HP Stream Pro Laptop 11 G5 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of HP Stream Pro Laptop 11 G5 and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9). 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 Stream Pro Laptop 11 G5 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP Stream Pro Laptop 11 G5 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

compact design

decent battery life

includes office 365

solid build quality

limited storage capacity

average display quality

slower processor

minimal connectivity options

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

ultra-lightweight design

impressive battery life

robust security features

sharp display quality

powerful intel processor

limited port selection

higher price point

no touchscreen option

average speaker quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP Stream Pro Laptop 11 G5 and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
71 % - Design
64 % - Display
45 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP Stream Pro Laptop 11 G5 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP Stream Pro Laptop 11 G5 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30 cm x 20.81 cm x 1.8 cm 29.33 cm x 20.81 cm x 1.48 cm
Weight 1.26 kg 991.5 g
Case Material - Carbon fibre (top), magnesium alloy (bottom)
Colour Chalkboard grey Black weave
DISPLAY HP Stream Pro Laptop 11 G5 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
Screen Size (Type) 11.6" 13" - IPS
Touchscreen - Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 2160 x 1350 (2K)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:10
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 450 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% sRGB 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, anti-reflective, anti-smudge, 170° viewing angle, Low Power, Add-on Film Touch
PROCESSOR HP Stream Pro Laptop 11 G5 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
CPU Intel Celeron N4100 / 1.1 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1270P / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.4 GHz 4.8 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 12-core
Cache 4 MB 18 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Intel Burst Technology Integrated memory controller
MEMORY HP Stream Pro Laptop 11 G5 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 5200 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 6400 MHz
STORAGE HP Stream Pro Laptop 11 G5 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 64 GB eMMC - eMMC 5.0 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Kioxia
AUDIO & VIDEO HP Stream Pro Laptop 11 G5 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 600 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 2 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - VGA Yes - 1080p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera
Video Resolutions 640 x 480 -
Frame Rate 24 frames per second -
Sound Microphone Stereo speakers, two tweeters, two woofers, four microphones
Codec - Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Voice
COMMUNICATIONS HP Stream Pro Laptop 11 G5 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED -
Features Miracast, dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO -
BATTERY HP Stream Pro Laptop 11 G5 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
Technology 2-cell lithium polymer 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 37.69 Wh 49.5 Wh
Battery Life Up to 12 hours -
AC ADAPTER HP Stream Pro Laptop 11 G5 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19.5 V 65 Watt
INPUT HP Stream Pro Laptop 11 G5 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch clickpad, gesture function Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP Stream Pro Laptop 11 G5 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
LAN (on supplied adapter)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE HP Stream Pro Laptop 11 G5 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition National Academic - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence
Software Included HP Support Assistant, Microsoft 365 (Trial), HP Audio Switch, HP JumpStart, HP PC Hardware Diagnostics, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Classroom Manager, HP SSRM, HP School Pack 3.5, HP Prime Graphing Calculator Pro, HP Simple Sign-On, Kortext -
MISCELLANEOUS HP Stream Pro Laptop 11 G5 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
Included Accessories HP 45 Watt Smart nPFC AC Adapter Lenovo USB-C to Ethernet Adapter, USB-C slim power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington mini security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features MIL-STD-810G tested Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, NVMe password, USB FIDO (Fast Identity Online) device integration, Firmware Resiliency 3.0, certificate based BIOS authentication
Compliant Standards UL, VCCI, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, A-Tick, ICES, IP41, IPX1, IEEE 1680, RED, AUS/NZ RoHS, TCG Certified
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 - 1 year -
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