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Updated January 12, 2024·
If you value performance for intensive tasks such as engineering or 3D work, the HP EliteBook 845 G9 offers better specs with a powerful AMD Ryzen processor, more memory, better screen resolution, and generally robust build quality suitable for professional work environments. On the other hand, if you're looking for a more budget-friendly option for general use such as web browsing, document editing, or less demanding applications, the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15" would suffice with an Intel i3 processor and acceptable performance for everyday tasks. However, it has a lower quality display and less memory, which could limit its use for multitasking and more demanding workloads. The HP also comes with a higher resolution and more enterprise-focused features, likely contributing to its higher price, while the Lenovo trades these off for affordability and basic functionality. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP EliteBook 845 G9
- Good for general use
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for software development
- Good for content creation
- Good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good portability
- Very good battery life
- Good speakers
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15"
- The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15" has no clear advantages over the HP EliteBook 845 G9.
Key differences
General Use
7.7
6.2
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
402.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
12.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.0 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
8.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.5/10
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 is good for general use, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15" is only fair.
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 stands out for general use with its higher-quality screen, better portability due to its lighter weight and smaller size, as well as its superior CPU and RAM, which contribute to a smooth and responsive experience. In contrast, the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15" offers lower performance due to its basic CPU, less RAM, and its inferior screen quality and resolution, impacting its suitability for tasks that demand clarity and multitasking capabilities.
Engineering and Design
7.2
5.8
6.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.2/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 is good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15" is poor.
The HP EliteBook 845 G9, with its superior AMD Ryzen processor, higher RAM capacity, and dedicated Radeon graphics, alongside a higher-quality IPS screen, is better suited for demanding engineering and design tasks compared to the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 which has a lower-tier Intel processor, less RAM, integrated graphics, and a lower-resolution TN screen. Additionally, the EliteBook's superior build quality and thermal management enhance its engineering performance, while the IdeaPad places higher emphasis on portability and less on performance due to its lower price.
Content Creation
7.6
6.3
6.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.2/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 is good for content creation, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15" is only fair.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Software Development
7.7
6.3
6.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 is good for software development, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15" is only fair.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
Screen Quality
7.1
5.2
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
402.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 offers superior resolution and brightness, along with a high-quality panel type suitable for general use and detailed engineering tasks where color accuracy is critical. However, it lacks a high refresh rate, diminishing the quality for fast-paced gaming and 3D applications. The Lenovo IdeaPad 3's lower resolution, brightness, and limited color gamut lead to a lackluster display for both everyday tasks and professional design work, and its standard refresh rate is not ideal for gaming or 3D content where visuals play a significant role.
Battery
12.0 Hours
5.0 Hours
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 has 12 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15" has 5 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
Portability
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 has very good portability, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15" has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.0
6.5
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 has very good build quality, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15" has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$740
$360
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 has a price of $740 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15" costs $360.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
6.3
5.8
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
9.5/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers HP EliteBook 845 G9 to be only fair for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15" is poor.
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 offers fair gaming and 3D capabilities mainly due to its AMD Radeon 660M GPU and a higher-quality IPS screen, whereas the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15" has poor performance in those areas because it relies on the less powerful integrated Intel UHD Xe G4 graphics and uses a lower-quality TN screen. Both laptops have screens with the same refresh rate, but the superior GPU and screen quality of the HP EliteBook make it a better choice for gaming and 3D applications.
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How the HP EliteBook 845 G9 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| HP EliteBook 845 G9 | Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$740 | $360 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | October 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.4'' x 8.8'' x 0.76'' | 14.3'' x 10'' x 0.78'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.09 lbs | 3.75 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.42" | 14.26" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.82" | 9.98" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 5 6650U | Intel i3-1115G4 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 1 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 12 Hours | 5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 51 Wh | 35 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | TN | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1366 x 768 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 402 nits | 220 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.3/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | Yes | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8/10 | 9.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1440p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 0 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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HP EliteBook 845 G9
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Sebastian Jentsch | July 2022
"The high-end version of the HP EliteBook 845 G9 with a Ryzen 9 PRO 6950HS, 32GB of RAM and a 1 TB SSD packs a lot of power, but is still quiet and cool enough to operate in noise-sensitive environments. Quiet, cool and drawing on a massive 40 watts from the APU at the same time, however, is not possible. The 14-incher only has a single-fan solution and it only just manages to keep an near unthrottled Ryzen 9 in check."
Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15"
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Sascha Mölck | February 2023
"The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 is an enduring office notebook with a powerful Ryzen APU. Lenovo's office all-rounder easily handles office and internet applications as well as modest games - the Ryzen 5 5625U APU and 16 GB of RAM make this possible. The CPU and GPU can work at consistently high clock rates. The emission values are okay, but the noise emissions should be lower under medium to full load. The relatively light notebook (approx. 1.6 kg) achieves practical battery runtimes of about 10 to 11 hours."
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About HP
HP, also known as Hewlett-Packard, is an American technology company that develops personal computers and computer peripherals. In the laptop industry, HP is known for its entry level Essential series laptops, its mid-range Pavilion, Envy, and Victus series, and high-end Omen and Spectre series, in addition to its business-oriented EliteBook, ProBook, and Dragonfly series laptops. HP laptops generally undercut other mainstream competitors in terms of price, placing itself as the value-oriented mainstream brand.
About Lenovo
Lenovo is a Chinese technology company, and one of the largest personal computer vendor. They are well known for a variety of technology products, including laptops. Their consumer series include their entry level IdeaPad and LOQ series and mid-to-high-end Yoga and Legion series. On the business-oriented side, their series include their entry-level ThinkBook series and mid-to-high-end ThinkPad series. Lenovo laptops offer strong performance for reasonable prices, and are often on sale.
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