HP 250 G7 Notebook vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L520

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
HP 250 G7 Notebook
HP 250 G7 Notebook

Our Rating: 65 %

Lenovo ThinkPad L520
Lenovo ThinkPad L520

Our Rating: 72 %

Side by side comparison and review of HP 250 G7 Notebook and Lenovo ThinkPad L520. Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

HP 250 G7 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP 250 G7 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

decent processor speed

solid build quality

adequate connectivity options

suitable for basic tasks

average display quality

limited graphics performance

modest battery life

no backlit keyboard

Lenovo ThinkPad L520 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L520 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

durable build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

good battery life

solid performance

reliable security features

heavier than competitors

dated design

average display quality

limited graphics performance

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP 250 G7 Notebook and Lenovo ThinkPad L520
72 % - Design
65 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
75 % - Design
66 % - Display
45 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP 250 G7 Notebook vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L520 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP 250 G7 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L520
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37.6 cm x 24.6 cm x 2.25 cm 38 cm x 24.7 cm x 3.6 cm
Weight 1.78 kg 2.6 kg
Colour Dark ash silver -
DISPLAY HP 250 G7 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L520
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1600 x 900 (HD+)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC -
Colour Support - 16.7 million colours
Features HD standard-viewing angle (SVA) anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR HP 250 G7 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L520
CPU Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 1005G1 / 1.2 GHz Intel Core i5 (2nd Gen) 2520M / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.4 GHz 3.2 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 4 MB L3 - 3 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY HP 250 G7 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L520
RAM 4 GB (1 x 4 GB (non customer accessible / upgradeable)) 4 GB
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 8 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR3 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz / PC4-21333 -
Rated Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 204-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE HP 250 G7 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L520
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2280 SATA 6Gb/s - triple-level cell (TLC) 320 GB HDD
Optical Drive DVD-Writer DVD-Writer
AUDIO & VIDEO HP 250 G7 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L520
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel HD Graphics 3000
Memory Allocation Technology - Dynamic Video Memory Technology
Camera Yes - HD Yes
Resolution - 0.92 Megapixel
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC269Q
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio
COMMUNICATIONS HP 250 G7 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L520
Wireless 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 3.0
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Features Miracast -
WWAN
Generation - 3G upgradable
BATTERY HP 250 G7 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L520
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 41 Wh -
AC ADAPTER HP 250 G7 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L520
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19.5 V -
INPUT HP 250 G7 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L520
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Features Multi-touch touchpad, touchpad with gesture support Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP 250 G7 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L520
Slots - 1 x ExpressCard/54 (1 free)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
USB 2.0
2 x USB 2.0
PoweredUSB 2.0
USB 2.0/eSATA
VGA
DisplayPort
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE HP 250 G7 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L520
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR))
MISCELLANEOUS HP 250 G7 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L520
Included Accessories HP 45 Watt Smart nPFC AC Adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features HP Fast Charge -
Compliant Standards UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, A-Tick, ICES, KC, CIT, low halogen, ICCP, AUS/NZ ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, ISO 27001
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes 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 - parts and labour - 1 year Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return
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