook HP EliteBook 820 G2
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 12.5" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness 1000 cd/m² 200 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC -
Privacy Technology HP SureView -
Features Ambient light sensor, Full HD eDP anti-glare, 72% NTSC colour gamut -
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 830 G6 Notebook HP EliteBook 820 G2
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8565U / 1.8 GHz Intel Core i5 (5th Gen) 5300U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz 2.9 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 8 MB L3 - 3 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY HP EliteBook 830 G6 Notebook HP EliteBook 820 G2
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 4 GB (1 x 4 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR3L SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 1600 MHz / PC3L-12800
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 1600 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 204-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE HP EliteBook 830 G6 Notebook HP EliteBook 820 G2
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe), HP Value 128 GB SSD
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 830 G6 Notebook HP EliteBook 820 G2
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel HD Graphics 5500
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Camera Features IR camera 720p HD movie recording, low light enhancement
Video Resolutions 720p 1280 x 720
Frame Rate - 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, 3 multi-array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - ALC3228
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, DTS Studio Sound
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 830 G6 Notebook HP EliteBook 820 G2
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax Bluetooth, Wi-Fi
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-V -
Bluetooth Class Class 2 -
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3i, IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.3x, IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED, IEEE 802.3az -
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY HP EliteBook 830 G6 Notebook HP EliteBook 820 G2
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 50 Wh -
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 830 G6 Notebook HP EliteBook 820 G2
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt -
INPUT HP EliteBook 830 G6 Notebook HP EliteBook 820 G2
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, touchpad, pointing stick
Keyboard Name HP Premium Collaboration Keyboard -
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Volume control, spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, multi-gesture clickpad Volume control, spill-resistant
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 830 G6 Notebook HP EliteBook 820 G2
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1 (charging)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt)
HDMI
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.0
DisplayPort
VGA
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Dock
USB 3.0 (charging)
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 830 G6 Notebook HP EliteBook 820 G2
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR))
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 830 G6 Notebook HP EliteBook 820 G2
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
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 security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Power-on password, BIOS Absolute Persistence, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, Power On Authentication, HP Fast Charge, Pre-boot Authentication, MU-MIMO technology, Master Boot Record Security, HP Sure Run, HP Sure Recover, BIOS Update via Network Easy access door, HP 3D DriveGuard, HP DuraFinish, HP DuraKeys, HP SpareKey, soft-touch surface, HP DisplaySafe, HP BIOS Protection, HP SureStart, HP Drive Encryption, SecureBoot, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, Hybrid Boot, Master Record Security, Measured Boot, Power On Authentication, Pre-Boot Security, HP Roaming Alert, Intel My WiFi Technology
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, A-Tick, ICES, KC, CIT, low halogen, ICCP ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C 0 °C
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) 10 - 90% (non-condensing)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - parts and labour - 3 years
Limited warranty - battery - 3 years
Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return
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