Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) vs. HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) and HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

robust security features

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

fast processor performance

limited graphics capabilities

higher price point

no OLED option

fewer color choices

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 ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) and HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
87 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
87 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) vs. HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.75 cm x 22.69 cm x 1.66 cm 29.74 cm x 22.04 cm x 1.64 cm
Weight 1.23 kg 990 g
Case Material Aluminium (bottom), carbon fibre hybrid (top) -
Colour Thunder black Slate blue
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 13.5" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight WLED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1920 x 1280 (WUXGA+)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 3:2
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 1000 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% sRGB
Privacy Technology - HP SureView Reflect
Features Anti-glare, on-cell touch technology, 170° viewing angle Micro Edge, Low Blue Light technology, HP Eye Ease, WUXGA+ ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) anti-glare eDP +PSR
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 6650U / 2.9 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1255U / 1.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 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 ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed 6400 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 6400 MHz 4800 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Kioxia 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe), triple-level cell (TLC)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon 660M Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) -
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes
Resolution - 5 Megapixel
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus HP Camera Privacy Key, MIPI-RAW Infrared, HP Auto Frame
Sound Stereo speakers, 360° quad array microphone Dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 Realtek ALC3315
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio, Dolby Voice -
Audio Features - Bang & Olufsen Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook
Wireless Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Qualcomm NFA725A 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 - Miracast, dual stream (2x2), CNVi
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer 6-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 68 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 19.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V, 8 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, ClickPad
Keyboard Name - HP Premium
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, privacy, spill-resistant
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB4 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN (on supplied adapter)
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (charging)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included - 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 ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter, Lenovo USB-C to Ethernet Adapter HP 65 Watt nPFC Slim USB-C AC Adapter
Integrated Options - Ambient light sensor, HP Tamper Lock, ambient colour sensor
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip with Microsoft Pluton, 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, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password, USB FIDO (Fast Identity Online) device integration 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 3, TCG Certified 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 - parts and labour - 1 year
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
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