HP EliteBook 860 G9vsLenovo IdeaPad 5 2-in-1

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HP
HP EliteBook 860 G9
EliteBook 860 G9

Quick Stats

The HP EliteBook 860 G9's performance is somewhat underwhelming due to cooling system limitations.
The HP EliteBook 860 G9 boasts an impressive, premium, and durable build quality that surpasses its price point.
The HP EliteBook 860 G9's display excels with exceptional brightness, contrast, and color accuracy.
The HP EliteBook 860 G9 boasts a large 16-inch display with high brightness and color gamut coverage.
Lenovo
Lenovo IdeaPad 5 2-in-1
IdeaPad 5 2-in-1

Quick Stats

The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 2-in-1 delivers impressive performance with strong results in gaming and content creation workloads easily.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 2-in-1's build feels premium and sturdy, with a solid overall design quality.
The display has good quality but limited color accuracy and brightness, making it decent for general use purposes.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 2-in-1 features a convertible design and powerful AMD Ryzen processor capabilities.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
HP EliteBook 860 G9
Winner
#366
Lenovo IdeaPad 5 2-in-1
#370
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
HP EliteBook 860 G9
#242
Lenovo IdeaPad 5 2-in-1
#89
Winner
Display
HP EliteBook 860 G9
#439
Lenovo IdeaPad 5 2-in-1
#101
Winner
Performance
HP EliteBook 860 G9
#341
Winner
Lenovo IdeaPad 5 2-in-1
#619
Build
HP EliteBook 860 G9
#665
Winner
Lenovo IdeaPad 5 2-in-1
#684
Features
HP EliteBook 860 G9
#458
Winner
Lenovo IdeaPad 5 2-in-1
#501

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Specifications Comparison
Specification
HP HP EliteBook 860 G9
Lenovo Lenovo IdeaPad 5 2-in-1
up to 64GB
up to 16GB
up to 4000GB SSD
up to 2048GB SSD
Intel Core i7-1280P
Intel Core 7 150U
Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (96EU)
Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (96EU)
1x 2280 PCIe NVMe 4.0 x4 See photo
1x 2242 M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

HP EliteBook 860 G9

Strengths

The device is made entirely of aluminum, making it lightweight and durable (1.76 kg and 19.2 mm profile).
The large 16-in display provides an excellent viewing experience with a maximum brightness of 509 nits.
The keyboard offers long key traveling clicky feedback, making it great for typing.
The laptop has good upgradeability options, including two SODIMM slots and one M.2 slot.
The battery life is impressive, lasting up to 23 hours of web browsing or 13 hours and 31 minutes of video playback.

Weaknesses

The touchpad can be quite finicky and skips all over the place.
The laptop's cooling system is not ideal, with a single heat pipe and fan that struggles to keep up with heavy loads.
The Core i7 processor doesn't score well in benchmarks, falling behind the Core i5 1254U-powered Dell Latitude 7530.
Upgrading to a more powerful CPU (i72 ATP model) is an option, but it's not clear if it would address the cooling issues.
The device's overall performance may suffer from heavy loads like video editing.

Lenovo IdeaPad 5 2-in-1

Strengths

The laptop's body is made from good-quality plastic with no cheapness in design, giving it a premium feel.
The keyboard has a white backlight and overall feel is good, even if keys are slightly small for those with big hands.
The performance of the laptop is managed perfectly, with great heat management, making it suitable for general usage, writing articles, etc.
The battery life is amazing, lasting up to 8 hours on a single charge, and the charger is also compact and portable.

Weaknesses

The speakers are not that great but good enough for watching movies without any problem.
The webcam quality is only 1080p resolution, which may not be impressive compared to other laptops.
There's no mention of the laptop being suitable for gaming, and it's explicitly mentioned as a laptop for general usage.
No information on storage capacity or type beyond mentioning that 16 GB version is worth the extra cost.
Read Full Reviews

HP EliteBook 860 G9

The HP EliteBook 860 G9 is a sleek and durable laptop that boasts an aluminum construction, weighing just 1.76 kg despite its large 16-inch display. Its rounded edges and corners make it feel even thinner in hand. With a generous selection of ports, including two Thunderbolt 4 ports and an HDMI 2.0 port, this laptop is well-equipped for productivity and multitasking. But how does it perform under the hood? And what about its battery life and display quality?

Lenovo IdeaPad 5 2-in-1

The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 2-in-1 is a versatile laptop that seamlessly converts into a tablet. Ideal for students or professionals in education, such as teachers and university instructors, this convertible laptop offers excellent value for its price. With a robust AMD Ryzen 7 processor, 16 GB of RAM, and a 14-inch touchscreen display, it's a powerful tool for everyday use. I'll be putting this laptop through its paces to see if it lives up to its promise as one of the best laptops under $600.

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