HP Stream Pro Laptop 11 G5 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of HP Stream Pro Laptop 11 G5 and Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2). 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 Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

excellent build quality

powerful AMD processor

high-resolution display

sustainable materials used

compact and lightweight

higher price point

no HDMI port

limited upgradeability

average battery life

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP Stream Pro Laptop 11 G5 and Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2)
71 % - Design
64 % - Display
45 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
82 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP Stream Pro Laptop 11 G5 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP Stream Pro Laptop 11 G5 Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30 cm x 20.81 cm x 1.8 cm 29.94 cm x 19.96 cm x 1.399 cm
Weight 1.26 kg 1.19 kg
Case Material - Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom)
Colour Chalkboard grey Black (bottom), arctic grey (top)
DISPLAY HP Stream Pro Laptop 11 G5 Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2)
Screen Size (Type) 11.6" 13.3" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:10
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% sRGB 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, 178° viewing angle, Low Power, 91.6% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR HP Stream Pro Laptop 11 G5 Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2)
CPU Intel Celeron N4100 / 1.1 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 6650U / 2.9 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.4 GHz 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 6-core
Cache 4 MB 16 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Intel Burst Technology -
MEMORY HP Stream Pro Laptop 11 G5 Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 6400 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 6400 MHz
STORAGE HP Stream Pro Laptop 11 G5 Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 64 GB eMMC - eMMC 5.0 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP Stream Pro Laptop 11 G5 Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 600 AMD Radeon 660M
Max Monitors Supported - 2 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - VGA Yes - 1080p
Camera Features - IR camera, Windows Hello, e-camera shutter
Video Resolutions 640 x 480 -
Frame Rate 24 frames per second -
Sound Microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
COMMUNICATIONS HP Stream Pro Laptop 11 G5 Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 Qualcomm NFA725A
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED DASH
Features Miracast, dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY HP Stream Pro Laptop 11 G5 Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2)
Technology 2-cell lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 37.69 Wh 51.5 Wh
Battery Life Up to 12 hours Up to 22.8 hours
AC ADAPTER HP Stream Pro Laptop 11 G5 Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2)
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 Z13 Gen 1 (21D2)
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch clickpad, gesture function Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, haptic feedback, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP Stream Pro Laptop 11 G5 Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
2 x USB4 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE HP Stream Pro Laptop 11 G5 Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition National Academic - English Windows 11 Pro - English
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 Glance by Mirametrix
MISCELLANEOUS HP Stream Pro Laptop 11 G5 Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2)
Included Accessories HP 45 Watt Smart nPFC AC Adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip with Microsoft Pluton, 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, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password, USB FIDO (Fast Identity Online) device integration, pen upgradable, certificate based BIOS authentication
Compliant Standards UL, VCCI, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, A-Tick, ICES, IP41, IPX1, IEEE 1680, RED, AUS/NZ RoHS, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
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 Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 3 years - on-site - response time: next business day
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