Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX) vs. HP EliteBook 645 G9 Notebook

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX) and HP EliteBook 645 G9 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 ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

long battery life

lightweight design

robust security features

solid build quality

efficient performance

limited port selection

no headphone jack

average display brightness

higher price point

HP EliteBook 645 G9 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook 645 G9 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust security features

powerful amd processor

lightweight and portable

high-resolution display

fast charging support

average battery life

limited storage capacity

no dedicated gpu

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX) and HP EliteBook 645 G9 Notebook
86 % - Design
84 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
83 % - Design
84 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX) vs. HP EliteBook 645 G9 Notebook Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX) HP EliteBook 645 G9 Notebook
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.87 cm x 20.64 cm x 1.34 cm 32.19 cm x 21.39 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.06 kg 1.37 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre reinforced plastic (bottom), magnesium-aluminium alloy (top) -
Colour Thunder black -
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX) HP EliteBook 645 G9 Notebook
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 14"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight WLED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 -
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB -
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle -
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX) HP EliteBook 645 G9 Notebook
CPU Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx Gen 3 No CPU
Max Turbo Speed 3 GHz -
Number of Cores 8-core -
Cache L2 - 1 MB -
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX) HP EliteBook 645 G9 Notebook
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 0 GB
Max RAM Supported - 64 GB
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 4266 MHz -
Rated Speed 4266 MHz -
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 2
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX) HP EliteBook 645 G9 Notebook
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) -
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX) HP EliteBook 645 G9 Notebook
Graphics Processor (GPU) Qualcomm Adreno 690 No graphics
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) -
Camera Yes -
Resolution 5 Megapixel -
Camera Features IR camera, fixed focus, e-camera shutter, MIPI -
Sound Stereo speakers, 3-microphone array Stereo speakers
Codec Qualcomm WCD9385 Realtek ALC3247
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX) HP EliteBook 645 G9 Notebook
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) -
Wireless Controller Qualcomm WCN6855 Wi-Fi 6E -
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
WWAN
Generation 5G -
Controller Qualcomm Snapdragon X55 - M.2 Card -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX) HP EliteBook 645 G9 Notebook
Technology Lithium polymer 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 49.5 Wh -
Battery Life Up to 28 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX) HP EliteBook 645 G9 Notebook
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX) HP EliteBook 645 G9 Notebook
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, ClickPad
Keyboard Name - HP Premium
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Volume control, spill-resistant, ClickPad with gesture support
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX) HP EliteBook 645 G9 Notebook
Slots 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) -
Interfaces 2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
LAN
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (powered)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Power Delivery)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX) HP EliteBook 645 G9 Notebook
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro (on ARM) - English No operating system
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX) HP EliteBook 645 G9 Notebook
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter -
Integrated Options - HP Tamper Lock
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip with Microsoft Pluton, 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), chassis intrusion sensor
Features Administrator password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS Automatic DriveLock, 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, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, A-Tick, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, CIT, low halogen, ICCP, 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 Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site
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