HP EliteBook 835 G8 Notebook vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-14IKBR (81BD)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of HP EliteBook 835 G8 Notebook and Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-14IKBR (81BD). 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 835 G8 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook 835 G8 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust security features

lightweight design

powerful processor

fast charging capability

high-resolution display

expensive price point

limited port variety

average battery life

no dedicated GPU

Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-14IKBR (81BD) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-14IKBR (81BD) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

slim, lightweight design

sharp full HD display

solid overall performance

fast SSD storage

decent battery life

limited port selection

no dedicated GPU

average sound quality

pricier than competitors

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 835 G8 Notebook and Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-14IKBR (81BD)
85 % - Design
82 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
87 % - Battery
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 835 G8 Notebook vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-14IKBR (81BD) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 835 G8 Notebook Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-14IKBR (81BD)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.78 cm x 20.46 cm 32.07 cm x 22.28 cm x 1.59 cm
Weight 1.27 kg 1.55 kg
Case Material Aluminum Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom)
Colour - Silver
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 835 G8 Notebook Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-14IKBR (81BD)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 300 cd/m²
Features - Anti-glare
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 835 G8 Notebook Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-14IKBR (81BD)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 5650U / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8250U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 3.4 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core Quad-Core
Cache L3 - 16 MB 6 MB
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY HP EliteBook 835 G8 Notebook Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-14IKBR (81BD)
RAM 0 GB 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2400 MHz
Rated Speed - 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 2 0
STORAGE HP EliteBook 835 G8 Notebook Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-14IKBR (81BD)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) - 128 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 835 G8 Notebook Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-14IKBR (81BD)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics NVIDIA GeForce MX150 / Intel UHD Graphics 620
Video Memory - 2 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Resolution - 1 Megapixel
Camera Features IR camera Fixed focus
Video Resolutions 720p -
Sound Dual stereo speakers, 3 multi-array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio Output: JBL
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 835 G8 Notebook Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-14IKBR (81BD)
Wireless - 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Features - Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY HP EliteBook 835 G8 Notebook Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-14IKBR (81BD)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 53 Wh 55 Wh
Battery Life Up to 19.75 hours Up to 14 hours
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 835 G8 Notebook Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-14IKBR (81BD)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt
INPUT HP EliteBook 835 G8 Notebook Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-14IKBR (81BD)
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Name HP Premium -
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, precision touchpad, multi-gesture clickpad Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 835 G8 Notebook Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-14IKBR (81BD)
Interfaces 2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (charging)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.0 (Always On)
USB 3.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1/Thunderbolt 3/DisplayPort 1.2a (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 835 G8 Notebook Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-14IKBR (81BD)
Operating System (OS) No operating system Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included - Lenovo Settings, McAfee LiveSafe (30 days trial), Lenovo ID, Lenovo App Explorer
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 835 G8 Notebook Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-14IKBR (81BD)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options Hall sensor -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features BIOS Absolute Persistence, HP Sure Click, HP Sure Sense, HP Secure Erase, HP Sure Start Gen 6, HP Sure Admin, HP Sure Run Gen 4, HP Client Security Manager Gen 7, HP BIOSphere Gen 6, HP Sure Recover Gen 4 Administrator password, power-on password
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FIPS 140-2 Level 2, FCC, A-Tick, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, CIT, low halogen, ICCP, BNCI RoHS
Repairability Index 7.2 (out of 10) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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