HP EliteBook 860 G10 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook 860 G10 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust security features

lightweight and portable

powerful processor performance

high-resolution display

fast charging technology

premium price tag

limited graphics capabilities

no HDMI port

average speaker quality

Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (20RV) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (20RV) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

efficient performance

affordable price point

adequate connectivity options

solid keyboard feel

average display quality

moderate battery life

limited graphics power

no thunderbolt support

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 860 G10 Notebook and Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (20RV)
81 % - Design
82 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 860 G10 Notebook vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (20RV) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 860 G10 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (20RV)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.87 cm x 25.1 cm x 1.92 cm 32.6 cm x 23 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 1.73 kg 1.5 kg
Case Material - Aluminum
Colour - Mineral grey
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 860 G10 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (20RV)
Screen Size (Type) 16" - IPS 14"
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB -
Features Low Blue Light technology, Low Power, 8-bit Colour Depth, HP Eye Ease, WUXGA ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) anti-glare eDP +PSR2 Anti-glare
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 860 G10 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (20RV)
CPU Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10210U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core Quad-Core
Cache L3 - 12 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology Integrated memory controller
MEMORY HP EliteBook 860 G10 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (20RV)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 24 GB
RAM Type DDR5 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 5200 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 5200 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 262-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE HP EliteBook 860 G10 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (20RV)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe), HP Value 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 860 G10 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (20RV)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Video System Features Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory) -
Camera Yes Yes - 720p
Resolution 5 Megapixel -
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, 88° view, HP Auto Frame Fixed focus, ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound Dual stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3315 Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features Output: Bang & Olufsen Audio, discrete amplifiers; Input: AI noise reduction -
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 860 G10 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (20RV)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3 wireless card 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2) M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Bluetooth Class Class 2 -
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.11d, IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED, IEEE 802.11h, IEEE 802.11e, IEEE 802.11k, IEEE 802.11r, IEEE 802.11v -
Features Miracast, dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO, CNVi, 160 MHz Wi-Fi bandwidth Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY HP EliteBook 860 G10 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (20RV)
Technology 6-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 76 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life Up to 19.5 hours Up to 9 hours
Battery Weight 357 g -
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 860 G10 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (20RV)
Input AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 100 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V 65 Watt
INPUT HP EliteBook 860 G10 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (20RV)
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Name HP Premium -
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Volume control, multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, precision touchpad, glass clickpad, spill-resistant, DuraKeys Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 860 G10 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (20RV)
Interfaces 2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (charging)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI 2.1
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
LAN
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 860 G10 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (20RV)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included HP Support Assistant, HP Power Manager, HP Hotkey Support, HP Secure Erase, HP Drive Packs (free download), HP Client Catalogue (free download), HP Notifications, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Sure Click, HP Privacy Settings, HP Cloud Recovery, HP Sure Sense, HP Sure Admin, HP Client Management Script Library (free download), HP BIOSphere Gen6, HP Wake on WLAN, myHP, HP Image Assistant Gen5 (free download), HP SureStart Gen7, HP Easy Clean, HP Smart Support, HP Connect for Microsoft Endpoint Manager, HP Patch Assistant (free download), HP Sure Recover Gen5, HP Sure Run Gen5, HP Manageability & Integration Kit Gen4 (free download), HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Windows, HP Services Scan Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 860 G10 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (20RV)
Included Accessories HP 100W+10W Slim USB-C+USB-A AC Power Adapter Power adapter
Bundled with HP Wolf Pro Security Edition (1 year) -
Integrated Options Ambient light sensor, hall sensor, motion sensor, HP Tamper Lock, thermal sensor, adaptive colour sensor -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader 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), chassis intrusion sensor Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features BIOS Absolute Persistence, HP Fast Charge, BIOS Update via Network, Secured-core PC enabled Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards CSA, VCCI, BSMI, GS, CCC, FIPS 140-2 Level 2, FCC, RoHS, KCC, WEEE, CISPR, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, SRRC, NCC, low halogen, UL 62368-1, TEC, KES, Low Blue Light certified (LBL), Ukraine NSoC, EAEU Compliance, Saudi Arabian Compliance RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value - 0.49 W/kg (body), 0.49 W/kg (limb)
Product Recycled Content Ocean-bound plastics -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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