HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IML (20RW)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook and Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IML (20RW). 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 EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust aluminum design

sharp full-hd display

powerful intel processor

excellent keyboard feel

impressive security features

higher price range

limited port variety

no dedicated gpu

average battery life

Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IML (20RW) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IML (20RW) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

solid performance levels

affordable pricing

adequate port selection

decent battery life

average display quality

heavier design

no thunderbolt support

limited graphics power

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook and Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IML (20RW)
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
73 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IML (20RW) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IML (20RW)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.56 cm x 22.4 cm x 1.18 cm 36.5 cm x 24.5 cm x 1.89 cm
Weight 1.19 kg 1.8 kg
Case Material - Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS
Colour - Mineral grey
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IML (20RW)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 15.6" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight LED 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 16:9
Image Brightness 1000 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB -
Privacy Technology HP SureView Reflect -
Features Low Blue Light technology, 8-bit Colour Depth, HP Eye Ease, integrated privacy screen, WUXGA ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) anti-glare eDP +PSR Anti-glare
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IML (20RW)
CPU Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 1355U / 1.7 GHz Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10210U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core Quad-Core
Cache L3 - 12 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology Integrated memory controller
MEMORY HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IML (20RW)
RAM 16 GB (1 x 16 GB) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 24 GB
RAM Type DDR5 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 5600 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 5600 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 262-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IML (20RW)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe), HP Value 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IML (20RW)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Video System Features Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory) -
Camera Yes Yes - 720p
Resolution 5 Megapixel -
Camera Features Privacy shutter, HP Auto Frame ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound Dual stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3315 Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features Output: Bang & Olufsen Audio, discrete amplifiers; Input: AI noise reduction -
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IML (20RW)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3 wireless card 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2) M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Bluetooth Class Class 2 -
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.11d, IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED, IEEE 802.11h, IEEE 802.11e, IEEE 802.11k, IEEE 802.11r, IEEE 802.11v -
Features Miracast, dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO, CNVi, 160 MHz Wi-Fi bandwidth -
BATTERY HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IML (20RW)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 51.3 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14 hours Up to 9 hours
Battery Weight 229 g -
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IML (20RW)
Input AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V, 8 A 65 Watt
INPUT HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IML (20RW)
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Name HP Premium -
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, precision touchpad, glass clickpad, spill-resistant, DuraKeys Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IML (20RW)
Interfaces 2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (charging)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI 2.1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IML (20RW)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - Dutch / English / French / German / Italian
Software Included HP Support Assistant, HP Power Manager, HP Hotkey Support, HP Secure Erase, HP Drive Packs (free download), HP Client Catalogue (free download), HP Notifications, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Sure Click, HP Privacy Settings, HP Cloud Recovery, HP Sure Sense, HP Sure Admin, HP Client Management Script Library (free download), HP BIOSphere Gen6, HP Wake on WLAN, myHP, HP Image Assistant Gen5 (free download), HP SureStart Gen7, HP Easy Clean, HP Smart Support, HP Connect for Microsoft Endpoint Manager, HP Patch Assistant (free download), HP Sure Recover Gen5, HP Sure Run Gen5, HP Manageability & Integration Kit Gen4 (free download), HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Windows, HP Services Scan Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IML (20RW)
Included Accessories HP 65 Watt nPFC USB-C AC Adapter Power adapter
Bundled with HP Wolf Pro Security Edition (1 year) -
Integrated Options Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, magnetometer, gyro sensor, hall sensor, Time of Flight (ToF), HP Tamper Lock, ambient colour sensor -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately), chassis intrusion sensor Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features BIOS Absolute Persistence, HP Fast Charge, BIOS Update via Network, Secured-core PC enabled Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards CSA, VCCI, BSMI, GS, CCC, FIPS 140-2 Level 2, FCC, RoHS, KCC, WEEE, CISPR, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, SRRC, NCC, low halogen, UL 62368-1, TEC, KES, Low Blue Light certified (LBL), Ukraine NSoC, EAEU Compliance, Saudi Arabian Compliance RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value - 0.6 W/kg (body), 0.6 W/kg (limb)
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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