HP EliteBook 850 G2 vs. ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of HP EliteBook 850 G2 and ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R). 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 850 G2 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook 850 G2 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

durable build quality

efficient performance

good keyboard feel

ample connectivity options

decent battery life

heavy design

average display

modest graphics

higher price point

ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

innovative dual-screen design

compact and lightweight

solid battery life

comfortable keyboard layout

good processor performance

limited graphics capabilities

no thunderbolt support

secondary screen usability issues

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 850 G2 and ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R)
69 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
72 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 850 G2 vs. ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 850 G2 ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37.55 cm x 25.36 cm x 2.14 cm 32.3 cm x 22.3 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.83 kg 1.5 kg
Case Material Magnesium-aluminum alloy Metal
Colour - Celestial blue
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 850 G2 ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1600 x 900 (HD+) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 72% NTSC
Features - Anti-glare, WideView, NanoEdge display, Narrow Border Display, Pantone Validated
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 850 G2 ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R)
CPU Intel Core i7 (5th Gen) 5600U / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10510U / 1.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.2 GHz 4.9 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache L3 - 4 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Platform Technology Intel vPro Platform -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY HP EliteBook 850 G2 ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R)
RAM 4 GB 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB -
RAM Type DDR3L SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed - 2133 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 204-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
STORAGE HP EliteBook 850 G2 ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 850 G2 ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 5500 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 1280 x 720 Yes - HD
Camera Features - IR camera, Windows Hello
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3228 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, DTS Studio Sound, DTS SOUND+ -
Audio Features - ASUS SonicMaster, Smart Amplification technology
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 850 G2 ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R)
Wireless Bluetooth, Wi-Fi Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
BATTERY HP EliteBook 850 G2 ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R)
Technology Lithium polymer 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) - 70 Wh
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 850 G2 ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A
INPUT HP EliteBook 850 G2 ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R)
Type Keyboard, touchpad, pointing stick Keyboard, stylus, ScreenPad Plus
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Volume control, spill-resistant 12.6" touch display
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 850 G2 ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R)
Interfaces DisplayPort
4 x USB 3.0
LAN
Dock
Battery
Headphone/microphone combo jack
VGA
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 2
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 850 G2 ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 850 G2 ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter Stylus, power adapter, sleeve
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip, fingerprint reader -
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features - ErgoLift
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001 MIL-STD 810G
SAR Value - 0.529 W/kg (body), 0.529 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 2 years
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