Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21BN) vs. HP EliteBook 655 G9 Notebook

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Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21BN) and HP EliteBook 655 G9 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 X13 Gen 3 (21BN) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21BN) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard layout

impressive security features

good battery life

portable design

average display brightness

limited graphics performance

noisy under load

higher price point

HP EliteBook 655 G9 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook 655 G9 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust security features

powerful amd processor

comfortable keyboard design

high-resolution display

solid build quality

average battery life

heavier than competitors

no thunderbolt support

limited color options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21BN) and HP EliteBook 655 G9 Notebook
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
80 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21BN) vs. HP EliteBook 655 G9 Notebook Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21BN) HP EliteBook 655 G9 Notebook
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.58 cm x 21.756 cm x 1.81 cm 35.94 cm x 23.39 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.29 kg 1.74 kg
Case Material Polyphenylene sulfide (top), aluminium (bottom) -
Colour Thunder black -
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21BN) HP EliteBook 655 G9 Notebook
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight WLED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 -
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC -
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle -
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21BN) HP EliteBook 655 G9 Notebook
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 5625U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 4.3 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core 6-core
Cache 12 MB L3 - 16 MB
Platform Technology Intel Evo -
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21BN) HP EliteBook 655 G9 Notebook
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 0 GB
Max RAM Supported - 64 GB
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 4800 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 4800 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 2
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21BN) HP EliteBook 655 G9 Notebook
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) -
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21BN) HP EliteBook 655 G9 Notebook
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics AMD Radeon Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) -
Camera Yes - 1080p -
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Dual stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio, Dolby Voice -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21BN) HP EliteBook 655 G9 Notebook
Wireless 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) -
WWAN
Generation 4G upgradable -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21BN) HP EliteBook 655 G9 Notebook
Technology Lithium polymer 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 54.7 Wh -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21BN) HP EliteBook 655 G9 Notebook
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 65 Watt -
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21BN) HP EliteBook 655 G9 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 Volume control, spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, gesture function
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21BN) HP EliteBook 655 G9 Notebook
Slots 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) -
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 2.0 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB4 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (charging)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
LAN
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21BN) HP EliteBook 655 G9 Notebook
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence - English No operating system
Software Included Glance by Mirametrix, Intel Connectivity Performance Suite -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21BN) HP EliteBook 655 G9 Notebook
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter -
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card 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)
Features Administrator 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 Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, 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 CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GS, SABS, CCC, FIPS 140-2 Level 2, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, A-Tick, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, CECP, EAC, CIT, low halogen, ICCP, IEEE 1680.1, BNCI
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C 0 °C
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% 10 - 90% (non-condensing)
Manufacturer Warranty Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site
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