HP EliteBook 850 G1 vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of HP EliteBook 850 G1 and Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

HP EliteBook 850 G1 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook 850 G1 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

durable build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

good enterprise security

solid processor performance

decent battery life

heavier than competitors

average display brightness

no touchscreen option

limited graphics capability

Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

decent build quality

solid keyboard layout

adequate port selection

supports casual use

mediocre battery life

low-resolution display

limited performance capacity

slow hard drive speed

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 850 G1 and Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery
71 % - Design
66 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 850 G1 vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 850 G1 Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37.5 cm x 25.3 cm x 2.142 cm 37.8 cm x 26 cm x 2.29 cm
Weight 1.88 kg 2.2 kg
Case Material Magnesium-aluminum alloy Polycarbonate ABS
Colour - Onyx black
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 850 G1 Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness - 200 cd/m²
Features - Anti-glare
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 850 G1 Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
CPU Intel Core i7 (4th Gen) 4600U / 2.1 GHz Intel Celeron N4000 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.3 GHz 2.6 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 4 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Platform Technology Intel vPro Platform -
Features Enhanced SpeedStep technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Integrated memory controller
MEMORY HP EliteBook 850 G1 Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
RAM 4 GB 4 GB (1 x 4 GB)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 8 GB
RAM Type DDR3L SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2400 MHz
Rated Speed - 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 204-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE HP EliteBook 850 G1 Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD 128 GB SSD 2.5" SATA 6Gb/s
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 850 G1 Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 4400 Intel UHD Graphics 600
Camera Yes Yes
Resolution - 0.3 Megapixel
Sound Stereo speakers, stereo microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec IDT 92HD91 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, DTS Studio Sound, DTS SOUND+ High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 850 G1 Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Wireless Bluetooth, Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet 10/100 Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Intel I218-LM -
BATTERY HP EliteBook 850 G1 Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 35 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 6 hours
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 850 G1 Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 45 Watt
INPUT HP EliteBook 850 G1 Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Type Keyboard, touchpad, pointing stick Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Volume control, spill-resistant Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 850 G1 Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Interfaces 4 x USB 3.0
DisplayPort
VGA
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Dock
USB 2.0
USB 3.1 Gen 1
LAN
HDMI
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 EliteBook 850 G1 Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - Danish / English / Finnish / Norwegian / Swedish
Software Included - Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 850 G1 Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington mini security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Power-on password, HP Disk Sanitizer, HP 3D DriveGuard, HP DuraFinish, HP DuraKeys, HP SpareKey, HP File Sanitizer, HP DisplaySafe, HP BIOS Protection, HP SureStart, SecureBoot, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, Hybrid Boot, Master Record Security, Measured Boot, Pre-Boot Security, HP Roaming Alert, Intel My WiFi Technology, 1 USB 3.0 charging port Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001 RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
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 - 2 years - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
Model Number - 15IGM 81D1
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