HP EliteBook 850 G6 Notebook vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G6 ABP (21KJ)

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HP EliteBook 850 G6 Notebook
HP EliteBook 850 G6 Notebook

Our Rating: 78 %

Side by side comparison and review of HP EliteBook 850 G6 Notebook and Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G6 ABP (21KJ). 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 850 G6 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook 850 G6 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust security features

solid build quality

comfortable keyboard

good battery life

bright display

average graphics performance

no HDMI port

heavier design

premium price tag

Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G6 ABP (21KJ) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G6 ABP (21KJ) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

efficient multitasking capabilities

solid build quality

affordable price point

modern minimalist design

good battery life

average display brightness

limited graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

mediocre speaker quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 850 G6 Notebook and Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G6 ABP (21KJ)
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 850 G6 Notebook vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G6 ABP (21KJ) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 850 G6 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G6 ABP (21KJ)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37 cm x 25.17 cm x 1.82 cm 31.35 cm x 22.4 cm x 1.69 cm
Weight 1.78 kg 1.38 kg
Case Material Aluminum Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom)
Colour - Dual tone arctic grey
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 850 G6 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G6 ABP (21KJ)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 14" - IPS
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 - 16:10
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Slim Design, Full HD ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) eDP anti-glare Anti-glare, Low Blue Light technology
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 850 G6 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G6 ABP (21KJ)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8365U / 1.6 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 7530U / 2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 6-core
Cache 6 MB L3 - 16 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Platform Technology Intel vPro Platform -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology Integrated memory controller
MEMORY HP EliteBook 850 G6 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G6 ABP (21KJ)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz / PC4-19200 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE HP EliteBook 850 G6 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G6 ABP (21KJ)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 SATA 6Gb/s - Self-Encrypting Drive, FIPS Opal 2 Encryption, triple-level cell (TLC) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
SSD Cache 32 GB 3D Xpoint (Optane) (PCIe (NVMe)) -
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 850 G6 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G6 ABP (21KJ)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 AMD Radeon Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 1080p
Camera Features IR camera, HP Privacy HD Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera
Sound Stereo speakers, 3 multi-array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features Noise-cancellation technology, Bang & Olufsen Audio Input: noise-cancellation technology
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 850 G6 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G6 ABP (21KJ)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 - PCI Express Half Mini Card M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-LM -
Bluetooth Class Class 2 -
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3i, IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.3x, IEEE 802.11d, IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED, IEEE 802.11h, IEEE 802.11e, IEEE 802.11k, IEEE 802.3az, IEEE 802.11r, IEEE 802.11v -
Features - Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY HP EliteBook 850 G6 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G6 ABP (21KJ)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 56 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life Up to 15 hours Up to 14.23 hours
Battery Run Time - Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 14.23 hours
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 850 G6 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G6 ABP (21KJ)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt
INPUT HP EliteBook 850 G6 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G6 ABP (21KJ)
Type Keyboard, pointing stick, ClickPad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Name HP Premium Collaboration Keyboard -
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Volume control, spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, multi-gesture clickpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 850 G6 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G6 ABP (21KJ)
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4) (1 free)
Interfaces USB-C (supports Thunderbolt)
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (charging)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI (4K support)
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 850 G6 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G6 ABP (21KJ)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English / German Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included HP Recovery Manager, HP ePrint, HP Spare Key, Password Manager, Windows Defender, HP Velocity, HP Secure Erase, HP Security Manager, HP Drive Packs (free download), HP Client Catalog, HP Credential Manager, Absolute Persistence, HP BIOS Config Utility, HP Device Access Manager, HP JumpStart, HP Noise Cancellation, HP System Software Manager, HP LAN-WLAN Protection, Native Miracast, HP JetAdvantage, HP PhoneWise, HP Sure Click, HP BIOSphere Gen4, HP Manageability & Integration Kit Gen2, Ivanti Management Suite (subscription required), HP Client Security Suite Gen4 Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 850 G6 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G6 ABP (21KJ)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Integrated Options Ambient light sensor -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately), padlock loop Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Power-on password, Setup Password, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, Pre-boot Authentication, MU-MIMO technology, Secure Erase, HP Sure Start Gen 4, HP Sure Run, HP Sure Recover Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810H tested, Rapid Charge Pro, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, A-Tick, ICES, KC, CIT, ICCP RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, FSC, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TCO Certified 9.0
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
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 - 3 years - on-site Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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