HP EliteBook 830 G9 Notebook vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L480

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
HP EliteBook 830 G9 Notebook
HP EliteBook 830 G9 Notebook

Our Rating: 85 %

Side by side comparison and review of HP EliteBook 830 G9 Notebook and Lenovo ThinkPad L480. 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 830 G9 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook 830 G9 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust security features

compact, lightweight design

powerful intel processors

bright, sharp display

fast charging support

higher price point

limited graphics performance

no HDMI port

average battery life

Lenovo ThinkPad L480 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L480 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

good battery life

effective security features

affordable price point

mediocre display quality

average processor speed

limited graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 830 G9 Notebook and Lenovo ThinkPad L480
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
69 % - Design
64 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 830 G9 Notebook vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L480 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 830 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L480
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.01 cm x 21.48 cm x 1.92 cm 33.5 cm x 23.5 cm x 2.25 cm
Weight 1.27 kg 1.68 kg
Case Material - Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Natural silver Black
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 830 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L480
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 14"
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1366 x 768 (HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC -
Features WUXGA ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) anti-glare eDP Anti-glare
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 830 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L480
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8130U / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 3.4 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core Dual-Core
Cache L3 - 12 MB 4 MB
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology, Intel Smart Cache Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY HP EliteBook 830 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L480
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB
Max RAM Supported - 32 GB
RAM Type DDR5 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 4800 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 4800 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
STORAGE HP EliteBook 830 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L480
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 830 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L480
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes Yes - 720p
Resolution 5 Megapixel -
Camera Features Privacy shutter, HP Auto Frame -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 830 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L480
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) Wi-Fi
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2) -
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Bluetooth Class Class 2 -
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.11d, IEEE 802.11i, IEEE 802.11h, IEEE 802.11e, IEEE 802.11k, IEEE 802.11r, IEEE 802.11v, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED 6E -
Features Miracast, dual stream (2x2), CNVi -
BATTERY HP EliteBook 830 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L480
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 51.3 Wh -
Battery Life Up to 14 hours -
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 830 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L480
Input AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt -
INPUT HP EliteBook 830 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L480
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Name HP Premium -
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, precision touchpad, multi-gesture clickpad, DuraKeys Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 830 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L480
Interfaces 2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (charging)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 830 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L480
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR))
Software Included HP Support Assistant, HP Power Manager, HP Hotkey Support, HP Secure Erase, HP Drive Packs (free download), HP Client Catalogue (free download), HP PC Hardware Diagnostics, HP Manageability & Integration Kit (free download), HP Notifications, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Privacy Settings, HP Cloud Recovery, HP QuickDrop, HP Client Management Script Library (free download), HP BIOSphere Gen6, myHP, HP Image Assistant Gen5 (free download), Tile, HP Easy Clean, HP Smart Support, HP Quick Touch -
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 830 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L480
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories 45W USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter
Integrated Options Tile module, accelerometer, magnetometer, gyro sensor, hall sensor, HP Tamper Lock, ambient colour sensor -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features BIOS Absolute Persistence, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, HP Fast Charge, BIOS Update via Network Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, GS, SABS, CCC, FIPS 140-2 Level 2, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, A-Tick, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, CIT, low halogen, IEEE 1680, ICCP, RED, AUS/NZ ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, ISO 27001
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 - parts and labour - 1 year -
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