HP ZBook Create G7 Notebook vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L450

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
HP ZBook Create G7 Notebook
HP ZBook Create G7 Notebook

Our Rating: 85 %

In depth comparison and review of HP ZBook Create G7 Notebook and Lenovo ThinkPad L450. 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 ZBook Create G7 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP ZBook Create G7 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful intel processor

high-resolution display

solid build quality

good graphics performance

fast ssd storage

relatively expensive

limited port selection

heavier design

average battery life

Lenovo ThinkPad L450 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L450 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

durable build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good battery life

solid performance base

affordable price point

average display quality

heavier than competitors

limited graphics power

no touchscreen option

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP ZBook Create G7 Notebook and Lenovo ThinkPad L450
85 % - Design
82 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
75 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ZBook Create G7 Notebook vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L450 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ZBook Create G7 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L450
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.4 cm x 23.46 cm x 1.79 cm 33.9 cm x 23.5 cm x 2.43 cm
Weight 2.02 kg 2.1 kg
Case Material - Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Turbo silver -
DISPLAY HP ZBook Create G7 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L450
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB -
Features Anti-glare, Panel Self Refresh (PSR), Low Power Anti-glare
PROCESSOR HP ZBook Create G7 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L450
CPU Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10750H / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (5th Gen) 5300U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5 GHz 2.9 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core Dual-Core
Cache L3 - 12 MB 3 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset Mobile Intel WM490 -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY HP ZBook Create G7 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L450
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB
Max RAM Supported - 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR3L SDRAM
Speed 2933 MHz 1600 MHz / PC3L-12800
Rated Speed 2933 MHz 1600 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 204-pin
Slots Qty - 2
STORAGE HP ZBook Create G7 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L450
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - Self-Encrypting Drive, TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe), triple-level cell (TLC) 240 GB SSD 2.5" (7 mm) SATA 6Gb/s
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ZBook Create G7 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L450
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 / Intel UHD Graphics Intel HD Graphics 5500
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Video System Features Max-Q design -
Camera Yes - HD -
Camera Features Noise reduction, IR camera, Windows Hello -
Video Resolutions 720p -
Sound Two subwoofers, two tweeters, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3232
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS HP ZBook Create G7 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L450
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax Bluetooth 4.0, Wi-Fi
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 -
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Compliant Standards Wi-Fi CERTIFIED -
Features Miracast, dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY HP ZBook Create G7 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L450
Technology 6-cell lithium polymer -
Battery Capacity (Size) 83 Wh -
Battery Life Up to 14 hours -
AC ADAPTER HP ZBook Create G7 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L450
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 200 Watt, 19.5 V -
INPUT HP ZBook Create G7 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L450
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Name HP Premium Quiet Keyboard -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, precision touchpad, glass clickpad, DuraKeys Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ZBook Create G7 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L450
Interfaces 2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3)
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (charging)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Mini DisplayPort 1.4
2 x USB 3.0
USB 3.0 (Always On)
VGA
Mini DisplayPort
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS Card) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE HP ZBook Create G7 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L450
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR))
Software Included HP Support Assistant, Bing Toolbar, HP Hotkey Support, Windows Defender, HP Secure Erase, HP Client Security Manager, HP Device Access Manager, HP Noise Cancellation, Native Miracast, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Sure Click, HP Fingerprint Sensor, HP Sure Sense, HP Image Assistant Gen4, HP Sure Recover Gen3, HP SureStart Gen6, HP BIOSphere Gen6 -
MISCELLANEOUS HP ZBook Create G7 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L450
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features BIOS Absolute Persistence, Power On Authentication, HP Fast Charge, Pre-boot Authentication, Master Boot Record Security Hard drive password, power-on password, ThinkEngine, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, SABS, CCC, FCC, RoHS, KCC, WEEE, A-Tick, ICES, CIT, low halogen, ICCP, AUS/NZ, MIL-STD 810H ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, GREENGUARD, ISO 27001
Repairability Index 8.2 (out of 10) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - parts and labour - 3 years
Limited warranty - battery - 3 years
Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return
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