Lenovo ThinkPad T450 vs. HP Elite x2 (G4)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
HP Elite x2 (G4)
HP Elite x2 (G4)

Our Rating: 75 %

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T450 and HP Elite x2 (G4). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

Lenovo ThinkPad T450 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T450 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

efficient battery life

good enterprise security

solid performance stability

average display quality

heavier than competitors

limited graphics capability

outdated design aesthetics

HP Elite x2 (G4) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP Elite x2 (G4) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high-resolution touchscreen

versatile detachable design

solid build quality

effective security features

thunderbolt 3 support

expensive base model

average battery life

limited port selection

no dedicated GPU

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T450 and HP Elite x2 (G4)
75 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
86 % - Design
86 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T450 vs. HP Elite x2 (G4) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T450 HP Elite x2 (G4)
Product Type Ultrabook Tablet - with detachable keyboard
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.9 cm x 23.25 cm x 2.1 cm -
Dimensions (WxDxH) - tablet - 28.93 cm x 21.58 cm x 0.88 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details - 28.93 cm x 22.19 cm x 1.42 cm / 1.17 kg - tablet with keyboard
28.93 cm x 21.58 cm x 0.88 cm / 830 g - tablet
370 g - keyboard dock
Weight 1.63 kg 830 g
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T450 HP Elite x2 (G4)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 12.3" - IPS
Touchscreen - Yes
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight WLED backlight
Screen Resolution 1600 x 900 (HD+) 1920 x 1280 (WUXGA+)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness - 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 72% NTSC
Features Anti-glare BrightView, Ultra Slim Design, Panel Self Refresh (PSR), Corning Gorilla glass 5
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T450 HP Elite x2 (G4)
CPU Intel Core i5 (5th Gen) 5300U / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8365U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.9 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 3 MB L3 - 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Platform Technology - Intel vPro Platform
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Intel Turbo Boost Technology
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T450 HP Elite x2 (G4)
RAM 4 GB 8 GB (2 x 4 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported 16 GB -
RAM Type DDR3L SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed 1600 MHz / PC3L-12800 2133 MHz
Rated Speed 1600 MHz 2133 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 204-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T450 HP Elite x2 (G4)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 500 GB HDD SATA 6Gb/s 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe), triple-level cell (TLC), HP Value
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T450 HP Elite x2 (G4)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 5500 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - Full HD (front), Full HD (rear)
Resolution - 8 Megapixel (rear)
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, IR camera
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, 3 multi-array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3232 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio -
Audio Features - Bang & Olufsen Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T450 HP Elite x2 (G4)
Wireless Bluetooth 4.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 7265 - M.2 Card Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Intel I218-LM -
Bluetooth Class - Class 2
Compliant Standards - IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED
Features - Miracast, dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T450 HP Elite x2 (G4)
Technology - 2-cell lithium polymer
Installed Qty - 1
Max Supported Qty 2 -
Battery Capacity (Size) - 47 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 14.25 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T450 HP Elite x2 (G4)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T450 HP Elite x2 (G4)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Digital pen, detachable keyboard, ClickPad
Keyboard Name - HP Collaboration Travel Keyboard
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad Multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, precision touchpad, glass clickpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T450 HP Elite x2 (G4)
Interfaces 3 x USB 3.0
VGA
Mini DisplayPort
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB-C 3.1 (supports Thunderbolt)
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T450 HP Elite x2 (G4)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - Dutch / English
Software Included - HP Support Assistant, HP Hotkey Support, Windows Defender, HP Secure Erase, HP Client Catalog, HP BIOS Config Utility, HP Image Assistant, HP JumpStart, HP Noise Cancellation, HP System Software Manager, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Manageability & Integration Kit Gen3 (free download), HP BIOSphere Gen5, HP Cloud Recovery, HP Native Miracast Support
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T450 HP Elite x2 (G4)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter Keyboard, HP 65 Watt nPFC USB-C AC Adapter, WACOM AES 2.0 pen with App Launch
Integrated Options - Kickstand, accelerometer, ambient light sensor, digital compass, magnetometer, gyro sensor, hall sensor
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) and firmware (TPM 2.0), fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features - Power-on password, Intel Active Management Technology (iAMT), Setup Password, BIOS Absolute Persistence, Power On Authentication, HP Fast Charge, Pre-boot Authentication, Master Boot Record Security, Secure Erase, BIOS Update via Network, OS Corporate-Ready optimisation
Compliant Standards - CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, A-Tick, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, CIT, ICCP, RED
ENERGY STAR Certified - 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 - 2 years - pick-up and return Limited warranty - parts and labour - 3 years
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