HP EliteBook 850 G7 Notebook vs. Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)

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HP EliteBook 850 G7 Notebook
HP EliteBook 850 G7 Notebook

Our Rating: 85 %

Detailed comparison and review of HP EliteBook 850 G7 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 850 G7 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook 850 G7 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust security features

sleek aluminum design

powerful intel processors

bright full-hd display

comfortable keyboard

premium price tag

average battery life

no dedicated gpu

limited port variety

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 850 G7 Notebook and Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 850 G7 Notebook vs. Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 850 G7 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.97 cm x 23.38 cm x 1.92 cm 35.44 cm x 23.74 cm x 1.58 cm
Weight 1.7 kg 1.94 kg
Case Material Aluminum Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom)
Colour - Black (bottom), arctic grey (top)
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 850 G7 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 16" OLED
Touchscreen - Yes (10-point multi-touch)
Screen Resolution - 3840 x 2400 (WQUXGA)
Widescreen - Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:10
Image Brightness - 500 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% DCI-P3
Features - 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 850 G7 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10310U / 1.7 GHz AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 6850H / 3.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 8-core
Cache L3 - 6 MB L3 - 16 MB
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology Integrated memory controller
MEMORY HP EliteBook 850 G7 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
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 850 G7 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) - 1.024 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Western Digital
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 850 G7 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics AMD Radeon 680M
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Camera - Yes - 1080p
Camera Features - Windows Hello, fixed focus, e-camera shutter, hybrid FHD/IR camera
Sound Dual stereo speakers, 3 multi-array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio Input: Dolby Voice, 360° far-field
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 850 G7 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Wireless - Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller - Qualcomm NFA725A
BATTERY HP EliteBook 850 G7 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Technology - 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) - 72 Wh
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 850 G7 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 135 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT HP EliteBook 850 G7 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Type Keyboard, pointing stick, ClickPad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Name HP Premium Collaboration Keyboard -
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Multi-touch clickpad, ClickPad with gesture support, precision touchpad, glass clickpad, spill-resistant Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 850 G7 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Interfaces 2 x USB-C 3.1 (supports Thunderbolt, DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode)
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (charging)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
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 850 G7 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Operating System (OS) No operating system Windows 11 Pro
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 850 G7 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Included Accessories - USB-C slim 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 Power-on password, Setup Password, Automatic DriveLock, HP DriveLock, Power On Authentication, HP Fast Charge, Pre-boot Authentication, BIOS Update via Network, MIL-STD-810H tested, Secured-core PC capable 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, FCC, A-Tick, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, CIT, low halogen, ICCP RoHS, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified, 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
Limited warranty - battery - 3 years
Limited warranty - software - 90 days
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