HP EliteBook 835 G8 Notebook vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)

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Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)

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In depth comparison and review of HP EliteBook 835 G8 Notebook and Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM). 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 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 ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price point

solid build quality

decent battery life

good processor performance

adequate storage options

average display quality

limited graphics capability

no thunderbolt support

heavier design

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 835 G8 Notebook and Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
85 % - Design
82 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
87 % - Battery
78 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 835 G8 Notebook vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 835 G8 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.78 cm x 20.46 cm 36.4 cm x 24.5 cm x 1.89 cm
Weight 1.27 kg 1.8 kg
Case Material Aluminum Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS
Colour - Mineral grey
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 835 G8 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 15.6" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight LED 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 - 250 cd/m²
Features - Anti-glare
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 835 G8 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 5650U / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 1035G1 / 1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 3.6 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core Quad-Core
Cache L3 - 16 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY HP EliteBook 835 G8 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
RAM 0 GB 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2666 MHz
Rated Speed - 2666 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 ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) - 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 835 G8 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Camera Features IR camera ThinkShutter camera privacy
Video Resolutions 720p -
Sound Dual stereo speakers, 3 multi-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 835 G8 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
Wireless - Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY HP EliteBook 835 G8 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 53 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life Up to 19.75 hours Up to 9 hours
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 835 G8 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt
INPUT HP EliteBook 835 G8 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Name HP Premium -
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, precision touchpad, multi-gesture clickpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 835 G8 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
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 2.0
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (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 ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
Operating System (OS) No operating system Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - French
Software Included - Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 835 G8 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options Hall sensor -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware 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 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, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
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, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
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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