Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 ABA (21DL) vs. HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 ABA (21DL) and HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook. 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.

Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 ABA (21DL) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 ABA (21DL) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

efficient multitasking performance

ample connectivity options

affordable price point

decent battery life

average display quality

heavier than competitors

limited graphics performance

noisy under load

HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

long battery life

high-quality display

excellent connectivity options

fast processor

high price point

limited graphics performance

no HDMI port

limited storage options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 ABA (21DL) and HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
87 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
87 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 ABA (21DL) vs. HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 ABA (21DL) HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.7 cm x 23.5 cm x 1.89 cm 29.74 cm x 22.04 cm x 1.64 cm
Weight 1.7 kg 990 g
Case Material Aluminium (top), polycarbonate ABS (bottom) -
Colour Dual tone mineral grey Slate blue
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 ABA (21DL) HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 13.5" - IPS
Touchscreen - Yes
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight WLED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1280 (WUXGA+)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 3:2
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 1000 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% sRGB
Privacy Technology - HP SureView Reflect
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, DC dimmer Micro Edge, Low Blue Light technology, HP Eye Ease, WUXGA+ ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) anti-glare eDP +PSR
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 ABA (21DL) HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 5625U / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1255U / 1.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.3 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 10-core
Cache L3 - 16 MB L3 - 12 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Turbo Boost Technology
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 ABA (21DL) HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 40 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed 3200 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 4800 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 ABA (21DL) HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe), triple-level cell (TLC)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 ABA (21DL) HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) -
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes
Resolution - 5 Megapixel
Camera Features Privacy shutter, fixed focus HP Camera Privacy Key, MIPI-RAW Infrared, HP Auto Frame
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 Realtek ALC3315
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio -
Audio Features - Bang & Olufsen Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 ABA (21DL) HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller M.2 Card Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2)
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Bluetooth Class - Class 2
Compliant Standards - IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED
Features Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2) Miracast, dual stream (2x2), CNVi
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 ABA (21DL) HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook
Technology Lithium polymer 6-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 68 Wh
Battery Life Up to 8 hours Up to 19.5 hours
Battery Run Time Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 8 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 ABA (21DL) HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V, 8 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 ABA (21DL) HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, ClickPad
Keyboard Name - HP Premium
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad Multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, privacy, spill-resistant
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 ABA (21DL) HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook
Slots 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4) (0 free)
1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4) (1 free)
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Interfaces 2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (charging)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 ABA (21DL) HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) HP Support Assistant, HP Power Manager, HP Hotkey Support, HP Secure Erase, HP Drive Packs (free download), HP Client Catalogue (free download), HP PC Hardware Diagnostics, HP Manageability & Integration Kit (free download), HP Notifications, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Sure Click, HP Privacy Settings, HP Cloud Recovery, HP Sure Sense, HP Sure Admin, HP QuickDrop, HP Client Management Script Library (free download), HP BIOSphere Gen6, HP Wake on WLAN, myHP, HP Image Assistant Gen5 (free download), HP Client Security Manager Gen7, HP SureStart Gen7, HP Easy Clean, HP Smart Support, HP Quick Touch, HP Sure Recover Gen5, HP Sure Run Gen5
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G4 ABA (21DL) HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook
Included Accessories USB-C slim wall mount power adapter HP 65 Watt nPFC Slim USB-C AC Adapter
Integrated Options - Ambient light sensor, HP Tamper Lock, ambient colour sensor
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
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, MIL-STD-810H tested, Rapid Charge Pro BIOS Absolute Persistence, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, HP Fast Charge, BIOS Update via Network, MIL-STD-810H tested
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution) CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, SABS, CCC, FIPS 140-2 Level 2, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, EAC, CIT, IEEE 1680, ICCP, AUS/NZ, BNCI
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes 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 Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
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