Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5) vs. HP Dragonfly G4 Notebook

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HP Dragonfly G4 Notebook
HP Dragonfly G4 Notebook

Our Rating: 85 %

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5) and HP Dragonfly G4 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 Z16 Gen 1 (21D5) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

powerful AMD processor

high-resolution display

good battery life

heavier than competitors

expensive base model

limited color options

noisy under load

HP Dragonfly G4 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP Dragonfly G4 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

long battery life

high-resolution display

robust security features

responsive touch screen

high price point

limited port variety

moderate storage capacity

average graphics performance

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Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5) and HP Dragonfly G4 Notebook
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
87 % - Design
85 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5) vs. HP Dragonfly G4 Notebook Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5) HP Dragonfly G4 Notebook
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.44 cm x 23.74 cm x 1.58 cm 29.74 cm x 22.04 cm x 1.64 cm
Weight 1.94 kg 990 g
Case Material Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom) -
Colour Black (bottom), arctic grey (top) Slate blue
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5) HP Dragonfly G4 Notebook
Screen Size (Type) 16" OLED 13.5"
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
Screen Resolution 3840 x 2400 (WQUXGA) -
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 3:2
Image Brightness 500 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 100% DCI-P3 -
Features Anti-reflective, One Glass Solution, anti-smudge, Low Blue Light technology, Dolby Vision, 175° viewing angle, 92.3% screen-to-body ratio -
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5) HP Dragonfly G4 Notebook
CPU AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 6850H / 3.2 GHz Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1345U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 10-core
Cache L3 - 16 MB L3 - 12 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Turbo Boost Technology
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5) HP Dragonfly G4 Notebook
RAM 32 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 6400 MHz -
Rated Speed 6400 MHz -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5) HP Dragonfly G4 Notebook
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1.024 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Western Digital -
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5) HP Dragonfly G4 Notebook
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon 680M Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) -
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 1080p -
Camera Features Windows Hello, fixed focus, e-camera shutter, hybrid FHD/IR camera -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Two tweeters, two woofers
Codec Realtek ALC3306 Realtek ALC3315
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos -
Audio Features Input: Dolby Voice, 360° far-field Output: Bang & Olufsen Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5) HP Dragonfly G4 Notebook
Wireless Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) -
Wireless Controller Qualcomm NFA725A -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5) HP Dragonfly G4 Notebook
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer -
Battery Capacity (Size) 72 Wh -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5) HP Dragonfly G4 Notebook
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 135 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V -
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5) HP Dragonfly G4 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, glass touchpad Multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, spill-resistant
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5) HP Dragonfly G4 Notebook
Interfaces USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
2 x USB4 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (charging)
HDMI 2.1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDXC UHS-II Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5) HP Dragonfly G4 Notebook
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro No operating system
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5) HP Dragonfly G4 Notebook
Included Accessories USB-C slim 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, system password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password, certificate based BIOS authentication, FIDO (Fast Identity Online) authentication BIOS Absolute Persistence, HP Fast Charge, BIOS Update via Network, MIL-STD-810H tested, Secured-core PC enabled
Compliant Standards RoHS, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified, TCO Certified 9.0 CSA, VCCI, BSMI, GS, ISO 9241, CCC, FIPS 140-2 Level 2, FCC, RoHS, KCC, CISPR, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, SRRC, NCC, UL 62368-1, TEC, KES, Ukraine NSoC, Saudi Arabian Compliance
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C 0 °C
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% -
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