Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) vs. HP EliteBook 835 G9 Notebook

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) and HP EliteBook 835 G9 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 EliteBook 835 G9 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook 835 G9 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust security features

lightweight and portable

powerful processor performance

bright display quality

fast charging support

average battery life

limited graphics capabilities

higher price point

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) and HP EliteBook 835 G9 Notebook
86 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
83 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) vs. HP EliteBook 835 G9 Notebook Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) HP EliteBook 835 G9 Notebook
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.77 cm x 20.98 cm x 1.74 cm 30.01 cm x 21.5 cm x 1.92 cm
Weight 1.27 kg 1.295 kg
Case Material Magnesium-aluminum alloy, polyphenylene sulfide -
Colour Black -
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) HP EliteBook 835 G9 Notebook
Screen Size (Type) 12.5" - IPS 13.3" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight WLED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² -
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, 8-bit Colour Depth
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) HP EliteBook 835 G9 Notebook
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 2500U / 2 GHz AMD Ryzen 7 6800U / 2.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.6 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 8-core
Cache L2 - 4 MB L3 - 16 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) HP EliteBook 835 G9 Notebook
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 0 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz -
Rated Speed 2400 MHz -
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 262-pin
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) HP EliteBook 835 G9 Notebook
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung -
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) HP EliteBook 835 G9 Notebook
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 8 AMD Radeon 680M
Camera Yes - 720p -
Camera Features ThinkShutter camera privacy -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Dual stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 Realtek ALC3315
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium -
Audio Features - Output: Bang & Olufsen Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) HP EliteBook 835 G9 Notebook
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 -
Wireless Controller Realtek RTL8822BE - M.2 Card -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) HP EliteBook 835 G9 Notebook
Technology 6-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 48 Wh -
Battery Life Up to 10.55 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) HP EliteBook 835 G9 Notebook
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A -
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) HP EliteBook 835 G9 Notebook
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, ClickPad
Keyboard Name - HP Premium
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Volume control, multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, precision touchpad, spill-resistant
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) HP EliteBook 835 G9 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/DisplayPort 1.4 (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (charging)
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) HP EliteBook 835 G9 Notebook
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition No operating system
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) HP EliteBook 835 G9 Notebook
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter -
Integrated Options - Hall sensor, HP Tamper Lock, thermal sensor
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
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 Automatic DriveLock, BIOS Absolute Persistence, HP DriveLock, HP Fast Charge, BIOS Update via Network, MIL-STD-810H tested, Secured-core PC capable
Compliant Standards RoHS CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FIPS 140-2 Level 2, FCC, A-Tick, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, CIT, low halogen, ICCP, BNCI
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Product Recycled Content - Ocean-bound plastics
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 0 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 10 - 90% (non-condensing)
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