Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) vs. HP EliteBook 850 G6

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) and HP EliteBook 850 G6. 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.

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 850 G6 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook 850 G6 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust security features

solid build quality

comfortable keyboard

good battery life

bright display

heavy for portability

average graphics performance

noisy under load

expensive base model

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) and HP EliteBook 850 G6
86 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
82 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) vs. HP EliteBook 850 G6 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) HP EliteBook 850 G6
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.77 cm x 20.98 cm x 1.74 cm -
Weight 1.27 kg -
Case Material Magnesium-aluminum alloy, polyphenylene sulfide -
Colour Black -
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) HP EliteBook 850 G6
Screen Size (Type) 12.5" - IPS 15.6"
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² -
Features Anti-glare -
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) HP EliteBook 850 G6
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 2500U / 2 GHz Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8565U / 1.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.6 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache L2 - 4 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) HP EliteBook 850 G6
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM -
Speed 2400 MHz -
Rated Speed 2400 MHz -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) HP EliteBook 850 G6
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung 256 GB SSD
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) HP EliteBook 850 G6
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 8 Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p -
Camera Features ThinkShutter camera privacy -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone -
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) HP EliteBook 850 G6
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
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 850 G6
Technology 6-cell Lithium Ion -
Battery Capacity (Size) 48 Wh -
Battery Life Up to 10.55 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) HP EliteBook 850 G6
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A -
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) HP EliteBook 850 G6
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Full-size
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) HP EliteBook 850 G6
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)
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Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) HP EliteBook 850 G6
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) HP EliteBook 850 G6
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security 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 Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested -
Compliant Standards RoHS ISO 9001, CarbonNeutral, BSI, ISO 8887
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - return to base - 2 years
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