HP EliteBook 850 G2 vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL GTX (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of HP EliteBook 850 G2 and Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL GTX (Lenovo IdeaPad S540). 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 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 S540-15IWL GTX (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL GTX (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

slim aluminum design

full hd display

solid keyboard feel

decent battery life

quiet cooling system

average color accuracy

no thunderbolt support

limited upgrade options

mediocre webcam quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 850 G2 and Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL GTX (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
69 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
83 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 850 G2 vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL GTX (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 850 G2 Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL GTX (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37.55 cm x 25.36 cm x 2.14 cm 35.8 cm x 24.5 cm x 1.91 cm
Weight 1.83 kg 1.8 kg
Case Material Magnesium-aluminum alloy Aluminum
Colour - Mineral grey
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 850 G2 Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL GTX (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6" - IPS
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%
Features - Anti-glare
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 850 G2 Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL GTX (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
CPU Intel Core i7 (5th Gen) 5600U / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.2 GHz 3.9 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache L3 - 4 MB 6 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 S540-15IWL GTX (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
RAM 4 GB 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 12 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 G2 Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL GTX (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 850 G2 Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL GTX (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 5500 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 / Intel UHD Graphics 620
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Video System Features - Max-Q design
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 S540-15IWL GTX (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Wireless Bluetooth, Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY HP EliteBook 850 G2 Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL GTX (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 52.5 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 12 hours
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 850 G2 Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL GTX (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 90 Watt
INPUT HP EliteBook 850 G2 Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL GTX (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Type Keyboard, touchpad, pointing stick Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Volume control, spill-resistant Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 850 G2 Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL GTX (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
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 S540-15IWL GTX (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 850 G2 Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL GTX (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
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, fingerprint reader
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
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 - 15IWL GTX 81SW
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