HP EliteBook 830 G9 Notebook vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM)

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HP EliteBook 830 G9 Notebook
HP EliteBook 830 G9 Notebook

Our Rating: 85 %

Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM)
Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM)

Side by side comparison and review of HP EliteBook 830 G9 Notebook and Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM). 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

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 830 G9 Notebook and Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 830 G9 Notebook vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 830 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.01 cm x 21.48 cm x 1.92 cm 30.55 cm x 20.85 cm x 2.03 cm
Weight 1.27 kg 1.43 kg
Case Material - Glass-fibre reinforced plastic
Colour Natural silver Black
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 830 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 12.5"
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 X270 (20HM)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7300U / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 3.5 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core Dual-Core
Cache L3 - 12 MB 3 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
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 X270 (20HM)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (1 x 4 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 16 GB
RAM Type DDR5 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 4800 MHz 2133 MHz
Rated Speed 4800 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE HP EliteBook 830 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD 2.5" (7 mm) SATA 6Gb/s
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 830 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel HD 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 ALC3268
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 830 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2) Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card
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 X270 (20HM)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 6-cell Lithium Ion
Installed Qty - 1
Battery Capacity (Size) 51.3 Wh 48 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14 hours -
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 830 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM)
Input AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 45 Watt, 20 V
INPUT HP EliteBook 830 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM)
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 X270 (20HM)
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 3.0
USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 830 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
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 X270 (20HM)
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories 45W USB-C power adapter 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, fingerprint reader
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, 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 RoHS
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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