HP EliteBook 850 G6 vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)

Our Rating: 75 %

In depth comparison and review of HP EliteBook 850 G6 and Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM). 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 G6 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook 850 G6 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust security features

solid build quality

comfortable keyboard

good battery life

bright display

heavy for portability

average graphics performance

noisy under load

expensive base model

Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price point

solid build quality

decent battery life

good processor performance

adequate storage options

average display quality

limited graphics capability

no thunderbolt support

heavier design

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 850 G6 and Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
82 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
78 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 850 G6 vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 850 G6 Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) - 36.4 cm x 24.5 cm x 1.89 cm
Weight - 1.8 kg
Case Material - Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS
Colour - Mineral grey
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 850 G6 Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology - LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness - 250 cd/m²
Features - Anti-glare
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 850 G6 Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8565U / 1.8 GHz Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 1035G1 / 1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz 3.6 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 8 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY HP EliteBook 850 G6 Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
RAM 8 GB 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 16 GB
RAM Type - DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2666 MHz
Rated Speed - 2666 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE HP EliteBook 850 G6 Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 850 G6 Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Camera - Yes - 720p
Camera Features - ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound - Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 850 G6 Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY HP EliteBook 850 G6 Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
Technology - Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 45 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 9 hours
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 850 G6 Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt
INPUT HP EliteBook 850 G6 Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Full-size Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 850 G6 Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
Interfaces - 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 - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 850 G6 Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - French
Software Included - Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 850 G6 Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - 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, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, CarbonNeutral, BSI, ISO 8887 RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - return to base - 2 years Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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