HP EliteBook 850 G2 vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of HP EliteBook 850 G2 and Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14). 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 ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14) Review

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

robust aluminum design

responsive fingerprint reader

decent battery life

affordable business laptop

solid processor performance

average display quality

no thunderbolt support

limited upgrade options

mediocre speaker output

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 850 G2 and Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14)
69 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 850 G2 vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 850 G2 Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37.55 cm x 25.36 cm x 2.14 cm 32.6 cm x 23 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 1.83 kg 1.5 kg
Case Material Magnesium-aluminum alloy Aluminum
Colour - Mineral grey
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 850 G2 Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14" - 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 - 250 cd/m²
Features - Anti-glare
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 850 G2 Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14)
CPU Intel Core i7 (5th Gen) 5600U / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10210U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.2 GHz 4.2 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 ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14)
RAM 4 GB 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 24 GB
RAM Type DDR3L SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2666 MHz
Rated Speed - 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 204-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE HP EliteBook 850 G2 Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 850 G2 Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 5500 Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - 1280 x 720 Yes - 720p
Camera Features - ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3228 Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, DTS Studio Sound, DTS SOUND+ High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 850 G2 Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14)
Wireless Bluetooth, Wi-Fi Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY HP EliteBook 850 G2 Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 45 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 9 hours
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 850 G2 Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt
INPUT HP EliteBook 850 G2 Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14)
Type Keyboard, touchpad, pointing stick Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Volume control, spill-resistant Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 850 G2 Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14)
Interfaces DisplayPort
4 x USB 3.0
LAN
Dock
Battery
Headphone/microphone combo jack
VGA
USB 2.0
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
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 ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14)
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 ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14)
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 Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) 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 - 0.49 W/kg (body), 0.49 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Silver
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number - IML 20RV
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