HP Elite Dragonfly Notebook vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
HP Elite Dragonfly Notebook
HP Elite Dragonfly Notebook

Our Rating: 85 %

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD)
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD)

Our Rating: 85 %

Side by side comparison and review of HP Elite Dragonfly Notebook and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD). 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 Elite Dragonfly Notebook Review

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

ultra-lightweight design

impressive battery life

vivid display quality

strong security features

fast charging support

high price point

limited port variety

moderate storage options

average graphics performance

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile convertible design

high-quality display

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good battery life

higher price point

limited graphics performance

heavier than competitors

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP Elite Dragonfly Notebook and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD)
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP Elite Dragonfly Notebook vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP Elite Dragonfly Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.43 cm x 19.75 cm x 1.61 cm 31.44 cm x 22.23 cm x 1.553 cm
Weight 990 g 1.38 kg
Case Material Magnesium alloy Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom)
Colour Dragonfly blue Storm grey
DISPLAY HP Elite Dragonfly Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 14" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:10
Image Brightness 1000 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 100% sRGB
Privacy Technology HP SureView -
Features Ultra Slim Design, Direct Bonding technology, Panel Self Refresh (PSR), Full HD BrightView eDP, Corning Gorilla glass 5, 72% NTSC colour gamut Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, Low Power, Eyesafe technology, OGS Technology
PROCESSOR HP Elite Dragonfly Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1240P / 1.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 12-core
Cache L3 - 6 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Integrated memory controller
MEMORY HP Elite Dragonfly Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz 5200 MHz
Rated Speed 2133 MHz 6400 MHz
STORAGE HP Elite Dragonfly Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
SSD Cache 16 GB 3D Xpoint (Optane) -
AUDIO & VIDEO HP Elite Dragonfly Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 1080p
Camera Features IR camera, HP Privacy HD Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus
Video Resolutions 720p -
Sound Four speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, two tweeters, two woofers, quad array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Voice
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS HP Elite Dragonfly Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax NFC, Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation - 4G upgradable
BATTERY HP Elite Dragonfly Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 56 Wh 57 Wh
Battery Life Up to 24.5 hours Up to 24.5 hours
AC ADAPTER HP Elite Dragonfly Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT HP Elite Dragonfly Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD)
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav
Keyboard Name HP Premium Collaboration Keyboard -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP Elite Dragonfly Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD)
Slots - 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1 (charging)
2 x USB-C 3.1 (supports Thunderbolt) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
SOFTWARE HP Elite Dragonfly Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included HP Client Catalog, Absolute Persistence, HP Driver Packs, HP BIOS Config Utility, HP System Software Manager, HP Manageability Integration Kit Gen3 Intel Connectivity Performance Suite
MISCELLANEOUS HP Elite Dragonfly Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 (21CD)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter, Lenovo Integrated Pen
Integrated Options Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, magnetometer, gyro sensor, hall sensor Accelerometer, proximity sensor
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
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 HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, Power On Authentication, Pre-boot Authentication, MU-MIMO technology, HP BIOSphere Gen 5, HP Sure Start Gen 5, HP Sure Run Gen 2, HP Sure Recover Gen 2, HP Sure Sense Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, NVMe password, Firmware Resiliency 3.0
Compliant Standards Common Criteria EAL4+, low halogen RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold EPEAT Gold
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - parts and labour - 3 years - on-site Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 3 years - on-site
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
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