HP EliteBook 845 G8 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook 845 G8 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust security features

sleek aluminum design

impressive battery life

bright display options

strong processor performance

limited graphics capability

no HDMI port

higher price range

average speaker quality

Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 2 (20X7) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 2 (20X7) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good battery life

solid performance base

reliable security features

average display quality

heavier than competitors

limited graphics power

no thunderbolt support

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 845 G8 Notebook and Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 2 (20X7)
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
74 % - Design
63 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 845 G8 Notebook vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 2 (20X7) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 845 G8 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 2 (20X7)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.34 cm x 21.46 cm x 1.79 cm 36.65 cm x 25 cm x 2.1 cm
Weight 1.37 kg 1.99 kg
Case Material Aluminum Polycarbonate ABS
Colour - Black
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 845 G8 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 2 (20X7)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 15.6" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Full HD ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) eDP anti-glare Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 845 G8 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 2 (20X7)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 5600U / 2.3 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 5650U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 6-core
Cache L3 - 16 MB L3 - 16 MB
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY HP EliteBook 845 G8 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 2 (20X7)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE HP EliteBook 845 G8 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 2 (20X7)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe), HP Value 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 845 G8 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 2 (20X7)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics AMD Radeon Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) Shared Video Memory (UMA)
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus, ThinkShutter camera privacy
Video Resolutions 720p -
Sound Dual stereo speakers, 3 multi-array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 845 G8 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 2 (20X7)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2) Realtek RTL8852AE - M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Realtek RTL8111EPV
Bluetooth Class Class 2 -
Compliant Standards - DASH
Features Miracast, dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation - 4G upgradable
BATTERY HP EliteBook 845 G8 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 2 (20X7)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 53 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life Up to 20 hours Up to 13.06 hours
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 845 G8 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 2 (20X7)
Input AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19.5 V 65 Watt
INPUT HP EliteBook 845 G8 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 2 (20X7)
Type Keyboard, pointing stick, ClickPad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Name HP Premium -
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, precision touchpad, multi-gesture clickpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 845 G8 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 2 (20X7)
Interfaces 2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (charging)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 2.0)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 2.0)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 845 G8 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 2 (20X7)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included HP Support Assistant, HP Power Manager, HP Hotkey Support, Windows Defender, HP Wireless Button Driver, HP Drive Packs (free download), HP Client Catalogue (free download), HP Image Assistant (free download), HP PC Hardware Diagnostics, HP Notifications, HP Connection Optimizer, HP QuickDrop, HP WorkWell, HP Manageability Integration Kit Gen4 (free dowload), HP Client Management Script Library (free download), myHP, Touchpoint Customiser for Commercial, HP Noise Cancellation Software, HP Smart Support (free download) -
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 845 G8 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 2 (20X7)
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories HP 45 Watt Smart nPFC AC Adapter USB-C power adapter
Bundled with HP Wolf Pro Security Edition (3 years) -
Integrated Options Hall sensor -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, smart card reader Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features BIOS Absolute Persistence, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, BIOS Update via Network, HP Sure Click, HP Sure Sense, HP Secure Erase, HP Sure Start Gen 6, HP Sure Admin, HP Sure Run Gen 4, HP Client Security Manager Gen 7, HP BIOSphere Gen 6, HP Sure Recover Gen 4 Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FIPS 140-2 Level 2, FCC, A-Tick, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, CIT, low halogen, ICCP, BNCI RoHS, TCG Certified
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
TCO Certified - TCO Certified Notebooks 8
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - parts and labour - 3 years Base warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site
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