Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) vs. HP EliteBook 830 G5

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) and HP EliteBook 830 G5. 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 Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

excellent build quality

powerful AMD processor

high-resolution display

sustainable materials used

compact and lightweight

higher price point

no HDMI port

limited upgradeability

average battery life

HP EliteBook 830 G5 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook 830 G5 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust aluminum chassis

sharp full-hd display

excellent keyboard comfort

strong security features

decent battery life

relatively high price

no dedicated gpu

limited storage capacity

modest port selection

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) and HP EliteBook 830 G5
82 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
83 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) vs. HP EliteBook 830 G5 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) HP EliteBook 830 G5
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.94 cm x 19.96 cm x 1.399 cm -
Weight 1.19 kg -
Case Material Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom) -
Colour Black (bottom), arctic grey (top) -
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) HP EliteBook 830 G5
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 13.3"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 -
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB -
Features Anti-glare, 178° viewing angle, Low Power, 91.6% screen-to-body ratio -
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) HP EliteBook 830 G5
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 6650U / 2.9 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8365U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core Quad-Core
Cache 16 MB -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) HP EliteBook 830 G5
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM -
Speed 6400 MHz -
Rated Speed 6400 MHz -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) HP EliteBook 830 G5
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) HP EliteBook 830 G5
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon 660M Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) -
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello, e-camera shutter -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone -
Codec Realtek ALC3306 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) HP EliteBook 830 G5
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 -
Wireless Controller Qualcomm NFA725A -
Compliant Standards DASH -
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) HP EliteBook 830 G5
Technology Lithium polymer -
Battery Capacity (Size) 51.5 Wh -
Battery Life Up to 22.8 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) HP EliteBook 830 G5
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 65 Watt -
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) HP EliteBook 830 G5
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, haptic feedback, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) HP EliteBook 830 G5
Interfaces 2 x USB4 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
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SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) HP EliteBook 830 G5
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English -
Software Included Glance by Mirametrix -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) HP EliteBook 830 G5
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip with Microsoft Pluton, fingerprint reader -
Features Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password, USB FIDO (Fast Identity Online) device integration, pen upgradable, certificate based BIOS authentication -
Compliant Standards RoHS, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001, GDPR
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% -
Manufacturer Warranty Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 3 years - on-site - response time: next business day
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