HP EliteBook 835 G8 Notebook vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21CJ)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of HP EliteBook 835 G8 Notebook and Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21CJ). 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 ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21CJ) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21CJ) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

good security features

solid processor performance

heavier than competitors

limited color accuracy

basic graphics power

premium price tag

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 835 G8 Notebook and Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21CJ)
85 % - Design
82 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
87 % - Battery
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 835 G8 Notebook vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21CJ) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 835 G8 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21CJ)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.78 cm x 20.46 cm 36.19 cm x 25.55 cm x 2.05 cm
Weight 1.27 kg 1.81 kg
Case Material Aluminum Carbon fibre (top), glass-fibre (top), polycarbonate (top), polyphenylene sulfide (bottom)
Colour - Thunder black
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 835 G8 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21CJ)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 16" - IPS
Touchscreen - Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness - 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features - Anti-glare, on-cell touch technology, 85° viewing angle
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 835 G8 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21CJ)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 5650U / 2.3 GHz AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 6850U / 2.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 8-core
Cache L3 - 16 MB L3 - 16 MB
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY HP EliteBook 835 G8 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21CJ)
RAM 0 GB 32 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed - 6400 MHz
Rated Speed - 6400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 2 -
STORAGE HP EliteBook 835 G8 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21CJ)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) - 1 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption, Performance - Samsung
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 835 G8 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21CJ)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics AMD Radeon 680M
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 1080p
Camera Features IR camera Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera
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 Input: Dolby Voice, far-field
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 835 G8 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21CJ)
Wireless - Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller - Qualcomm NFA725A
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features - Wake-on-LAN (WOL)
BATTERY HP EliteBook 835 G8 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21CJ)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 53 Wh 52.5 Wh
Battery Life Up to 19.75 hours -
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 835 G8 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21CJ)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt
INPUT HP EliteBook 835 G8 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21CJ)
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Name HP Premium -
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, precision touchpad, multi-gesture clickpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 835 G8 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21CJ)
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 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI (4K support)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 835 G8 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21CJ)
Operating System (OS) No operating system Windows 11 Pro
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 835 G8 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21CJ)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Integrated Options Hall sensor -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip with Microsoft Pluton, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington nano 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, system password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password, certificate based BIOS authentication, FIDO (Fast Identity Online) authentication
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, TCG Certified, TCO Certified 9.0
Repairability Index 7.2 (out of 10) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Carbon Footprint - 233 kg carbon emissions (EU)
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) 8 - 95%
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