HP EliteBook Folio 9470m vs. Lenovo Thinkpad 13 (2nd Gen) (20J2)

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HP EliteBook Folio 9470m
HP EliteBook Folio 9470m
Lenovo Thinkpad 13 (2nd Gen) (20J2)
Lenovo Thinkpad 13 (2nd Gen) (20J2)

Our Rating: 72 %

In depth comparison and review of HP EliteBook Folio 9470m and Lenovo Thinkpad 13 (2nd Gen) (20J2). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

Lenovo Thinkpad 13 (2nd Gen) (20J2) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo Thinkpad 13 (2nd Gen) (20J2) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

durable build quality

efficient keyboard design

good battery life

portable and lightweight

affordable price point

mediocre display quality

limited graphics performance

modest storage capacity

fewer modern ports

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook Folio 9470m and Lenovo Thinkpad 13 (2nd Gen) (20J2)
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook Folio 9470m vs. Lenovo Thinkpad 13 (2nd Gen) (20J2) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook Folio 9470m Lenovo Thinkpad 13 (2nd Gen) (20J2)
Product Type Ultrabook Ultrabook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.8 cm x 23.1 cm x 1.895 cm 32.24 cm x 22.28 cm x 1.98 cm
Weight 1.61 kg 1.44 kg
Case Material Aluminum, magnesium alloy Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Platinum Pure black
DISPLAY HP EliteBook Folio 9470m Lenovo Thinkpad 13 (2nd Gen) (20J2)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 13.3" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 250 cd/m²
Features HD anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook Folio 9470m Lenovo Thinkpad 13 (2nd Gen) (20J2)
CPU Intel Core i5 (3rd Gen) 3437U / 1.9 GHz Intel Core i3 (7th Gen) 7100U / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.9 GHz -
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache L3 - 3 MB 3 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset Mobile Intel QM77 Express -
Platform Technology Intel vPro Platform -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Integrated memory controller
MEMORY HP EliteBook Folio 9470m Lenovo Thinkpad 13 (2nd Gen) (20J2)
RAM 4 GB 4 GB (1 x 4 GB)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR3 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 1600 MHz / PC3-12800 2133 MHz
Rated Speed 1600 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 204-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE HP EliteBook Folio 9470m Lenovo Thinkpad 13 (2nd Gen) (20J2)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD SATA 6Gb/s 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Intel
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook Folio 9470m Lenovo Thinkpad 13 (2nd Gen) (20J2)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 4000 Intel HD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Sound Stereo speakers, stereo microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec IDT 92HD87 Realtek ALC3268
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio
Audio Features SRS PRO Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook Folio 9470m Lenovo Thinkpad 13 (2nd Gen) (20J2)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller Intel Centrino Advanced-N 6235 - PCI Express 1.2 Half Mini Card Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Intel 82579LM -
Bluetooth Class Class 2 -
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3i, IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.3x, IEEE 802.3ae, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED, IEEE 802.3az -
Remote Management Protocol SNMP 2 -
Features - Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter
WWAN
Generation 3G -
Technology HSPA, CDMA 2000 1X EV-DO Rev. 0 -
Controller HP un2420 -
BATTERY HP EliteBook Folio 9470m Lenovo Thinkpad 13 (2nd Gen) (20J2)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Installed Qty 1 -
Max Supported Qty 2 -
Battery Capacity (Size) 52 Wh 42 Wh
Battery Life Up to 9.5 hours Up to 14.56 hours
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook Folio 9470m Lenovo Thinkpad 13 (2nd Gen) (20J2)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19.5 V 45 Watt, 20 V
INPUT HP EliteBook Folio 9470m Lenovo Thinkpad 13 (2nd Gen) (20J2)
Type Keyboard, touchpad, pointing stick Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Volume control, spill-resistant, touchpad with gesture support Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook Folio 9470m Lenovo Thinkpad 13 (2nd Gen) (20J2)
Interfaces 3 x USB 3.0
Dock
Battery
DisplayPort
VGA
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0
USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0 (Always On)
USB-C
Headphone/microphone combo jack
OneLink+ connector
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, MMCplus, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook Folio 9470m Lenovo Thinkpad 13 (2nd Gen) (20J2)
Operating System (OS) Microsoft Windows 7 Professional 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 8 Pro) + Windows 8 Pro Licence Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
Software Included Cyberlink PowerDVD, HP ProtectTools Security Manager, Adobe Flash Player, Microsoft Security Essentials, HP Recovery Manager, HP Support Assistant, HP Connection Manager, EverNote, HP Hotkey Support, PDF Complete Corporate Edition, HP ProtectTools for Central Management, Credential Manager for HP ProtectTools, Drive Encryption for HP ProtectTools, WinZip Basic, HP Spare Key, Face Recognition for HP ProtectTools, HP Premier Image, File Sanitizer for HP ProtectTools, HP Disk Sanitizer -
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook Folio 9470m Lenovo Thinkpad 13 (2nd Gen) (20J2)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features HP Disk Sanitizer, HP 3D DriveGuard, Intel Active Management Technology (iAMT), HP DuraFinish, HP DuraKeys, Enhanced Pre-Boot Security, HP SpareKey, One-Step Logon, HP DisplaySafe, HP BIOS Protection Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards ACPI, CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, A-Tick, ICES, KC, BFR RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 3 years
Limited warranty - battery - 3 years
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