Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE) vs. HP Dragonfly G4 Notebook

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HP Dragonfly G4 Notebook
HP Dragonfly G4 Notebook

Our Rating: 85 %

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE) and HP Dragonfly G4 Notebook. 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 X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful intel processors

robust build quality

excellent 4k display

advanced security features

wide connectivity options

high price point

heavier than competitors

average battery life

loud under load

HP Dragonfly G4 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP Dragonfly G4 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

long battery life

high-resolution display

robust security features

responsive touch screen

high price point

limited port variety

moderate storage capacity

average graphics performance

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE) and HP Dragonfly G4 Notebook
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
92 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
82 % - Battery
87 % - Design
85 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE) vs. HP Dragonfly G4 Notebook Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE) HP Dragonfly G4 Notebook
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.95 cm x 25.38 cm x 1.79 cm 29.74 cm x 22.04 cm x 1.64 cm
Weight 1.88 kg 990 g
Case Material Aluminium (bottom), carbon fibre (top) -
Colour Black paint Slate blue
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE) HP Dragonfly G4 Notebook
Screen Size (Type) 16" - IPS 13.5"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA) -
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 165 Hz 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 3:2
Image Brightness 500 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB -
Features Anti-glare, 178° viewing angle, Low Blue Light technology, X-Rite Pantone factory color calibration -
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE) HP Dragonfly G4 Notebook
CPU Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12700H / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1345U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores 14-core 10-core
Cache 24 MB L3 - 12 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Turbo Boost Technology
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE) HP Dragonfly G4 Notebook
RAM 16 GB (1 x 16 GB) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB -
RAM Type DDR5 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 4800 MHz -
Rated Speed 4800 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 262-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE) HP Dragonfly G4 Notebook
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe), Performance -
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE) HP Dragonfly G4 Notebook
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti / Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 4 external monitor(s) -
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 1080p -
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Two tweeters, two woofers
Codec Realtek ALC3306 Realtek ALC3315
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium, Dolby Voice -
Audio Features - Output: Bang & Olufsen Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE) HP Dragonfly G4 Notebook
Wireless NFC, Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) -
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 -
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE) HP Dragonfly G4 Notebook
Technology Lithium polymer -
Battery Capacity (Size) 90 Wh -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE) HP Dragonfly G4 Notebook
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 170 Watt -
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE) HP Dragonfly G4 Notebook
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, ClickPad
Keyboard Name - HP Premium
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad Multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, spill-resistant
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE) HP Dragonfly G4 Notebook
Slots 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4) (1 free) -
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (charging)
HDMI 2.1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Express Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE) HP Dragonfly G4 Notebook
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence - German No operating system
Software Included Glance by Mirametrix -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE) HP Dragonfly G4 Notebook
Included Accessories Power adapter -
Integrated Options - HP Tamper Lock
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately), chassis intrusion sensor
Features Administrator password, system password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, NVMe password, USB FIDO (Fast Identity Online) device integration, Firmware Resiliency 3.0, certificate based BIOS authentication BIOS Absolute Persistence, HP Fast Charge, BIOS Update via Network, MIL-STD-810H tested, Secured-core PC enabled
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified, TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light Method 2 CSA, VCCI, BSMI, GS, ISO 9241, CCC, FIPS 140-2 Level 2, FCC, RoHS, KCC, CISPR, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, SRRC, NCC, UL 62368-1, TEC, KES, Ukraine NSoC, Saudi Arabian Compliance
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
TCO Certified TCO Certified Notebooks 9 -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C 0 °C
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% -
Manufacturer Warranty Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Base warranty - battery - 1 year
Extended warranty - 3 years - on-site
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