HP ProBook 455r G6 Notebook vs. Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of HP ProBook 455r G6 Notebook and Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5). 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.

HP ProBook 455r G6 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP ProBook 455r G6 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

affordable price point

decent battery life

solid performance

good security features

average display quality

heavier design

limited graphics power

no thunderbolt support

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 ProBook 455r G6 Notebook and Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
73 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ProBook 455r G6 Notebook vs. Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ProBook 455r G6 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.49 cm x 25.69 cm x 1.9 cm 35.44 cm x 23.74 cm x 1.58 cm
Weight 2 kg 1.94 kg
Case Material Aluminum Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom)
Colour Pike silver Black (bottom), arctic grey (top)
DISPLAY HP ProBook 455r G6 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 16" OLED
Touchscreen - Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 3840 x 2400 (WQUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:10
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 500 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 67% sRGB 100% DCI-P3
Features Slim Design, Full HD eDP Anti-reflective, One Glass Solution, anti-smudge, Low Blue Light technology, Dolby Vision, 175° viewing angle, 92.3% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR HP ProBook 455r G6 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
CPU AMD Ryzen 3 3200U / 2.6 GHz AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 6850H / 3.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.5 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 8-core
Cache 4 MB L3 - 16 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY HP ProBook 455r G6 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
RAM 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) 32 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 6400 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 6400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE HP ProBook 455r G6 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 SATA 6Gb/s 1.024 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Western Digital
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ProBook 455r G6 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 3 AMD Radeon 680M
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 1080p
Camera Features - Windows Hello, fixed focus, e-camera shutter, hybrid FHD/IR camera
Video Resolutions 720p -
Sound Stereo speakers Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Input: Dolby Voice, 360° far-field
COMMUNICATIONS HP ProBook 455r G6 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller - Qualcomm NFA725A
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8111HSH-CG -
Features Miracast, dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY HP ProBook 455r G6 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 72 Wh
AC ADAPTER HP ProBook 455r G6 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 135 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT HP ProBook 455r G6 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Waterproof Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ProBook 455r G6 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 2.0 (powered)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
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, Memory Stick, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, Memory Stick XC) Yes (SD Card, SDXC UHS-II Card)
SOFTWARE HP ProBook 455r G6 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 11 Pro
MISCELLANEOUS HP ProBook 455r G6 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C slim power adapter
Integrated Options Accelerometer, hall sensor -
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
Security Slot Type - Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Automatic DriveLock, HP DriveLock, Pre-boot Authentication, HP Fingerprint Sensor, HP Wireless Wakeup, HP Sure Click, HP Secure Erase 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 - 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
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - parts and labour - 3 years - on-site -
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