HP 255 G7 Notebook vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L520

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
HP 255 G7 Notebook
HP 255 G7 Notebook

Our Rating: 65 %

Lenovo ThinkPad L520
Lenovo ThinkPad L520

Our Rating: 72 %

Detailed comparison and review of HP 255 G7 Notebook and Lenovo ThinkPad L520. 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.

HP 255 G7 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP 255 G7 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

decent battery life

sufficient connectivity options

includes numeric keypad

average display quality

modest processor performance

limited graphics capabilities

no backlight 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 255 G7 Notebook and Lenovo ThinkPad L520
64 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
71 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
75 % - Design
66 % - Display
45 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP 255 G7 Notebook vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L520 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP 255 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 255 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+)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
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 Slim Design, HD standard-viewing angle (SVA) eDP anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR HP 255 G7 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L520
CPU AMD Athlon Silver 3050U / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i5 (2nd Gen) 2520M / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.2 GHz 3.2 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache L3 - 4 MB L3 - 3 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features - Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY HP 255 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 2400 MHz / PC4-19200 -
Rated Speed 2400 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 204-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE HP 255 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
AUDIO & VIDEO HP 255 G7 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L520
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics Intel HD Graphics 3000
Memory Allocation Technology - Dynamic Video Memory Technology
Camera Yes Yes
Resolution - 0.92 Megapixel
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC269Q
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio
COMMUNICATIONS HP 255 G7 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L520
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 3.0
Wireless Controller Realtek RTL8821CE - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2) -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Bluetooth Class Class 2 -
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.11d, IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED, IEEE 802.11h, IEEE 802.11e, IEEE 802.11k, IEEE 802.11r, IEEE 802.11v -
Features Miracast, single stream (1x1), CNVi -
WWAN
Generation - 3G upgradable
BATTERY HP 255 G7 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L520
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 41 Wh -
Battery Life Up to 10.5 hours -
AC ADAPTER HP 255 G7 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L520
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19.5 V -
INPUT HP 255 G7 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L520
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Features Volume control, multi-touch touchpad, touchpad with gesture support Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP 255 G7 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L520
Slots - 1 x ExpressCard/54 (1 free)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 2.0
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
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 255 G7 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L520
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition National Academic - English Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR))
Software Included HP Support Assistant, McAfee LiveSafe, HP Setup Integrated OOBE, HP Documentation, HP Audio Switch, HP JumpStart, HP SSRM -
MISCELLANEOUS HP 255 G7 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L520
Included Accessories HP 45 Watt Smart nPFC AC Adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) and firmware (TPM 2.0) 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)
Compliant Standards UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, A-Tick, ICES, KC, CIT, low halogen, ICCP ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, ISO 27001
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 5 °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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