Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) vs. HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) and HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook. Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

compact and portable

strong security features

decent processor performance

average battery life

limited storage capacity

no thunderbolt support

dim display brightness

HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

long battery life

high-quality display

excellent connectivity options

fast processor

high price point

limited graphics performance

no HDMI port

limited storage options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) and HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook
86 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
87 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
87 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) vs. HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.77 cm x 20.98 cm x 1.74 cm 29.74 cm x 22.04 cm x 1.64 cm
Weight 1.27 kg 990 g
Case Material Magnesium-aluminum alloy, polyphenylene sulfide -
Colour Black Slate blue
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook
Screen Size (Type) 12.5" - IPS 13.5" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight WLED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1280 (WUXGA+)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 3:2
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 1000 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
Privacy Technology - HP SureView Reflect
Features Anti-glare Micro Edge, Low Blue Light technology, HP Eye Ease, WUXGA+ ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) anti-glare eDP +PSR
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 2500U / 2 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1255U / 1.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.6 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 10-core
Cache L2 - 4 MB L3 - 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Turbo Boost Technology
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed 2400 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 4800 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe), triple-level cell (TLC)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 8 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Resolution - 5 Megapixel
Camera Features ThinkShutter camera privacy HP Camera Privacy Key, MIPI-RAW Infrared, HP Auto Frame
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 Realtek ALC3315
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium -
Audio Features - Bang & Olufsen Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Realtek RTL8822BE - M.2 Card Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2)
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Bluetooth Class - Class 2
Compliant Standards - IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter Miracast, dual stream (2x2), CNVi
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook
Technology 6-cell Lithium Ion 6-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 48 Wh 68 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10.55 hours Up to 19.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V, 8 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, ClickPad
Keyboard Name - HP Premium
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, privacy, spill-resistant
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 2
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
LAN (on supplied cable)
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (charging)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included - HP Support Assistant, HP Power Manager, HP Hotkey Support, HP Secure Erase, HP Drive Packs (free download), HP Client Catalogue (free download), HP PC Hardware Diagnostics, HP Manageability & Integration Kit (free download), HP Notifications, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Sure Click, HP Privacy Settings, HP Cloud Recovery, HP Sure Sense, HP Sure Admin, HP QuickDrop, HP Client Management Script Library (free download), HP BIOSphere Gen6, HP Wake on WLAN, myHP, HP Image Assistant Gen5 (free download), HP Client Security Manager Gen7, HP SureStart Gen7, HP Easy Clean, HP Smart Support, HP Quick Touch, HP Sure Recover Gen5, HP Sure Run Gen5
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter HP 65 Watt nPFC Slim USB-C AC Adapter
Integrated Options - Ambient light sensor, HP Tamper Lock, ambient colour sensor
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington mini security slot Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested BIOS Absolute Persistence, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, HP Fast Charge, BIOS Update via Network, MIL-STD-810H tested
Compliant Standards RoHS CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, SABS, CCC, FIPS 140-2 Level 2, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, EAC, CIT, IEEE 1680, ICCP, AUS/NZ, BNCI
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 - parts and labour - 1 year
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
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