HP EliteBook 850 G2 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of HP EliteBook 850 G2 and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV). 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 ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

powerful processor performance

excellent keyboard comfort

high-resolution display

advanced security features

heavier than competitors

short battery life

high price point

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 850 G2 and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
69 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
82 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 850 G2 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 850 G2 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37.55 cm x 25.36 cm x 2.14 cm 36.18 cm x 24.57 cm
Weight 1.83 kg 1.7 kg
Case Material Magnesium-aluminum alloy Aluminum, glass-fibre reinforced plastic, carbon fibre reinforced plastic
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 850 G2 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1600 x 900 (HD+) -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 850 G2 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
CPU Intel Core i7 (5th Gen) 5600U / 2.6 GHz No CPU
Max Turbo Speed 3.2 GHz -
Number of Cores Dual-Core -
Cache L3 - 4 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset - Mobile Intel CM246
Platform Technology Intel vPro Platform -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 -
MEMORY HP EliteBook 850 G2 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
RAM 4 GB 0 GB
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR3L SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 204-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots - 2
STORAGE HP EliteBook 850 G2 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD -
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 850 G2 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 5500 -
Camera Yes - 1280 x 720 Yes
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3228 Conexant CX11880
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, DTS Studio Sound, DTS SOUND+ High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium, Dolby Atmos
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 850 G2 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
Wireless Bluetooth, Wi-Fi Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
BATTERY HP EliteBook 850 G2 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 80 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 14 hours
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 850 G2 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 135 Watt
INPUT HP EliteBook 850 G2 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
Type Keyboard, touchpad, pointing stick Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Volume control, spill-resistant Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 850 G2 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
Interfaces DisplayPort
4 x USB 3.0
LAN
Dock
Battery
Headphone/microphone combo jack
VGA
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS-II Card)
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 850 G2 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) No operating system
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 850 G2 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip, fingerprint reader 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, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001 RoHS
SAR Value - 0.546 W/kg (body), 0.546 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Silver
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return -
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