Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G4 IAP (21DH) vs. HP EliteBook 655 G9 Notebook

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G4 IAP (21DH) and HP EliteBook 655 G9 Notebook. 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.

Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G4 IAP (21DH) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G4 IAP (21DH) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

efficient multitasking capabilities

solid build quality

affordable price point

adequate connectivity options

compact and portable

average display quality

modest battery life

limited graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

HP EliteBook 655 G9 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook 655 G9 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust security features

powerful amd processor

comfortable keyboard design

high-resolution display

solid build quality

average battery life

heavier than competitors

no thunderbolt support

limited color options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G4 IAP (21DH) and HP EliteBook 655 G9 Notebook
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G4 IAP (21DH) vs. HP EliteBook 655 G9 Notebook Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G4 IAP (21DH) HP EliteBook 655 G9 Notebook
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.3 cm x 21.8 cm x 1.79 cm 35.94 cm x 23.39 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.4 kg 1.74 kg
Case Material Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom) -
Colour Dual tone mineral grey -
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G4 IAP (21DH) HP EliteBook 655 G9 Notebook
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight WLED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC -
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle -
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G4 IAP (21DH) HP EliteBook 655 G9 Notebook
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 5625U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 4.3 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core 6-core
Cache 12 MB L3 - 16 MB
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G4 IAP (21DH) HP EliteBook 655 G9 Notebook
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 0 GB
Max RAM Supported 40 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 1 2
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G4 IAP (21DH) HP EliteBook 655 G9 Notebook
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) -
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G4 IAP (21DH) HP EliteBook 655 G9 Notebook
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics AMD Radeon Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) -
Camera Yes - 1080p -
Camera Features Privacy shutter, fixed focus -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Dual stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G4 IAP (21DH) HP EliteBook 655 G9 Notebook
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 -
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G4 IAP (21DH) HP EliteBook 655 G9 Notebook
Technology Lithium polymer 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh -
Battery Life Up to 8 hours -
Battery Run Time Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 8 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G4 IAP (21DH) HP EliteBook 655 G9 Notebook
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 65 Watt -
INPUT Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G4 IAP (21DH) HP EliteBook 655 G9 Notebook
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, ClickPad
Keyboard Name - HP Premium
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad Volume control, spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, gesture function
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G4 IAP (21DH) HP EliteBook 655 G9 Notebook
Slots 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4) (1 free) -
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB4 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (charging)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
LAN
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G4 IAP (21DH) HP EliteBook 655 G9 Notebook
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English No operating system
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G4 IAP (21DH) HP EliteBook 655 G9 Notebook
Included Accessories USB-C slim wall mount power adapter -
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington nano 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, Rapid Charge Pro BIOS Absolute Persistence, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, HP Fast Charge, BIOS Update via Network, MIL-STD-810H tested, Secured-core PC enabled
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution) CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GS, SABS, CCC, FIPS 140-2 Level 2, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, A-Tick, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, CECP, EAC, CIT, low halogen, ICCP, IEEE 1680.1, BNCI
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C 0 °C
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% 10 - 90% (non-condensing)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
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