HP EliteBook 865 G10 Notebook vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CF)

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Detailed comparison and review of HP EliteBook 865 G10 Notebook and Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CF). 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 865 G10 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook 865 G10 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful amd processor

robust security features

lightweight aluminum chassis

bright display options

fast charging support

premium price tag

average battery life

no dedicated gpu

limited color accuracy

Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CF) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CF) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

powerful processor options

good battery life

impressive security features

heavier than competitors

average display brightness

limited color options

expensive base model

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 865 G10 Notebook and Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CF)
86 % - Design
84 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 865 G10 Notebook vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CF) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 865 G10 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CF)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.87 cm x 25.1 cm x 1.92 cm 31.77 cm x 22.69 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 1.81 kg 1.32 kg
Case Material - Carbon fibre (top), glass-fibre (top), polycarbonate (top), polyphenylene sulfide (bottom)
Colour - Thunder black
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 865 G10 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CF)
Screen Size (Type) 16" - IPS 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features WUXGA ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) anti-glare eDP Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 865 G10 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CF)
CPU AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 7840U / 3.3 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 6650U / 2.9 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5.1 GHz 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 6-core
Cache L3 - 16 MB L3 - 16 MB
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY HP EliteBook 865 G10 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CF)
RAM 16 GB (1 x 16 GB) 8 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 865 G10 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CF)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 865 G10 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CF)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics AMD Radeon 660M
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes Yes - 1080p
Resolution 5 Megapixel -
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, HP Auto Frame Privacy shutter, IR camera, fixed focus
Sound Dual stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3315 Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio, Dolby Voice
Audio Features Output: Bang & Olufsen Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 865 G10 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CF)
Wireless NFC, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3 wireless card Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller MediaTek RZ616 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2) Qualcomm NFA725A
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Realtek RTL8111EPV
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.11d, IEEE 802.11i, IEEE 802.11h, IEEE 802.11e, IEEE 802.11k, IEEE 802.11r, IEEE 802.11v DASH
Features Miracast, dual stream (2x2) Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation - 4G upgradable
BATTERY HP EliteBook 865 G10 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CF)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 51.3 Wh 52.5 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 21.1 hours
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 865 G10 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CF)
Input AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V, 8 A 45 Watt
INPUT HP EliteBook 865 G10 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CF)
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Name HP Premium -
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, precision touchpad, glass clickpad, spill-resistant Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 865 G10 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CF)
Interfaces 2 x USB4 (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
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 865 G10 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CF)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence - French
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 Sure Sense, HP Sure Admin, HP Client Management Script Library (free download), HP Cloud Recovery (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 Glance by Mirametrix
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 865 G10 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CF)
Included Accessories HP 65 Watt nPFC USB-C AC Adapter USB-C power adapter
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, smart card 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 Fast Charge, BIOS Update via Network, MIL-STD-810H tested, Secured-core PC enabled Administrator password, system password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password, USB FIDO (Fast Identity Online) device integration, certificate based BIOS authentication
Compliant Standards CSA, VCCI, BSMI, GS, CCC, FIPS 140-2 Level 2, FCC, KCC, CISPR, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, SRRC, NCC, UL 62368-1, TEC, KES, Low Blue Light certified (LBL), Ukraine NSoC, EAEU Compliance, Saudi Arabian Compliance RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified
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
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site
Base warranty - battery - 1 year
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