Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2vsHP ZBook Create G7

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Lenovo
Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2
ThinkPad E14 Gen 2

Quick Stats

The Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 delivers solid and impressive performance, even with a more affordable Core i3 option.
The ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 boasts a sturdy construction with a rigid chassis, providing excellent build quality overall.
The Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2's display is sufficient for business use, yet lacks vibrant colors and nuanced visuals.
The Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 boasts a Thunderbolt 4 port and legendary Track Point features.
HP
HP ZBook Create G7
ZBook Create G7

Quick Stats

The HP ZBook Create G7 delivers potent and efficient performance for demanding creative tasks easily.
The HP ZBook Create G7 boasts exceptional build quality, justifying its price tag and making it highly reliable.
The HP ZBook Create G7's excellent display is its standout feature, ideal for content creators and professionals alike.
The HP ZBook Create G7 features a premium built quality and potent performance with a sculpted design.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2
#630
HP ZBook Create G7
Winner
#627
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2
#356
Winner
HP ZBook Create G7
#704
Display
Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2
#734
HP ZBook Create G7
#424
Winner
Performance
Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2
#535
HP ZBook Create G7
#370
Winner
Build
Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2
#695
HP ZBook Create G7
#643
Winner
Features
Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2
#527
Winner
HP ZBook Create G7
#755

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Lenovo Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2
HP HP ZBook Create G7
up to 40GB
up to 32GB
up to 4000GB SSD
up to 1000GB SSD
AMD Ryzen 7 5700U
Intel Core i9-10980HK
Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (96EU)
NVIDIA Quadro T1000 Max-Q

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2

Strengths

The laptop's visual design is rarely changed, but the ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 offers a Thunderbolt 4 port and upgraded internals in the same rigid chassis.
The machine is surprisingly light, weighing around 1.6 kilos and having a thickness of under 19 millimeters.
The keyboard is great, typically found on Thinkpad devices, and this one is no exception.
The laptop offers excellent upgrade options, including one SODIMM slot for memory upgrades and two M2 storage slots.
The 1080p IPS display has wide viewing angles and a good contrast ratio of 1150:1.
The processor can run at 3.6 GHz for more than 15 minutes straight thanks to the cooling solution.

Weaknesses

The laptop's battery life is underwhelming, lasting less than seven hours of web browsing or about five hours of video playback.
The display covers only 50% of the sRGB gamut, resulting in a dull-looking image.
Despite its capable hardware, the top model featuring an Intel Core i7-1165G7 and NVIDIA GeForce MX450 is not available in this specific review unit.
The laptop's battery life could be better compared to other similar devices.
The display doesn't use PWM for brightness adjustment, but it may still cause eye strain for some users.

HP ZBook Create G7

Strengths

Potent performance: The i7-10750H processor has ample power for most creative tasks you throw at it.
Premium built quality: The Zbook has a beautifully sculptured lightweight design, solid with very little flex and reassuringly smooth hinges.
Aweome audio: The Bang & Olufsen-tuned four speakers sound far better than most laptops on the market.
Perfect for adobe apps: The Rtx 2070 Max-Q GPU is stupidly quick outside of a dedicated gaming laptop, perfect for Adobe apps during the day and some decent high-setting gaming after hours.

Weaknesses

Toasty hull: The crate G7 gets very warm while downloading and installing programs underneath around the bottom vent and on the left.
Soldered ram: Unfortunately, the memory is soldered on so make sure you order the maximum your budget can stretch to if you need upgradable memory slots or more than the maximum of 32 gigabytes.
No webcam shutter: Strangely HP didn't include a mechanical webcam shutter or electronic shutter with some of their other models
Short battery life: Battery life is short of a full working eight hour day with general use, expect around six to seven hours
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Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2

The Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 is a refresh of the previous model, boasting a Thunderbolt 4 port and upgraded internals within its rigid aluminum-aluminum chassis. Weighing in at just 1.6 kilos, this laptop offers great keyboard quality and the legendary TrackPoint feature. It also features one SODIMM slot for memory upgrades and two M.2 storage slots, making it an attractive option for those seeking flexibility.

HP ZBook Create G7

The HP ZBook Create G7 is a powerhouse mobile workstation designed specifically for content creators. This sleek device packs a potent punch with its Intel Core i7 processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Max-Q GPU, making it an ideal choice for artists, videographers, and developers who demand top-notch performance from their machines. However, its premium price tag and limited battery life are notable drawbacks that may deter some users.

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