HP EliteBook 845 G10 Notebook vs. Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of HP EliteBook 845 G10 Notebook and Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

HP EliteBook 845 G10 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook 845 G10 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust security features

lightweight and portable

powerful AMD processor

bright display quality

fast charging support

average battery life

limited graphics performance

no HDMI port

higher price point

Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

powerful AMD processor

high-resolution display

good battery life

heavier than competitors

expensive base model

limited color options

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 845 G10 Notebook and Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
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Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 845 G10 Notebook vs. Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 845 G10 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.56 cm x 22.4 cm x 1.92 cm 35.44 cm x 23.74 cm x 1.58 cm
Weight 1.38 kg 1.94 kg
Case Material - Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom)
Colour - Black (bottom), arctic grey (top)
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 845 G10 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 16" OLED
Touchscreen - Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 3840 x 2400 (WQUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 500 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% DCI-P3
Features Low Blue Light technology, Low Power, 8-bit Colour Depth, WUXGA ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) anti-glare eDP +PSR2 Anti-reflective, One Glass Solution, anti-smudge, Low Blue Light technology, Dolby Vision, 175° viewing angle, 92.3% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 845 G10 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
CPU AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 7840U / 3.3 GHz AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 6850H / 3.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5.1 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 8-core
Cache L3 - 16 MB L3 - 16 MB
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY HP EliteBook 845 G10 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
RAM 16 GB (1 x 16 GB) 32 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB -
RAM Type DDR5 SDRAM - non-ECC LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 5600 MHz 6400 MHz
Rated Speed 5600 MHz 6400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 262-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE HP EliteBook 845 G10 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 1.024 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Western Digital
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 845 G10 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon 780M AMD Radeon 680M
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes Yes - 1080p
Resolution 5 Megapixel -
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, HP Auto Frame Windows Hello, fixed focus, e-camera shutter, hybrid FHD/IR camera
Sound Dual stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3315 Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Output: Bang & Olufsen Audio Input: Dolby Voice, 360° far-field
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 845 G10 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3 Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller MediaTek RZ616 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2) Qualcomm NFA725A
Bluetooth Class Class 1.5 -
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.11d, IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED, IEEE 802.11h, IEEE 802.11e, IEEE 802.11k, IEEE 802.11w, IEEE 802.11r, IEEE 802.11v, IEEE 802.11mc -
Remote Management Protocol SNMP 2 -
Features Miracast, dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO -
BATTERY HP EliteBook 845 G10 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 51.3 Wh 72 Wh
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 845 G10 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V, 8 A 135 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT HP EliteBook 845 G10 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Name HP Premium -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, precision touchpad, glass clickpad, volume control, spill-resistant Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 845 G10 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Interfaces 2 x USB4/DisplayPort 1.4 (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (charging)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
2 x USB4 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Card, SDXC UHS-II Card)
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 845 G10 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 11 Pro
Software Included HP Support Assistant, HP Power Manager, HP Hotkey Support, HP Client Catalogue (free download), HP Driver Packs, HP PC Hardware Diagnostics, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Privacy Settings, HP QuickDrop, HP Client Management Script Library (free download), myHP, HP Image Assistant Gen5 (free download), HP Easy Clean, HP Smart Support, HP Quick Touch, HP Manageability Integration Kit Gen4 (free download) -
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 845 G10 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Included Accessories HP 65W USB-C AC Adapter USB-C slim power adapter
Bundled with HP Wolf Pro Security Edition (1 year) -
Integrated Options HP Tamper Lock -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader 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 HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, HP Fast Charge, BIOS Update via Network, HP Sure Click, HP Sure Sense, HP Secure Erase, MIL-STD-810H tested, HP Sure Admin, HP Client Security Manager Gen 7, HP BIOSphere Gen 6, HP Sure Start Gen 7, Secured-core PC enabled, HP Sure Run Gen 5, HP Sure Recover Gen 5 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, TCO Certified Edge RoHS, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified, TCO Certified 9.0
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year -
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