HP EliteBook 850 G2 vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)

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Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)

Our Rating: 72 %

Side by side comparison and review of HP EliteBook 850 G2 and Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340). 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 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

Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

comfortable keyboard

solid performance

decent battery life

average display quality

limited port selection

no dedicated GPU

plastic build quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 850 G2 and Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
69 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
75 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 850 G2 vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 850 G2 Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37.55 cm x 25.36 cm x 2.14 cm 32.27 cm x 23.05 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 1.83 kg 1.6 kg
Case Material Magnesium-aluminum alloy Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS
Colour - Abyss blue | Pink sand | Platinum grey
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 850 G2 Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14" - TN
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 - 220 cd/m²
Features - Anti-glare
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 850 G2 Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
CPU Intel Core i7 (5th Gen) 5600U / 2.6 GHz Intel Pentium Gold 5405U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.2 GHz -
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache L3 - 4 MB 2 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Platform Technology Intel vPro Platform -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Integrated memory controller
MEMORY HP EliteBook 850 G2 Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
RAM 4 GB 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
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 - 1
STORAGE HP EliteBook 850 G2 Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 850 G2 Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 5500 Intel UHD Graphics 610
Camera Yes - 1280 x 720 Yes - 720p
Resolution - 1 Megapixel
Camera Features - Privacy shutter
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3228 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, DTS Studio Sound, DTS SOUND+ High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 850 G2 Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
Wireless Bluetooth, Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
BATTERY HP EliteBook 850 G2 Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 52.5 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 10 hours
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 850 G2 Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt
INPUT HP EliteBook 850 G2 Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
Type Keyboard, touchpad, pointing stick Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Volume control, spill-resistant Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 850 G2 Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
Interfaces DisplayPort
4 x USB 3.0
LAN
Dock
Battery
Headphone/microphone combo jack
VGA
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
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 G2 Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 10 Home in S mode - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 850 G2 Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features - Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001 RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value - 1.084 W/kg (body), 1.084 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number - 14IWL 81N7
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